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Property Assistant

CompanySummerset
LocationHamilton
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 12, 2026
About The Company
Summerset is one of New Zealand's leading retirement village operators, and more than 9,500 New Zealanders call Summerset home. Our vibrant villages focus on bringing the best of life to our residents, and we offer a continuum of care to provide peace of mind should the care needs of our residents’ change. Our recent expansion into Australia includes the Cranbourne North retirement village, Chirnside Park in development and five more in the works in Victoria. Across Australasia Summerset provides a range of living options and care services to more than 9,500 residents and employs more than 2,800 staff. Summerset has corporate offices located in Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch and Melbourne. We offer a range of careers, from development and design through to care, village and property management, and corporate functions such as finance and marketing.
About the Role

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 our Rototuna village. 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, Property Assistants and Gardeners 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

This is a Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm position. You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive team who work together to create a village our residents are proud to call home.

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.

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 Thursday 26 November. This role may close early due to a high volume of interest, so apply now to avoid missing out.

  • Employee Type: Permanent
  • Work Location: Rototuna
  • Key Skills
    Property maintenanceGardeningLandscapingBuilding maintenanceRefurbishmentsGround careProperty inspectionsSafety reportingDIY skillsTrade skillsCommunicationProblem-solvingInterpersonal skillsTime management
    Categories
    TradesConstructionAdministrativeHealthcare
    Benefits
    Southern Cross Health Essentials InsurancePaid birthday leaveRetail trade discountsTraining and career progression
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    The Property Assistant will perform general property and garden maintenance, including landscaping and building refurbishments, to ensure the village remains safe and well-maintained. They will also conduct property inspections and communicate effectively with residents, team members, and contractors.
    📋Job Type
    full time
    📊Experience Level
    2-5
    💼Company Size
    1095
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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