Facilities Caretaker

Manawatu and TRC Toyota Group are establishing this new position and you could be the one we need

If you are a skilled handy-person, talented on the tools and paintbrush, take a look at what this role involves below. We need a great, positive person for whom no job is ever a problem. We have 5 stores, stretching from Palmerston North to Feilding, Whanganui, Levin and Masterton. Travel is part of the role.

Key Responsibilities:
Facility Maintenance:

- Perform internal and external maintenance and repairs including both internal and external paint prep and re-do, as required (a few painting projects are currently waiting).
- Repair minor plumbing/electrical issues, such as fixing washers, leaking taps, bulb replacement, drain clearing...
- Ensure general building cleanliness and presentation meet company and Toyota New Zealand standards.

Grounds Maintenance:

- Maintain basic yard and carpark cleanliness, including regular weeding/spraying and rubbish removal.
- Ensure painted parking and directional lines are clear and easy to see
- Address moss and lichen growth on external surfaces as needed.
- Coordinate any landscaping tasks to keep exterior areas well-groomed.

Signage and High-Access Work:

- Clean and maintain all store signage, including work at heights when necessary.
- Ensure that all high-access tasks comply with safety regulations and standards.

Preventive Maintenance and Repairs:

- Develop and implement a preventive maintenance schedule for all locations.
- Identify and address general repair needs promptly. Some tasks may at times require weekend work to avoid disruptions, a day/days off the following week will be provided.

Safety and Compliance:

- Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including safe use of tools and equipment.
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and company policies.
- Work in line with our environmental management practices and procedures

Coordination and Reporting:

- Coordinate with external contractors for specialised repairs or maintenance as needed.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities and provide regular reports to management.

Qualifications and Skills:

- Proven experience in maintenance, facilities management, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of general repair work.
- Comfortable working at heights and using appropriate safety equipment.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple locations effectively - (some out-of-town stay may be required for larger projects).
- Valid and clean driver's license.
- Certification in working at heights would be an advantage - or willingness to obtain it.

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy objects
- Comfortable working in various weather conditions and physically demanding environments.

Extras:

- Company vehicle and fuel card
- The ability to develop this new role, purchase the right gear and make it happen
- Supportive team environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a general ‘handy-person’ with a great ‘can-do’ attitude to join our great team and play a vital role in maintaining the quality and presentation of our stores. If you are hands-on, detail-oriented, and passionate about maintenance excellence, we encourage you to apply.