Home & Garden Maintenance Workers – Support at Home
Casual Roles | Huon, Channel & Kingborough
Huon Regional Care is a leading community care provider in Southern Tasmania. We deliver flexible, person-centred services that help older people live independently and with dignity in their own homes. Our motto, "Life. Just the way you love it," guides the care we provide to both clients and staff.
We are currently seeking Home & Garden Maintenance Workers to join our Support at Home team in the Huon Valley, Kingborough, and Channel regions.
What you'll do:
As a Home & Garden Maintenance Worker, you will help older people maintain safe, comfortable, and accessible homes. Your work enables clients to live independently in their own environment. Duties may include:
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Home maintenance – minor non-trade repairs like fixing door handles, replacing lightbulbs, securing loose flooring
- Pathway safety – ensuring driveways and entry points are hazard-free
- Garden & lawn care – mowing, weeding, trimming, pruning, and seasonal clean-ups
- External cleaning – windows, pathways, verandas, gutters (within safe reach), and waste management
- Client interaction – working respectfully in clients' homes, observing safety concerns, and encouraging participation where appropriate
- Safety & reporting – following WHS procedures, using tools safely, and maintaining accurate records
What we're looking for:
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Experience in home maintenance, gardening, or landscaping (formal or informal)
- Ability to perform manual and physically demanding tasks
- Basic knowledge of hand tools, garden equipment, and minor home repairs
- Friendly, respectful and trustworthy with strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage your time well
- Understanding of workplace safety, WHS and infection control measures
- Current Working with Vulnerable People Card
- Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle
- National Police Check (within 3 months of employment)
Desirable (not essential):
Previous experience in aged care, disability support, or community services
Technical skills in basic carpentry, plumbing, or electrical work (non-licensed)
Training in horticulture or maintenance
Why join us?
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Flexible casual roles close to home
- Inclusive and supportive team
- Make a real difference in your local community
How to apply:
Submit your cover letter and resume via Employment Hero by Sunday 31 January 2026.
To request a copy of the Position Description, please call (03) 6264 7100.
Huon Regional Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
Please visit our company website for more information
