Maintenance Officer

The Y Victoria; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recreation camp located on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula seeks a Maintenance Grounds Officer to ensure clean and well-maintained facilities. Responsibilities include general maintenance and garden development, requiring gardening knowledge and attention to detail. Enjoy benefits like flexible arrangements and free access to recreational facilities. This role offers a great work/life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working and rostering arrangements

Opportunities for career development and growth

Free access to gyms and aquatic centers

Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness

Opportunity to work on the Mornington Peninsula

Qualifications

• Knowledge and/or experience in gardening principles and maintenance.
• Effective time management skills and ability to multitask.
• Strong communication and demonstration of YMCA core values.

Responsibilities

• General maintenance of Camp Manyung, including buildings and campgrounds.
• Developing and maintaining new garden areas in line with the camp's Environmental Management Plan.
• Upholding the values of the YMCA at all times.

Skills

Gardening principles

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication

Job description

Overview

Are you seeking an opportunity to make an impact in the lives of young people? Are you looking for a role in the spectacular coastal environments that the Mornington Peninsula has to offer?

YMCA Camp Manyung are seeking a casual Maintenance Grounds Officer to join their dynamic team!

About Camp Manyung

Camp Manyung is a recreation camp located in Mt Eliza on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula and managed by YMCA Camps. Catering to schools and groups year-round, the team at Camp Manyung run a variety of programs and activities to suit every group, from snorkeling and kayaking to archery and raft building. Featuring a state-of-the-art recreation centre, flexible and accessible accommodation and picturesque outdoor areas, Camp Manyung is the perfect place to explore the great outdoors.

About the Role

As Maintenance Grounds Officer, you will working with the maintenance team to ensure that the campgrounds and its state-of-the-art facilities are clean, maintained and presentable. You will be responsible for:

• General maintenance of Camp Manyung, including buildings and campgrounds
• Developing, designing, building and maintaining new garden areas and vegetable/edible gardens, in line with the camp’s Environmental Management Plan
• Upholding the values of the YMCA at all times

About You

You are a handy person with knowledge and/or experience in gardening principles and maintenance. You possess attention to detail and pride in your work. You are an excellent problem solver with effective time management skills, allowing you to multitask and prioritise work where required. You are a strong communicator and be able to demonstrate the core values of the Y, day-to-day.

Benefits

At the YMCA, we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:

• Flexible working and rostering arrangements
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
• Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness
• Opportunity to work on the Mornington Peninsula

Mandatory Pre-Requisites

• Current Drivers Licence

How to Apply

Working for the YMCA is a rewarding and challenging experience for those with a positive attitude, zest for life and who seek to contribute to the bigger picture. If this is you, click the Apply button.

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