Maintenance & Grounds Officer

Lutheran Services Australia; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Staff discounts

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lutheran Services Australia is seeking a Maintenance & Grounds Officer at Immanuel Gardens Aged Care in Buderim, QLD. This full‑time role runs Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 3.30pm, focusing on safe, tidy and well‑kept facilities and grounds to support residents and staff.

You will perform general maintenance, garden upkeep, preventative tasks, admin duties, contractor liaison, and safe equipment use, contributing to a welcoming environment for all visitors.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial maintenance and groundskeeping within an aged care setting or similar environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Team player with proactive attitude and customer service focus.
• Valid Police Check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or eligibility to obtain).

Responsibilities

• General maintenance of lawns, gardens, and common areas.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and external cleaning.
• Identify and report risks while minimising existing ones.
• Undertake administrative tasks related to maintenance operations.
• Manage external contractors and minor building projects.
• Use equipment safely and responsibly.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming environment for residents, staff and visitors.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Facilities maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Contractor management

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance & Grounds Officer who is committed to maintaining the safety, functionality, and appearance of our facilities through proactive maintenance and repair work.

Location

Immanuel Gardens Aged Care, Buderim - QLD

Role Type

Full Time | Monday to Friday | 7.30am to 3.30pm

Remuneration

$29.45 - $31.11 ph + Super + Salary Packaging + Staff discounts & benefits

About The Role

In this hands‑on role, you’ll manage the day-to-day maintenance of buildings, gardens, and grounds, ensuring everything is safe, tidy, and well‑kept. Key responsibilities include:

• General maintenance and upkeep of lawns, gardens, and common areas
• Performing scheduled preventative maintenance and external cleaning
• Identifying and reporting new risks while working to minimise existing ones.
• Undertaking administrative tasks related to maintenance operations.
• Managing external contractors and minor building projects
• Using equipment and materials safely and responsibly
• Your work will help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

About You

• Experience in commercial maintenance and groundskeeping within an aged care setting or a similar environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow safety procedures and preventative maintenance schedules
• A team player with a proactive attitude, proven ability to demonstrate a customer service focus.
• Valid Police Check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or eligibility to obtain)

Desirable

• Current manual driver's licence.
• Previous grounds maintenance experience in aged care or similar environment.

Why Choose Us?

• Salary Packaging Benefits: take home more pay (up to $15,900 tax-free + $2,650 meals & entertainment).
• Discounts: on Health Cover, Energy, Appliances, Holidays, and more.
• Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing support.
• Fitness Passport - Stay active with discounted gym memberships for you and your family.
• Ongoing Training & Development opportunities to grow your career

Lutheran Services is a not-for-profit organisation with a proud 90-year history of providing exceptional care and support to communities across Queensland. With 12 residential aged care facilities, we are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our residents while upholding our values kindness, integrity, empowerment and innovation.

Part of Lutheran Services, Immanuel Gardens Aged Care service in Buderim is community focused and committed to providing compassionate and high‑quality care to our residents.