Maintenance Officer

iCIMS, Inc.; Warren; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Breakfast provided

No weekend roster

On-site location

Weekday schedule

Job summary

Palm Lake Care Mount Warren Park is seeking a practical Maintenance Officer to perform day-to-day maintenance, patch work and general upkeep in an aged care setting. You’ll coordinate with contractors for larger jobs and ensure a safe, tidy environment for residents and staff.

The role is Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:00pm, with hands-on work, problem-solving, and a positive, patient attitude valued. A current manual C-class licence and Police Check are required or willing to obtain them.

Qualifications

• Experience in handyman work or general maintenance.
• Ability to complete patch work and general upkeep safely and neatly.
• Confident using basic tools and maintenance equipment.
• Reliable, can-do attitude and ability to work independently.
• Respectful communication around elderly residents, families, visitors and staff.

Responsibilities

• Complete day-to-day maintenance requests across the aged care home.
• Carry out patch work, minor repairs, basic carpentry, painting touch-ups and general building upkeep.
• Check common areas, resident areas, grounds, plant and equipment to help keep the site safe and well presented.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks.
• Report hazards, maintenance risks and follow-up needs clearly.
• Work with the Service Manager to prioritise jobs and keep things moving.
• Organise and support contractors for larger, specialist or licensed works.

Skills

Handyman work

General maintenance

Building repairs

Patch work

Carpentry

Tool use

Independent work

Resident communication

Education

Certificate III in Workplace Health and Safety

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Officer | $42.29 per hour | Monday to Friday

At Palm Lake Care, we believe hard work deserves rewarding pay. If you are handy with tools, take pride in repairing and maintaining those never-ending list of issues that come up at work or at home, and do it with great attention to detail, and are wanting the stability of a Monday to Friday role, this is your dream position

Key Offerings

• Industry-leading pay: $42.29 per hour.
• Light breakfast and lunch supplies provided, along with chef prepared meals at great prices!
• Full-time, reliable hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:00pm.
• No weekend roster: enjoy a great work-life balance.
• Hands-on maintenance role: patching, minor repairs, painting touch-ups, general upkeep and building checks.
• Practical work that matters: help keep our aged care community safe, tidy and comfortable.
• Contractors manage the big jobs: larger or specialist works are handled by external contractors.
• One site location: based at Palm Lake Care Mount Warren Park.

The Role

We are looking for a practical, reliable Maintenance Officer to join our team at Palm Lake Care Mount Warren Park. This role would suit someone who has worked as a handyman, trade assistant, maintenance worker, painter, plasterer, carpenter, property maintenance worker or general repairs person.

You do not need to be a licensed tradesperson across every area. We are looking for someone who is confident using tools, can complete patch work and general maintenance to a neat standard, and knows when a bigger job needs a qualified contractor. This role will also see you building relationships with the entire team and residents within our community. Along with being great with tools and problem solving, you are positive, understanding and patient.

In this role, you will:

• Complete day-to-day maintenance requests across the aged care home.
• Carry out patch work, minor repairs, basic carpentry, painting touch-ups and general building upkeep.
• Check common areas, resident areas, grounds, plant and equipment to help keep the site safe and well presented.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks.
• Report hazards, maintenance risks and follow-up needs clearly.
• Work with the Service Manager to prioritise jobs and keep things moving.
• Organise and support contractors for larger, specialist or licensed works.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience in handyman work, general maintenance, building repairs or another hands-on role.
• Ability to complete patching, minor repairs and general upkeep safely and neatly.
• Confidence using basic tools and maintenance equipment.
• A reliable, can-do attitude and the ability to work independently.
• Respectful communication when working around elderly residents, families, visitors and staff.
• A current manual C-class driver’s licence.
• A current National Police Check, or willingness to obtain one.
• Certificate III in Workplace Health and Safety is desirable, but not essential.

About the Company

At Palm Lake Care, care is not just what we do, it is who we are. We are a proud family-owned organisation providing residential aged care in welcoming communities where residents feel respected, valued and at home.

Our Mount Warren Park team is focused on creating a safe, comfortable and well-maintained environment for residents, families, staff and visitors. As Maintenance Officer, the work you do each day helps make the home feel cared for. EEO Statement.

Join a Diverse TeamWe believe that unique perspectives drive innovation. Palm Lakes Care is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all genders, cultures, ages, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals with disabilities.

Process

• We will review applications as they are received.
• Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for a quick phone discussion.
• Suitable applicants will be invited to an interview and see the home.
• Preferred applicants will need to provide a valid National Police Check and complete a pre-employment medical assessment.
• All Palm Lake Care communities are smoke-free workplaces.