Property Assistant - Part Time at Summerset

Blenheim, Marlborough, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Property Maintenance, Gardening, Building Maintenance, Refurbishments, Landscaping, Ground Care, Property Inspections, Safety Reporting, Problem-Solving, DIY Skills, Trade Skills, Driver's Licence, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Initiative, Dependability

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description You can help bring our villages to life! At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents. Job Description We’re looking for a proactive and hands-on Property Assistant to join our friendly team at Summerset Ellerslie. In this full-time role, you’ll play a key part in maintaining the high standards Summerset takes pride in – helping to keep our village safe, beautiful, and running smoothly. You’ll work closely with the Property Manager and Head Gardener to support a wide range of maintenance and gardening tasks across the village. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and the satisfaction of a job well done. Key responsibilities include: Assisting with general property and garden maintenance Helping with building maintenance and refurbishments Assisting with landscaping, gardening, and ground care tasks Taking part in property inspections and reporting safety or maintenance issues Communicating clearly and respectfully with residents, team members, and contractors Its an opportunity to work part-time, 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, within the hours of 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. We are flexible with how you structure your hours, as long as they fall within this timeframe. Please click here to view the full job description. Qualifications We’re looking for someone practical, approachable and dependable, with the ability to take initiative and complete a variety of tasks efficiently. This role would suit someone looking to shift into a stable role, that takes pride in their work and surroundings. Someone who likes to engage with people in the village and their home and create a people-first environment. You’ll be successful in this role if you have: Experience in property maintenance and gardening Strong DIY or trade skills – part trade qualified preferred A current driver’s licence The ability to work independently and take pride in your work Strong interpersonal and communication skills At Summerset Retirement Villages, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life—including those with transferable skills from other industries. You may not tick all the requirements, and that’s okay; we value what you bring to the table and look at the whole individual. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive. Equal opportunity is at the heart of how we recruit, and we encourage you to bring your unique perspective and passion to our team. Additional Information We are proud to show our appreciation for the passion and commitment our people show every day, by offering a selection of employee benefits: Our benefits include: Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance Paid birthday leave and access to retail trade discounts A chance to make a meaningful difference in residents' daily lives Opportunities for training and career progression across property, facilities, and operational leadership Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on 11th March. This role may close early due to a high volume of interest, so apply now to avoid missing out. Employee Type: Permanent Work Location: Blenheim

Responsibilities

The Property Assistant will support the Property Manager and Head Gardener by assisting with general property and garden maintenance, building refurbishments, and landscaping tasks across the village. Key duties also involve participating in property inspections and clearly communicating with residents, team members, and contractors.