Carpenter

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Carpenter to join our friendly and supportive Sydney Central Home Maintenance & Modification Service (HMMS) on a full-time basis.

The role is based in Marrickville with clients across the Inner West and South East Sydney.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct effective and quality minor home maintenance and modification works for community clients
• Recognise and complete tasks within programme guidelines and client preferences
• Adhere to legislative requirements regarding building works
• Prepare quotes and complete associated for maintenance and modification services
• Monitor equipment to ensure safe working order
• Working collaboratively with the broader Home Maintenance & Modification Service team to ensure the best outcome for our clients

Using Uniting systems and other relevant computer applications to support service delivery 

About you 

You are an experienced Tradesperson with a high attention to detail that thrives on helping others.

Specifically, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Licence in Carpentry trade (as defined by NSW Fair Trading) and/or Certificate in Building,

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Ability to prioritise and delegate competing workloads and tasks
• Demonstrate understanding of WHS principles and risk management practices
• Experience using power tools and a wide range of skills in home maintenance and construction
• Australian Drivers Licence
• Proficient in using computer applications including Microsoft office, client/data management systems and a willingness to learn new programs
• Current First Aid or willingness to obtain
• Demonstrated commitment to Uniting values “We are bold, imaginative, respectful and compassionate.” 
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Benefits & Culture 

When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work. 

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Further to this we offer: 

• Join an organisation that has a positive impact on our clients and the community
• Hands on training, development and mentoring with a leading provider 
• Tax free salary packaging entitlements of up to $16,000 per year (pro-rata) 
• Tax free salary packaged meal & entertainment card of up to $2,650 per year (pro-rata)