Full-Time Maintenance & Groundskeeper

Respect; Merbein; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Respect is seeking a full-time Maintenance Services Assistant at Chaffey House, Merbein, to maintain gardens, outdoor spaces, and buildings in a welcoming residential setting for our residents. You will perform hands-on maintenance, garden care, and proactive repairs, contributing to a safe and comfortable living environment.

The role emphasizes practical skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently or with a team, including adherence to health, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in gardening, handyman work, or property upkeep.
• Can-do attitude with ability to work independently or in a team.
• Strong organisational skills for prioritising tasks.
• Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Experience in aged care or similar residential environment is desirable.
• National Police Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Willing to meet Aged Care Worker Screening requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining gardens, outdoor areas, pathways and grounds to ensure they remain neat, safe and welcoming.
• Carrying out general handyman duties, repairs and routine maintenance throughout the facility.
• Helping keep buildings, equipment, fixtures and communal areas in good working order.
• Identifying maintenance issues and reporting or addressing them promptly to prevent minor problems from becoming major repairs.
• Undertaking preventative maintenance tasks and following established maintenance schedules.
• Managing maintenance and gardening supplies, ensuring equipment and materials are organised and available when required.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records, work schedules and relevant documentation.
• Supporting essential workplace health and safety, fire safety and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Liaising and coordinating with external contractors and service providers as required.
• Keeping site vehicles, tools and equipment clean, safe and ready for use.
• Responding to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Providing on-call support when required and agreed as part of the role.
• Working collaboratively with the Chaffey House team to maintain a safe, comfortable and well-presented residential environment.

Skills

Gardening

Handyman

Facilities maintenance

Documentation

Health and safety

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Trade qualification

Maintenance certification

Driver's licence

Police certificate

Aged Care Worker Screening

Job description

Respect is seeking a full-time Maintenance Services Assistant at Chaffey House, Merbein, to maintain gardens, outdoor spaces, and buildings in a welcoming residential setting for our residents. You will perform hands-on maintenance, garden care, and proactive repairs, contributing to a safe and comfortable living environment.

The role emphasizes practical skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently or with a team, including adherence to health, safety, and regulatory requirements.