About the
role
We’re looking for a practical,
relationship-focused Repairs & Maintenance Specialist to join our Housing
Adequacy team in Auckland. Based in Ōtara and reporting to the Build Manager –
Auckland, this full-time (Monday to Friday 40 hours per week) role supports our Healthy Homes Programme, Home Repair
Programme, commercial contracts, and building maintenance across Habitat sites.
You’ll build trusting relationships
with whānau, complete Healthy Homes assessments and reports, provide practical
education, install interventions and devices, and carry out minor and major
repairs that help families achieve warmer, drier homes with an improved thermal
envelope.
This is a varied, hands-on role suited
to someone with prior repairs and maintenance experience, strong attention to
detail, and the ability to work confidently in a fast-paced, community-focused
environment.
What
you’ll be doing
- Complete Healthy Homes
housing assessments, reports, interventions, and repairs across Housing
Adequacy programmes
- Provide practical
education to whānau/aiga on creating warmer, drier, healthier homes
- Carry out repairs,
preventative maintenance, and general maintenance across Habitat sites
- Complete building works
such as bathroom and kitchen renovations, fencing, guttering, decking, access
ramps, painting, hanging doors, and other maintenance tasks
- Install curtains and rails
in line with best practice standards
- Track progress through
before and after photos and clear narrative reporting
- Ensure repairs and
maintenance work complies with relevant laws, regulations, standards, and
internal procedures
- Manage expenses within
purchase orders and raise programme risks as needed
- Engage with volunteers,
contractors, suppliers, community groups, and partner organisations as required
- Attend meetings, hui,
workshops, conferences, and industry training where appropriate
What
we’re looking for
- Previous experience in
repairs and maintenance within the construction industry
- Confidence completing
practical repairs, maintenance, carpentry duties, and residential improvement
work to a high standard
- Proven ability to build
strong whānau/client, contractor, and subcontractor relationships
- Ability to prioritise
tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication
skills and confidence working with a range of cultures, particularly Māori and
Pasifika
- Competence using Microsoft
Word, Excel, and Outlook
- A calm, patient approach
in stressful situations and a genuine interest in social impact
- Alignment with Habitat’s
mission, Christian foundation, and values
What we
offer
- A meaningful hands-on role
improving housing outcomes for whānau across Auckland
- A supportive,
values-driven Housing Adequacy team environment
- Opportunities for industry
training and development
- The chance to use your
practical trade and maintenance skills to create warmer, drier, healthier homes
About
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat
for Humanity Northern and Southern Region is the largest of Habitat for
Humanity affiliates in New Zealand. We deliver a wide range of housing-related
services, including developing new affordable homes, managing leased housing,
delivering home repair programmes, and providing healthy homes initiatives,
alongside our well-known ReStore charity shops which help fund our mission.
With a
team of nearly 150 staff and over 400 volunteers across Auckland, Northland,
Canterbury, and Southland, we are a growing, purpose-driven organisation
committed to creating long-term, positive impact for the communities we serve.
Our work is grounded in dignity, equity, and the belief that everyone deserves
a safe, decent place to live.
Everything
we do is guided by our core values:
-
Whakahirahira (Inspiring
Action) – We lead by example and motivate others to make a difference
-
Whanaungatanga
(Working Together) – We build strong relationships and collaborate to achieve
more
-
Tikanga
(Doing the Right Thing) – We act with integrity and hold ourselves to high
standards
-
Manaakitanga (Caring
for Others) – We show genuine care, respect, and support for those around us
Why Join
Us?
Join us
to be part of practical, meaningful work that delivers real housing outcomes.
You’ll be part of a supportive, purpose-led team where your repairs,
maintenance, and building skills will help whānau/aiga access safer, warmer,
drier homes — all while contributing to a mission that truly matters.
Ready to
Apply?
If the
above sounds like an opportunity that interests you, we’d love to hear from you
— please apply with your updated CV and cover letter, telling us why you are a
suitable candidate for the role. Applications close on Friday, 31 July 2026.
Please note that interviews may
commence during the advertising period if suitable candidates apply.
