Nau mai, haere mai ki Selwyn Village | Welcome to Selwyn Village

At Selwyn Village, we're more than a retirement village. For over 70 years, we've been caring for older New Zealanders through a unique philosophy known as The Selwyn Way.

The Selwyn Way means we care about all who connect with us, including both our residents and our people. We create a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and valued, and where every role contributes to the wellbeing and quality of life of our residents.

We're looking for an experienced and practical Maintenance Operative to join our close-knit Facilities team. If you're a hands-on problem solver who enjoys making a real difference every day, this could be the role for you.

Why join us?

Purpose that matters

Every repair completed, project delivered, and maintenance task undertaken helps ensure our residents enjoy a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained place to call home.

A culture of care, belonging and respect

Join a team that genuinely looks after one another. At Selwyn Village, people stay because they feel connected, valued, and part of something meaningful.

Wellbeing and balance

Enjoy a stable Monday to Friday roster, predictable working hours, and practical wellbeing support designed with people's lives in mind.

Growth and development

Build your skills, expand your experience, and be supported by leaders who value learning, development, and recognition.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

This is a permanent, full-time position working Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm (40 hours per week), with participation in a one-week-in-four on-call roster (Monday to Sunday).

Reporting to the Facilities & Maintenance Manager, you'll help ensure Selwyn Village's buildings, grounds, assets, furnishings, and equipment are maintained to a high standard, supporting an exceptional living environment for residents.

Key responsibilities

• Provide a handyperson maintenance service across allocated village areas
• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance tasks
• Assist with the movement of furniture and specialist equipment
• Maintain and enhance indoor and outdoor furnishings and village assets
• Coordinate and support property-related projects
• Contribute to a safe and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors

About you

You're a practical, solutions-focused maintenance professional who enjoys variety and takes pride in a job well done. You'll also bring a genuine appreciation for working within a resident-focused environment.

You'll have:

• Previous experience in a similar maintenance or handyperson role
• Sound knowledge of general building maintenance
• A strong understanding of health and safety practices
• A current Full NZ Driver Licence
• A current First Aid Certificate (preferred)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, solutions-focused approach
• Good physical fitness and the ability to undertake lifting and manual tasks
• A positive, organised, and proactive approach to your work
• The ability to build positive relationships with older people
• Permanent eligibility to work in New Zealand

Our values guide everything we do

At Selwyn Village, we're united by four values:

Notice Others
Lift Others Up
Be Bold and Innovative
Be Amazing

If these values resonate with you and you're looking for a role where your work has real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now

Join an organisation with a proud legacy, a strong sense of purpose, and a commitment to helping both residents and staff thrive.

More than a Job. It's The Selwyn Way.