Maintenance Officer

Anglicare Southern Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Novated Lease

Health insurance discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

St John's Home for Men in Toowong is seeking a casual Maintenance Officer to keep the facility safe, functional and welcoming for residents, staff and visitors.

The role involves general maintenance, grounds care and coordinating contractors, under the supervision of the Facility Manager. It offers a casual arrangement with hourly pay rates and salary packaging options depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Current National Police Check or Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
• Current Driver's Licence and own reliable vehicle.
• Willingness to work a 24/7 rotating roster including weekends/public holidays.
• Experience in domestic/general maintenance incl. painting, plumbing, carpentry and grounds care.
• Knowledge of WHS principles and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Identify and complete general maintenance and domestic repairs promptly to keep the facility safe and functional.
• Carry out preventative maintenance, keep records and adjust schedules to minimise issues.
• Conduct regular safety checks of generators, safety switches, air conditioners and other equipment.
• Coordinate approved contractors and monitor maintenance work to ensure quality.

Skills

General maintenance

Gardening & grounds

Safety compliance

Domestic repairs

Job description

St John's Home for Menlocated in Toowong,is seeking Maintenance Officeron a Casualbasis.

About the role:

The Maintenance Officer is responsible for ensuring the facility remains safe, functional, well-maintained and welcoming for residents, staff and visitors. This casual role involves carrying out general maintenance and domestic repairs, coordinating contractors for approved works, and maintaining the grounds and outdoor areas under the direction of the Facility Manager.

The successful candidate will help maintain a comfortable, home-like environment for residents while ensuring maintenance activities are completed safely and in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements. The role may also include Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) responsibilities, depending on the facility's structure and operational needs.

This is a Casual role, pay rates starts from $37.57/hr - $43.67/hr plus salary packaging depends upon the qualification and experience.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and complete general maintenance and domestic repairs promptly to keep the facility safe and functional.
• Carry out preventative maintenance, maintain accurate records and adjust schedules to minimise recurring maintenance issues.
• Conduct regular safety checks of generators, safety switches, call points, air conditioners and other facility equipment.
• Coordinate approved contractors, monitor maintenance work and ensure jobs are completed satisfactorily.
• Ensure fire maintenance schedules are followed and electrical equipment is checked and tagged within required timeframes.
• Allocate asset numbers to new equipment and maintain accurate asset and maintenance registers.
• Undertake gardening, painting and general grounds maintenance to maintain and enhance outdoor areas.
• Complete external cleaning duties, including removing cobwebs and spiders from building walls, windows and other outdoor areas.
• Provide direction and supervision to outdoor volunteers, garden support staff and work placement workers.
• Ensure outdoor workers use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), follow WHS requirements and complete tasks safely.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Current National Police Check OR Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
• Current Drivers Licence and own reliable vehicle
• Ability and willingness to work a 24/7 rotating roster including working on weekends and public holidays as required
• Demonstrated experience and ability to perform domestic and general maintenance, including basic painting, plumbing, carpentry, minor repairs to equipment and the maintenance of large area grounds and gardens.
• Ability to provide and maintain quality reports and recommendations. Knowledge of and the ability to apply, workplace health and safety principles, including the care and safety issues related to tools, equipment, chemicals and electricity.

Why you will love working with Anglicare Southern Queensland

• Voted Reader’s Digest Most Trusted Brand in Aged Care seven consecutive years in a row.
• Know your role is making a real difference supporting Queenslanders in need.
• Value-driven organisation rooted in Love, Care, Hope & Humility.
• Not for Profit Salary Packaging (Reduce your taxable income by up to $18,550).
• Novated Lease – pay for your car and running costs with pre-tax dollars!
• Corporate Health Insurance Discounts with Bupa and Medibank.
• Benefits App – Discounts and cash back at retailers (Woollies,Big W, Myer & more!).
• Wellbeing App – Mental, Physical and Financial wellbeing support.
• A culture of recognition with our Annual People Awards.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program & Pastoral Care Support.

We want to ensure all applicants have the opportunity to present their best selves, if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process or require further information please contact: Grace– gsharma2 @anglicaresq.org.au
Anglicare is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ; communities, people with disabilities and people with a lived experience of mental health issues. We promote a child-safe environment and are committed to providing on-going care and protection

About the Team

Anglicare is committed to building a highly skilled workforce, assisted by a dedicated management team. We support our staff with learning and development initiatives, an employee benefits program, and progressive human resources management strategies, and are recognised as a leading employer in the non-profit sector. You will also enjoy:

• Developing skills within the growing sector of Aged Care
• Career progression and development in the form of internal and external training
• The option to increase your take-home pay with salary packaging
• Working with a friendly, supportive and innovative team
• Discounts at major retail outlets