Maintenance & Grounds Specialist – Aged Care

RSL LifeCare; Tea Gardens; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

RSL LifeCare is seeking a Maintenance & Gardening Assistant to support our aged care homes in Tea Gardens. You will help keep buildings safe and outdoor spaces welcoming for residents, visitors and staff.

This permanent full-time role requires practical maintenance and gardening skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to liaise with contractors. NSW driver license is preferred to support site mobility.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience preferred, ideally within aged care, however this is not essential.
• Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Current NSW Driver Licence and ability to drive Manual
• Basic computer skills.
• A genuine ability to engage positively with older people on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive and planned preventative maintenance activities.
• Maintain the home and grounds to a high standard.
• Work in a fast-paced team environment where no two days are the same.
• Liaise and work alongside contractors, ensuring compliance requirements are met.
• Undertake general maintenance and repairs, including patching, painting, replacing light globes and basic building maintenance tasks.
• Complete required paperwork, documentation and system updates.
• Maintain lawns, gardens and outdoor spaces, contributing to an attractive and welcoming environment for residents.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver licence NSW

Computer literacy

Engaging with older people

Job description

RSL LifeCare is seeking a Maintenance & Gardening Assistant to support our aged care homes in Tea Gardens. You will help keep buildings safe and outdoor spaces welcoming for residents, visitors and staff.

This permanent full-time role requires practical maintenance and gardening skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to liaise with contractors. NSW driver license is preferred to support site mobility.