Handy Person

Handy Person

Location: Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Company: BGIS (Technical Services)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Mobile

The Role

We're seeking a Handy Person to keep facilities safe, reliable, and running smoothly. You'll tackle a variety of maintenance tasks—air conditioning (basic), painting, plumbing, tiling, and carpentry—while partnering with Facilities and Maintenance Managers/Supervisors. You'll uphold BGIS's high standards and champion OHS and Environmental policies, using safe systems of work with strong support for wellbeing and development.

Why You'll Love Working With BGIS

Company vehicle – modern fleet with tolls, fuel & insurance covered
Strong wages + yearly increases, RDOs, overtime & on-call allowance
Career growth – paid training (EWP, First Aid, Working at Heights & more)
All tools provided – power tools, iPad, phone, uniform & PPE
Recognition & rewards – spot vouchers + $2,000 referral bonus
Discounts on a wide range of products & services
Paid parental leave & paid volunteer leave
Safe systems, supportive team & clear pathways for promotion

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver preventative and corrective maintenance (within competency) across HVAC (basic), painting, plumbing, tiling, carpentry and general repairs
• Respond to work orders/helpdesk requests; plan and complete day-to-day tasks across multiple sites
• Record jobs, photos and parts; complete daily/helpdesk reports and maintain data.
• Support Facilities Manager/Supervisor; assist with Capital Works and maintenance planning
• Direct and liaise with subcontractors to ensure contract and BGIS standards are met
• Champion OHS/EMS compliance; identify hazards, report incidents, and maintain a safe work environment
• Build strong relationships with clients, tenants, suppliers and consultants; communicate changes and decisions (incl. meeting agendas/minutes)
• Drive continuous improvement by reviewing objectives and adjusting plans to meet KPI targets (financial, operational, compliance, client satisfaction)

Your Education, Experience & Skills

• Experience in a building/facilities management environment (Desirable)
• Demonstrated ability to work within OHS, QA and Environmental systems (essential)
• Training in current OHS/QA (and ideally Environmental) legislation/systems (essential)
• Comfortable with maintenance systems and quality reporting.
• Flexible, innovative problem-solver with strong teamwork and communication skills
• Multi-trade capability (desirable): plumbing, painting, tiling, carpentry, general repairs
• Valid Driver's Licence; White Card (or willingness to obtain)
• Full working rights in Australia (essential)

About BGIS

BGIS Technical Services is the hands-on trades and maintenance division of BGIS—delivering safe, reliable, and efficient technical services for clients across Australia. Backed by BGIS's global capability (12,000+ people worldwide), we invest in safe systems, clean vehicles, and career development so our trades teams can do their best work.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

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If you're a skilled Handy Person seeking job security, growth, and a team that backs you, we'd love to hear from you.
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