There is no one-size-fits-all list of caretaker duties defined by body corporate legislation. Instead, their responsibilities are determined by the specific terms set out in the agreement between the caretaker and the body corporate.

Typically, this agreement includes a schedule of duties depending on the scheme’s unique needs. These may include cleaning, general maintenance, and managing shared facilities. For tasks outside the agreement, the body corporate and caretaker can work together to create a plan, emphasising the caretaker’s ongoing involvement with the committee, even as a non-voting member.

For tasks outside the agreement, the body corporate and caretaker can work together to create a plan, emphasising the caretaker’s ongoing involvement with the committee, even as a non-voting member.

Any additional tasks not included in the caretaker’s agreement  should be discussed with the committee before being undertaken. Depending on the body corporate’s approved spending limits, some may also require approval from lot owners at a general meeting.

Certain work may require the expertise of a specialist or licensed tradesperson. While routine tasks like changing a lightbulb or pressure cleaning a pathway might be manageable for a caretaker, more technical jobs often require professional contractors.

To gain a clear understanding of your caretaker’s agreed responsibilities, refer to the schedule of duties within the caretaking agreement. This document provides a detailed breakdown of the caretaker’s obligations, ensuring transparency for both the caretaker and the body corporate.