Maintenance Officer – Aged Care (Community Focus)

Uniting NSW & ACT; Sydney; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laundry allowance

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Job summary

Uniting NSW.ACT is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Officer for Lane Cove, NSW to keep facilities safe, functional, and well-presented for residents.

This full-time role covers 38 hours per week with a rate of $31.51 per hour plus super and not-for-profit salary packaging benefits; you will maintain outdoor areas, carry out general maintenance, and support a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in maintenance, handyperson, or similar roles
• Basic skills across plumbing, carpentry, or general repairs
• A genuine passion for supporting older people in a community setting

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general maintenance and repairs
• Responding to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain outdoor areas
• Supporting a safe environment through regular checks and upkeep
• Working independently while being part of a supportive team

Skills

Maintenance

Handyperson

Plumbing

Carpentry

General repairs

Job description

Maintenance Officer - Lane Cove NSW$31.51 per hour + Super + NFP Salary Packaging BenefitsFull-Time permanent position, 38 hours per week

Are you a hands-on maintenance professional who takes pride in keeping facilities safe, functional, and well-presented?

We're looking for a Maintenance Officer to join our team at Lane Cove, where you'll play an important role in maintaining a welcoming and comfortable environment for older members of our community.

Our residential Aged Care sites are Uniting Kamilaroi and Uniting St. Columba’s.

From time to time, you may need to work in other locations within the local area. You will have use of a Uniting vehicle for all work-related matters; however, the vehicle is not for personal use and must be garaged overnight at a Uniting location

This is more than just a maintenance role. It's an opportunity to use your practical skills to make a meaningful difference every day, ensuring residents feel safe, supported, and proud to call our community home.

If you enjoy variety in your work, take ownership of your responsibilities, and value being part of a purpose-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Why this role stands out

• $31.51 per hour + super + Not-for-profit salary packaging– pay less tax and increase your take-home pay
• Laundry allowance included
• Work close to home in the Lower North Shore Gem - Lane Cove!
• Be part of an organisation that genuinely cares about people and community

About the role

As our Maintenance Officer, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day upkeep of our facilities, ensuring everything is safe, functional, and well-presented for our residents.

You’ll be:

• Carrying out general maintenance and repairs
• Responding to maintenance requests in atimely and professional manner
• Maintain outdoor areas
• Supporting a safe environment through regular checks and upkeep
• Working independently while being part of a supportive team

What matters most

Your technical skills are important—but yourapproach to peopleis what really sets you apart.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Communicates with warmth, patience, and respect
• Enjoys building positive relationships with older residents
• Takes pride in delivering quality work
• Is reliable, proactive, and solutions-focused
• Brings a strong sense of care and community to everything they do

What you’ll bring

• Previous experience in maintenance, handyperson, or similar roles
• Basic skills across plumbing, carpentry, or general repairs
• A genuine passion for supporting older people in a community setting

You’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that’s committed to supporting people to live well. Every task you complete contributes to someone’s comfort, dignity, and sense of home.

If you’re someone who wants more than just a job—and values being part of something meaningful—we’d love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact

Apply today and help create a place our residents are proud to call home.

About UnitingUniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversityAt Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

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