House Caretaker jobs in Perth, WA typically pay A$28–A$47 an hour (about A$4,850–A$8,150 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of full-time or on-call. Employers ask for property care or maintenance experience and a national police check and. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Perth.
- Typical pay
- A$28–A$47
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- A$4,850–A$8,150
- about 40 hours a week
- Live-in
- Common
- accommodation provided
- Schedule
- Full-time or on-call
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Open house caretaker positions in Perth
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Register as a House CaretakerAbout house caretaker jobs in Perth
House Caretaker jobs in Perth, WA are household positions: a house caretaker looks after a house and its systems, especially while the owners are away, and arranges repairs. Families hiring in Perth range from young professionals in the city centre to established households across Greater Perth.
Perth is known for mining, LNG, engineering, and defence shipbuilding, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as BHP, Rio Tinto, Woodside Energy, Fortescue, and WA Health. Perth manages the mining operations that supply close to 40% of the world's iron ore, and pays among Australia's highest trade salaries.
Main duties
- Inspect the property and report problems
- Arrange and supervise repairs
- Keep the house aired, clean and secure
- Look after pools, gardens and utilities
- Prepare the house before the family returns
House Caretaker pay in Perth
Household incomes in Perth are shaped by an average local salary of around A$100,000, which is why house caretaker pay here sits above the Australia average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.
Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.
A day as a house caretaker
- 8:00Staff briefing
- 10:00Suppliers & budget
- 12:00Service standards check
- 15:00Events & guests
- 18:00Daily report to family
Why work in Perth?
The local job market is growing at 3.6% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Perth.
Perth is often described as “The World's Mining Headquarters City”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.
Requirements
What families ask for
- Property care or maintenance experience
- Basic handyman skills
- Trustworthiness and references
- Driving licence is often useful
Working in Australia
- Right to work in Australia: Workers must hold a visa with work rights; check eligibility through the government’s VEVO service.
- Checks: employers usually ask for a national police check and, for roles with children, a state Working With Children Check; NDIS worker screening applies to some disability support roles.
- Minimum pay: wages must meet the national minimum wage or the applicable award rate.
- Contract: A written agreement covering hours, pay rates, penalty rates and leave is strongly recommended.
Live-in or live-out?
Live-in house caretaker roles in Perth normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package. Live-out roles pay the full hourly rate, and families often add travel costs for early starts.
How to get hired
- Register
Create your profile with your house caretaker experience, availability and references.
- Verification
Complete Australia right-to-work and background checks.
- Interview & trial
Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.
- Contract & start
Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a house caretaker earn in Perth, WA?
House Caretaker jobs in Perth, WA typically pay A$28–A$47 an hour (about A$4,850–A$8,150 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.
Are there live-in house caretaker jobs in Perth?
Live-in positions are common. Live-in house caretaker roles in Perth normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package.
What do I need to work as a house caretaker in Australia?
Employers ask for property care or maintenance experience, basic handyman skills and a national police check and. You must also have the right to work in Australia.
What does a house caretaker do day to day?
A house caretaker looks after a house and its systems, especially while the owners are away, and arranges repairs. Typical duties include inspect the property and report problems, arrange and supervise repairs, keep the house aired, clean and secure.
How do I apply for house caretaker jobs in Perth on AvailJob?
Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Perth hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.
What hours does a house caretaker work?
A typical schedule is full-time or on-call. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.