About Us
We are an international community housing organisation with a vision that all people have appropriate and affordable shelter and are engaged in sustainable communities.

Home in Place is an AON Hewitt accredited Best Employer and we are passionate about investing in our employees by providing them with opportunities by supporting professional growth.

About the role
We are looking for a trade qualified carpenter to join our team based in the Newcastle & Maitland areas on a Permanent Full-time basis.

Reporting to the Maintenance Area Supervisor you will take pride in your work by providing a professional and quality standard of repair and installation of building products to our tenants. Working as part of a larger team you will demonstrate a flexible approach to your work by your willingness to undertaking a range of general maintenance tasks including:

• Fixing & Finishing Carpentry
• Roof and ceiling repairs
• Patching & Painting
• Repairing and replacing timber decks, balustrades, steps and pergolas.
• Small Concreting jobs
• Door and window maintenance
• Residential property maintenance

About You

• Trade qualified carpenter or joiner with hands- on experience and an excellent understanding of carpentry techniques
• Ability to read technical documents and drawings
• An eye for detail and the ability to work at a low margin of error
• NSW unrestricted driver’s license with satisfactory driving record
• White card

Job Benefits
As well as a competitive hourly rate of $41.40 per hour you will also have access to:

• Flexible working arrangements either 9-day fortnight or monthly RDO
• Working Monday to Friday
• Not for Profit Salary Packaging Benefits (details via our salary packaging provider)
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Annual training budget and paid study leave

To apply, click on apply now
Confidential enquiries may be made by contacting our HR Team on 02 4920 2600 or emailing [email protected]

Please note, all applicants must be willing to undergo a full functional medical including a drug and alcohol test, National Police Check and driving record check, as part of the recruitment process.

At Home in Place, we are committed to upholding our values of sustainability, empowerment and collaboration. Our hiring process focuses on merit, skills, and potential, ensuring that each candidate is evaluated fairly and objectively. We welcome applicants regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our goal is to create a workplace that not only respects but also celebrates the unique perspectives and talents of each individual.

Home in Place is committed to upholding the highest standards of child protection, including fostering a safe and secure environment for all children.

Please note, agency referrals will not be accepted for this role.