Maintenance Officer

Apollo Care Alliance; Kempsey; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Care Friends referral program

Onsite & Online development

Job summary

Vincent Court is seeking a Maintenance Officer to keep the aged care home safe, functional, and welcoming for residents, visitors, and staff. You will support day-to-day maintenance, safety, and presentation, collaborating with the leadership team to ensure a comfortable, homelike environment.

We offer a fixed-term, part-time role at 32 hours per fortnight with Monday and Tuesday shifts. Compensation starts at $29.98/hour plus penalties, 12% super, and 17.5% leave loading, plus salary packaging

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Maintenance Officer.
• Trade Certificate (desirable).
• Physical fitness and ability to perform manual tasks.
• Unlimited working rights in Australia – MANDATORY.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to operate gardening tools and equipment safely.
• Attention to detail and a passion for creating outdoor spaces.
• Compassionate and patient with aged care environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental safety audits and address hazards.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance per schedules.
• Respond to corrective maintenance requests promptly.
• Perform general tasks and coordinate external contractors.
• Assist with room setups and equipment moves.
• Maintain grounds and gardens to a safe standard.
• Support waste management practices and coordinate specialised services.
• Keep accurate maintenance records and escalate critical safety issues.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Attention to detail

Compassionate & patient

Education

Trade Certificate

Tools

Gardening tools

Job description

About Us

At Vincent Court, we aim to provide the highest quality residential aged care in environments rich with the senses of home.

At the heart of our offering is a deep commitment to a resident-first approach, while maintaining safety and quality in everything we do to promote a safe place for residents and the workforce. We aim to work together to achieve this by using our resources wisely.

The Role

As a Maintenance Officer in aged care, you will play an important role in ensuring the home remains safe, functional, and welcoming for residents, visitors, and staff. Working closely with the leadership team, you will support the day-to-day maintenance, safety, and presentation of the facility, contributing to a comfortable and homelike environment for older people. Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct environmental safety audits and address identified hazards and maintenance concerns
• Complete planned preventative maintenance in line with schedules and compliance requirements
• Respond to corrective maintenance requests in a timely manner
• Perform general maintenance tasks and coordinate external contractors where required
• Assist with room setups, equipment moves, and maintaining safe workspaces
• Maintain grounds and gardens to a clean, tidy, and safe standard
• Support effective waste management practices, including coordination of specialised waste services
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and elevate critical safety issues as required

This is a fixed-term, part-time position offering 32 hours per fortnight, with shifts scheduled on Mondays and Tuesdays.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a base rate of $29.98 per hour + Penalties + 12% Super, and 17.5% Leave Loading
• Not for Profit Salary Packaging: Salary Packaging options of up to $15,900 Tax Free, plus $2,650 Meals & Entertainment Card – https://nationalsalarypackaging.com.au/
• EAP: An Employee Assistance Program(EAP) with 24/7 access to a range of benefits for you and your immediate family
• Care Friends: Refer friends, earn points, and turn them into cash. It’s our way of saying thank you for bringing great people on board!
• Onsite & Online professional development and program opportunities

You’ll Have:

• Previous experience in as a Maintenance Officer
• Trade Certificate (desirable)
• Physical fitness and ability to perform manual tasks
• Unlimited working rights in Australia – MANDATORY
• NDIS Worker Screening Check or willing to obtain
• Ability to operate gardening tools and equipment safely
• Attention to detail and a passion for creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces
• A compassionate and patient nature, with an understanding of working in an aged care environment

Additional information

• $29.98 per hour based on experience + 12% Super
• NFP Salary Packaging - Pay Less Tax!
• Fixed Term Part Time Role - 32 hours per fortnight