Maintenance Officer - Lidcombe Place Care Community

Opal Healthcare; Sydney; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring programs

Education scholarships

Supportive team

Meaningful work

Stable employment

Job summary

Opal HealthCare is seeking a Maintenance Officer for Lidcombe Place Care Community in NSW. The role covers planned and reactive maintenance across buildings, gardens and shared spaces, with an emphasis on safety and compliance.

It offers a permanent full-time schedule, Monday to Friday, with an hourly rate plus 12% superannuation. You will support day-to-day operations, coordinate contractors, and ensure work is completed to high standards while contributing to a safe, welcoming environment for

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance, handyman or groundskeeping roles.
• Trade qualification or relevant technical experience is preferred.
• Experience in aged care or health care settings is desirable.
• Strong problem-solving skills and safety focus.
• Ability to use maintenance request systems and keep records.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and minor repairs.
• Respond to maintenance requests promptly and professionally.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks and document results.
• Support workplace health and safety, fire safety and quality requirements.
• Monitor building conditions and escalate issues as needed.
• Coordinate external contractors to ensure safe completion of work.
• Keep indoor and outdoor areas clean, safe and presentable.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Good communication

Education

Trade qualification or relevant technical experience

Job description

Maintenance Officer - Lidcombe Place Care Community

"At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed - people do."That’s why everything we do is driven by our purpose:to bring joy to those we care for, guided by our values ofCompassion,Accountability,Respect andExcellence reflect thatCAREis at the heart of everything we do.

We are currently seeking a highly reliable Maintenance Officer bringing broad experience across routine maintenance, troubleshooting, compliance checks, and property upkeep. Must have a proactive approach, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to creating safe and welcoming environment within the care community, located in the Auburn area and surrounding suburbs.

About the role

• Hourly Rate (Dependant on experience and qualifications) plus 12% superannuation.
• Permanent Full-Time opportunity
• Monday to Friday

In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for completing planned and reactive maintenance tasks across buildings, equipment, gardens, grounds and shared spaces. You will support the smooth day-to-day operation of the care community by responding promptly to maintenance requests, completing minor repairs, coordinating contractors when required and ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard.

What we offer

• Dedicated mentoring & internal/external career development programs to build and accelerate your career - Emerging Leadership Programs, Senior Leaders programs and more via our very own Opal Healthcare Academy https://academy.opalhealthcare.com.au/
• Sponsored study & training along with Scholarship opportunities of up to $15,000 for further education & training through local & national University, TAFE & RTO partnerships
• A supportive team environment where your contribution makes a real difference.
• Meaningful work helping create a safe and comfortable care community for our residents.
• Stable work in a purpose-driven aged care setting.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance, minor repairs.
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely, respectful manner.
• Complete preventative maintenance checks and maintain accurate records.
• Support compliance with workplace health and safety, fire safety and aged care quality requirements.
• Monitor the condition of buildings, fittings, escalating issues where required.
• Liaise with external contractors and suppliers to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Maintain clean, safe and attractive indoor and outdoor areas for residents and visitors.
• Build positive working relationships with residents, families, staff and contractors.

About you

• Previous experience in a maintenance, handyman, or groundskeeping role (aged care experience a plus).
• Trade qualification or relevant technical experience will be highly regarded.
• Experience in aged care, health care, retirement living or a community services setting is desirable.
• Good practical problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, respectful approach.
• Strong knowledge of safe work practices and manual handling requirements.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use maintenance request systems or complete records.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to complete pre-employment medical, National Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.