About the role

As the Maintenance Technician, you will work closely with our General Manager, Facilities to oversee the maintenance and operations of all assets within the UKO and Ume portfolios. Your primary goal will be to ensure that every property is not only functioning flawlessly but also presented impeccably, maximising rental returns for our organization.

Key responsibilities
Perform general building maintenance and repairs across multiple residential properties
Complete reactive maintenance work orders within agreed service levels
Undertake preventative maintenance inspections
Carry out minor carpentry, plastering, painting and patching works
Repair doors, locks, cabinetry, fixtures and fittings
Replace tapware, toilet seats, silicone, door hardware and other minor plumbing components
Perform basic electrical maintenance such as replacing lamps (within licence limitations)
Assemble and install furniture and equipment
Maintain common areas, plant rooms and back-of-house areas
Assist with room refurbishments and property improvement projects





About you
Broad handyman experience in residential or commercial maintenance
Robust troubleshooting skills
Ability to work across multiple sites
Excellent communication skills and robust customer service focus
Current unrestricted driver's licence
White Card
Ability to use smartphones and maintenance management software
Trade qualification (Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical or similar) - desirable
Test & Tag competency - desirable
Experience using property maintenance software (e.g. Yardi) - desirable

About us UKO is Australia's leading co-living and build-to-rent provider, delivering professionally managed residential communities across Sydney. We are committed to providing high-quality living environments by maintaining our properties to the highest standards through proactive asset management, preventative maintenance, regulatory compliance, and exceptional resident service.

📌 Maintenance Technician Sydney
🏢 UKO
📍 Sydney