Maintenance Officer - Campbell

Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT); Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Heart HQ - Staff Platform with perks

Fitness Passport

Discounted private health insurance

Wellbeing initiatives and rewards

Ongoing Training and Development

Job summary

Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Officer for our Campbell facility. You will own the upkeep of the aged care environment, coordinate repairs, and implement a preventive maintenance schedule to keep systems safe and reliable.

You’ll use your trade qualifications and practical experience to inspect facilities, manage contractors, and maintain records. A current driver's license and comfort with portable devices are essential to support our residents and teams.

Qualifications

• A relevant trade qualification.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience delivering complex repairs and small maintenance projects.
• Experience coordinating contractor(s).
• Property management / construction experience.
• Understanding of the BCA, NCC and Australian Standards.
• Current driver’s license.
• Ability to use portable devices at an intermediate level.
• Sensitivity to the needs of the elderly in residential care.
• Experience with CMMS or CAFM is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify maintenance needs, including plumbing, electrical, and general building upkeep.
• Perform or coordinate repairs and routine maintenance tasks to ensure all equipment and systems function efficiently and safely.
• Develop and implement a preventive maintenance schedule to minimize breakdowns and extend the life of facility systems and equipment.
• Conduct regular checks and maintenance on critical systems, including fire alarms, emergency lighting, and safety equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, including infection control protocols specific to aged care.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for specialised repairs and maintenance services.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including work orders, repair logs, and service reports.

Skills

Trade skills

Maintenance experience

Driver's license

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

CMMS/CAFM

Job description

Brief Description

We have a long history of providing exceptional care that empowers older people to live a full life. As a not-for-profit aged care provider, we're able to invest in providing an exceptional experience to our clients as well as support and develop our frontline staff to achieve this.

The Role

Looking for a hands‑on role where your skills truly matter? We’re seeking a proactive, reliable and hands‑on Maintenance Officer to join our team on a full time basis at our residential aged care facility in Campbell.

As our Maintenance Officer, you’ll take ownership of the facility’s upkeep, ensuring everything operates efficiently and safely. You’ll be the go‑to person for identifying issues, coordinating repairs, and keeping our environment at the highest standard.

What are your key responsibilities?

• Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify and address maintenance needs, including plumbing, electrical, and general building upkeep.
• Perform or coordinate repairs and routine maintenance tasks to ensure all equipment and systems function efficiently and safely.
• Develop and implement a preventive maintenance schedule to minimize breakdowns and extend the life of facility systems and equipment.
• Conduct regular checks and maintenance on critical systems, including fire alarms, emergency lighting, and safety equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, including infection control protocols specific to aged care.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for specialised repairs and maintenance services.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including work orders, repair logs, and service reports.

Requirements

• A relevant trade qualification
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Experience delivering complex repairs and small maintenance projects
• Experience coordinating contractor
• Property Management / Construction experience
• Understanding of the BCA (Building Code of Australia), NCC (National Construction Code) and Australian Standards.
• Experience delivering complex repairs and small maintenance projects
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to use portable devices, including but not limited to Phone, tablets, laptops at an intermediate level
• Sensitivity to the needs of the elderly in a residential care setting
• Experience and understanding of Computerised Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) or Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) (Desirable)

What’s in it for you?

• Salary Packaging ($15,900), plus meal and entertainment benefit package to the value of $2,650
• Heart HQ - our Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) People Platform, packed with exclusive retail discounts, and features designed to help you celebrate, connect and succeed
• Fitness Passport - Discounted workplace health and fitness program available to you and your family. Gain full access to nominated gyms, pools, health and leisure centres across NSW & ACT
• Discounted private health insurance
• Wellbeing initiatives such as Reward and Recognition Program, Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing Training and Development

Summary

About Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)

At SCC (NSW & ACT), people are at the heart of everything we do! We are a purpose‑led, not‑for‑profit organisation empowering older people to ‘live life to the full’. We have a passion for providing the best care with clinical excellence and offer person‑centred care services to meet individual needs and preferences in residential aged care, retirement living and in‑home care.

Join us at SCC (NSW & ACT), where your work is not just a job, but a journey filled with meaningful moments to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we support. Our commitment to your development is unwavering, and we work hard to ensure you are given ample opportunities to continually learn and grow.

SCC is an equal opportunity employer. Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees feel valued and heard in a safe and respectful workplace, is a priority. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We welcome people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds, to apply.