Join Our Team and Make a Difference!Start your future in Maintenance - bring your enthusiasm and we'll help you build the experience where you can really make a positive difference! We’re looking for a dedicated Maintenance Operative for our Prospect team and encourage school leavers to apply. About UsCommunity Housing Limited (CHL) is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making a positive impact in the housing sector. We are committed to addressing housing issues and supporting vulnerable populations by offering affordable and sustainable housing solutions to individuals and families in need.At CHL, our primary goal is to create safe, secure, and affordable housing options that empower individuals and families to thrive. With a focus on delivering high-quality service and outcomes, we manage over 12,000 new and existing properties across various communities. CHL is driven by a collaborative team culture where every member plays a vital role in achieving our mission.About the RoleAs a Maintenance Operative, you will be part of a team which plays a vital role in supporting our vision of a world without housing poverty by ensuring the upkeep and maintenance of CHL properties in the region. You will be required to undertake general maintenance duties including repairs and maintenance, hands-on gardening, and cleaning tasks. Working closely with our maintenance team, you will contribute to maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for our clients.If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for contributing to a greater cause, hold a current drivers licence and possess the technical skills or a willingness to learn and excel in property maintenance, we want to hear from you!What You’ll BringExperience and knowledge or a willingness to learn in the trade industryExperience or a strong interest in residential maintenance, commercial cleaning, grounds maintenance, general handyman duties or similar.Have skills in using various tools and equipmentGreat communication skills and a talent for building relationships and working in partnership with others.Knowledge and application of Work Health Safety practices.White Card (or ability to obtain).Valid Driver's Licence.Strong commitment to the right of every person to good quality housing.Willingness to work flexibly across a multifaceted team. Please note that satisfactory police check is required for all staff and those with client related responsibilities are required to provide a NDIS and Working with Children Check (WWCC).Why Join Us?At CHL, we’re more than just a workplace, we’re a community dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive environments for our staff and the people we serve. You’ll be part of a passionate, mission-driven team where your contribution makes a real difference every day.In addition, we care about our people and that’s why we offer: Flexible work options to support your work-life balance.One day off a year as a ‘You Day’ to celebrate you Salary packaging and novated leasing to maximise your take-home pay.Learning and development programs to help you grow in your career.Wellbeing initiatives including EAP, and access to health programs.A values-driven culture where you’ll be supported, recognised, and empowered to make an impact.As an equal opportunity employer, CHL values and celebrates diversity and works closely with people from a wide range of cultural, social, and professional backgrounds.We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and pay our respects to their Elders past and present, recognising their enduring connection to land, culture, and community.Click for Position Description

Maintenance Operative

  • Start your future in maintenance - develop a career you can be proud of
  • Build hands on skills while having an impact
  • Great salary and benefits + contribute to positive community outcomes

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Start your future in Maintenance - bring your enthusiasm and we'll help you build the experience where you can really make a positive difference! We’re looking for a dedicated Maintenance Operative for our Prospect team and encourage school leavers to apply. 

About Us

Community Housing Limited (CHL) is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making a positive impact in the housing sector. We are committed to addressing housing issues and supporting vulnerable populations by offering affordable and sustainable housing solutions to individuals and families in need.

At CHL, our primary goal is to create safe, secure, and affordable housing options that empower individuals and families to thrive. With a focus on delivering high-quality service and outcomes, we manage over 12,000 new and existing properties across various communities. CHL is driven by a collaborative team culture where every member plays a vital role in achieving our mission.

About the Role

As a Maintenance Operative, you will be part of a team which plays a vital role in supporting our vision of a world without housing poverty by ensuring the upkeep and maintenance of CHL properties in the region. You will be required to undertake general maintenance duties including repairs and maintenance, hands-on gardening, and cleaning tasks. Working closely with our maintenance team, you will contribute to maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for our clients.

If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for contributing to a greater cause, hold a current drivers licence and possess the technical skills or a willingness to learn and excel in property maintenance, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Bring

  • Experience and knowledge or a willingness to learn in the trade industry
  • Experience or a strong interest in residential maintenance, commercial cleaning, grounds maintenance, general handyman duties or similar.
  • Have skills in using various tools and equipment
  • Great communication skills and a talent for building relationships and working in partnership with others.
  • Knowledge and application of Work Health Safety practices.
  • White Card (or ability to obtain).
  • Valid Driver's Licence.
  • Strong commitment to the right of every person to good quality housing.
  • Willingness to work flexibly across a multifaceted team.

Please note that satisfactory police check is required for all staff and those with client related responsibilities are required to provide a NDIS and Working with Children Check (WWCC).

Why Join Us?

At CHL, we’re more than just a workplace, we’re a community dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive environments for our staff and the people we serve. You’ll be part of a passionate, mission-driven team where your contribution makes a real difference every day.

In addition, we care about our people and that’s why we offer: 

  • Flexible work options to support your work-life balance.
  • One day off a year as a ‘You Day’ to celebrate you
  • Salary packaging and novated leasing to maximise your take-home pay.
  • Learning and development programs to help you grow in your career.
  • Wellbeing initiatives including EAP, and access to health programs.
  • A values-driven culture where you’ll be supported, recognised, and empowered to make an impact.

As an equal opportunity employer, CHL values and celebrates diversity and works closely with people from a wide range of cultural, social, and professional backgrounds.

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and pay our respects to their Elders past and present, recognising their enduring connection to land, culture, and community.

Ready to make an impact?

If you're ready to bring your skills and willingness to learn to a role that matters, we’d love to hear from you. 

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link.

To be considered applicants must respond to the application questions and submit a cover letter and resume. For a confidential conversation about the position please contact Carmen King our Asset and Facility Manager at carmen.king@chl.org.au 08 8210 0267.

We look forward to hearing from you.