Trades Assistant at University of Otago

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jan, 26

Salary

68900.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Trade Experience, Physical Fitness, Hand Tool Use, Cooperation, Positive Attitude, Health And Safety Best Practice, Full Driver's License, First Aid Certificate

Industry

Research Services

Description

__________ TRADES SERVICES | RATONGA MAHI-Ā-REHE PROPERTY AND CAMPUS DEVELOPMENT DIVISION | TAURIMA PAPA WHENUA • Salary + Overtime rates available + 6.75%25 superannuation. • Cell phone provided. • On the job and in-house training opportunities. • 5 weeks annual leave + Long service leave + Additional leave purchase option. The role | Te mahi As a Trades Assistant, you will provide a range of property maintenance and asset management related services to an assigned portfolio. You will proactively partner to assist in the delivery of safe, sustainable, compliant, and future-focused solutions, minor works projects, asset management, inventory, storage, signage, plumbing, and maintenance. Key tasks of this role include: • Responding to and maintaining a maintenance schedule and programme for the care of the portfolio buildings and grounds. • Identifying, recording, and reporting back to management on facilities/asset condition and improvement options. • Delivery of building owner compliance related checks and record keeping for facilities related services. • Delivering excellent, client-focused services that enhance customer experience. • Assisting with on-site compliance, health and safety checks, sign-ins, and certificate licences. You will have the opportunity to interact with people across campus and work on a variety of commercial and residential buildings. Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako Trade experience is preferred. Ideally you will have previous experience in a trade related activity, such as construction, mechanical, plumbing, painting industry or similar. Ideally, candidates will also: • Be physically fit and able to complete manual work. • Have knowledge of basic hand tool use. • Be co-operative and have a positive attitude to work. • Show demonstrated experience in health and safety best practice. • Have a full Driver’s license - Class 1. • Hold a current First Aide Certificate (training provided). This position requires a person who can work under minimum supervision with good communication skills and a courteous nature, as much of the work involves dealing with a variety of people around the University. About our team | Mō te tīma The Division is responsible for buildings with a replacement cost of NZ$2.5 billion, and more than 22,000 hectares of land. With over 3,500 University Staff and 20,000 students, it is a bit like helping to run a small town. We deploy, support and maintain a wide and exciting array of equipment and facilities including state-of-the-art research laboratories, large student accommodation facilities, and a variety of multi-use space from teaching facilities through to restaurant and café venues. Further details | Pūroko This is a permanent, full time (40 hours week) position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. The salary range for this role is $60,201 to $68,900. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position. The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. For further information, or to discuss the role in confidence – please contact Graham Marshall via the contact details below. Application | Tono To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2501541 will close on Sunday, 9 November 2025. Applications may be reviewed as they are received, the University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time. #LI-DNI Additional Information Contact: Graham Marshall Position details: Job Description Further Information: Department Website Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email Location: About Dunedin

Responsibilities

As a Trades Assistant, you will provide property maintenance and asset management services. You will assist in delivering safe, sustainable, and compliant solutions for various projects and maintenance tasks.