Maintenance Officer

Respect; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Additional $2,650 salary packaging for

Job summary

Respect, a not-for-profit aged care provider in Regional Australia, invites applications for a Maintenance Officer based in Toowoomba. This hands-on, varied role supports safety, upkeep and on-site operations, with opportunities for growth and long-term stability.

You will maintain buildings and grounds, manage records, coordinate contractors and assist with on‑call duties, using practical maintenance, gardening and general trade skills.

Qualifications

• Practical skills in general maintenance, repairs and groundskeeping.
• Experience with maintenance programs and facility upkeep.
• Current driver’s licence is required.
• National Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain) required.
• Trade qualification and/or aged care exposure is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Maintain buildings, equipment, public areas and site vehicles to high safety and quality standards.
• Perform general repairs and maintain gardens, pathways and outdoor spaces.
• Manage maintenance records, schedules and asset registers, supporting refurbishment and replacement planning.
• Monitor and maintain stock levels of repair materials, equipment and gardening supplies.
• Ensure safety and essential services compliance, coordinate contractors and assist with on-call duties as required.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Maintenance programs

Driver's license

Police checks

Trades/aged care exp.

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

About Us

At Respect, we’re proud to be the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia.

About Us

At Respect, we’re proud to be the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia.

As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection.

We’re a growing, values-led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families and our team. When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive community that thrives on collaboration, trust and the shared belief that everyone deserves to feel valued.

If you’re looking for an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates purpose, and offers meaningful career pathways, you’ll feel right at home with us.

Why You Will Love Working With Us

• People-first culture that celebrates teamwork, progress and purpose
• Meaningful, rewarding work where you make a genuine difference every day
• Career growth opportunities with ongoing training and professional development
• Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging of up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses
• Enjoy an additional $2,650 in salary packaging for meals, entertainment and holiday accommodation

About The Role

This is a hands-on, varied role with opportunities for growth, development and long-term stability.

No two days are the same! As Maintenance Officer, you will:

• Maintain buildings, equipment, public areas and site vehicles to high safety and quality standards
• Perform general repairs and maintain gardens, pathways and outdoor spaces
• Manage maintenance records, schedules and asset registers, supporting refurbishment and replacement planning
• Monitor and maintain stock levels of repair materials, equipment and gardening supplies
• Ensure safety and essential services compliance, coordinate contractors and assist with on-call duties as required

About You

You’ll thrive with us if you have:

• Practical skills in general maintenance, repairs, gardening and groundskeeping
• Experience with maintenance programs, building upkeep and facility maintenance
• Current driver's licence
• Current National Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain, where required), with a commitment to meeting applicable aged care screening requirements
• Relevant trade qualification and/or experience in aged care or similar environments highly regarded