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Live-in Caretaker (Coopers Plains) - stable opportunity, autonomy & ownershipCompetitive contract paid monthly + onsite accomWe are seeking expressions of interest for a contractor Caretaker opportunity at a Brisbane metropolitan residential complex in Coopers Plains, consisting of 70 residential units completed in 2012.This opportunity presents for the first time in six years, due to the retirement of the caretaker.About the CompanyBHC Creating Liveable Communities is an independent, not-for-profit developer, owner and manager of affordable and community housing. BHC''s Vision is "Creating homes, empowering lives, enabling transformation" and Mission "to deliver our Vision by building and maintaining quality affordable homes for people in need and engaging with and supporting people to sustain their tenancies". BHC''s core values are Making a difference; Working with integrity; Work safely; Supporting each other; Valuing our differences; Being accountable and delivering quality, and Celebrating achievements.More about the Role & Our TeamWhilst working reasonably autonomously, the Caretaker is primary responsibility is to deliver and fulfill the requirements of the Buildings Caretakers Agreement on behalf of BHC. Support and supervision are provided by BHCs Asset and Housing team.An onsite three-bedroom unit and a car space would be provided to the Caretaker. Being a live-in role allows the Caretaker to better facilitate an on-site presence for the community and to support resourcing the required duties.As the Caretaker, you will play an important role in contributing to creating liveable communities for our residents, byproviding services according to the Caretakers Agreement including:Watering, fertilising, weeding, mowing and maintenance of any lawns, gardens and shrubs to a high standard.Arranging maintenance and/or service contracts for the Body Corporate as required, and ensuring maintenance and service contracts are carried out in accordance with their terms.Coordination/engagement of tradespeople.Cleaning of building external, internal, and common areas including mopping, sweeping, and wiping of kitchen/BBQ areas, maintaining driveways, footpaths, stairwells, corridors, and letterbox areas.Be available for first point of contact for emergencies during and outside normal working hours and assist in coordinating emergency repairs.Maintaining an awareness of and ascertaining the general condition of common areas and assets contained therein and improvements to property that is the responsibility of BHC to maintain.Reporting promptly to the BHC Asset Team on all things requiring repair by a skilled contractor or creating a hazard or danger that would require rectification by a skilled contractor.Implementing WH&S compliance as required which may include evacuation rehearsal drills and safety briefings.Placing bins out for council collection, bringing these back in for weekly use and cleaning of bins and bin areas.Removal of additional building rubbish (such as garden waste).Replacing light globes in common areas.Coordinate and undertake compliance audits and inspections where required.Attending training and information meetings held by BHC for all contractors.Maintaining records of services provide by contractors for auditing purposes.Organising maintenance quotes and provide building reports when requiredWorking closely with BHC''s Housing Management, Caretaking and Asset team and liaising with the Body Corporate and residents to provide effective building management for occupants.About YouThe Caretaker can be a very rewarding and at times challenging opportunity which requiresthe right combination of diplomacy, tenacity, and empathy.We require the successful contract holder to have a background property Caretaking, building management or a relevant trade.As the services provider, you will be required to have a proprietary limited company or be willing to arrange.You will also need to have and maintain at your own expense a mobile phone and all tools of trade reasonably necessary to carry out the requirements of the agreed services outlined above.The contract holder will also be required to obtain and/or maintain at their own expense any insurances, registrations or licenses in order to complete the contracted services, specifically including Public Liability Insurance, Personal Injury Insurance, Motor Vehicle License.To applyIf the above sounds like you then we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter via Seek for consideration.Please note a national police check (arranged and paid for by BHC) will be required.We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Please briefly tell us what appeals to you about this opportunity. If successful, how much notice will you need before starting in the role, and please tell us about your remuneration expectations for the role (contract value per annum)? Do you currently hold a Pty. Ltd. company registration or will you be willing to obtain one?BHC is a leading provider of affordable housing with a demonstrated ability to deliver innovative provision of social and affordable housing.Since incorporation in 2002, and a registered Tier 1 Community Housing Provider (CHP), BHC has a well-earned reputation as a solid and reliable organisation, built through effective working relationships and a personalised approach to customer service.Our core business is housing and asset management of our wholly owned 1,500 affordable housing properties. In addition, our experienced team have undertaken property development and project management to create a number of award-winning homes for Queenslanders from all walks of lifeWe pride ourselves on working in close partnership with local communities, service providers, charities and government to provide homes that are secure and affordable.Source: this is an extract from the companys own website.BHC is a leading provider of affordable housing with a demonstrated ability to deliver innovative provision of social and affordable housing.Since incorporation in 2002, and a registered Tier 1 Community Housing Provider (CHP), BHC has a well-earned reputation as a solid and reliable organisation, built through effective working relationships and a personalised approach to customer service.Our core business is housing and asset management of our wholly owned 1,500 affordable housing properties. In addition, our experienced team have undertaken property development and project management to create a number of award-winning homes for Queenslanders from all walks of lifeWe pride ourselves on working in close partnership with local communities, service providers, charities and government to provide homes that are secure and affordable.Source: this is an extract from the companys own website.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr