Maintenance Officer - Northern Beaches

Thompson Health Care; Mona Vale; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Health Care is seeking a Maintenance Officer to cover a travel-between-sites role across aged care homes in the Northern Beaches region. The role focuses on keeping facilities clean, safe and welcoming for residents, visitors and staff.

You will perform routine maintenance, respond to requests, and support preventative programs while building strong relationships with residents and teams.

Qualifications

• Police Check required (National Police Certificate).
• Minimum 2 years' experience completing maintenance for commercial businesses (desirable).
• Previous experience as a Maintenance Officer in Aged Care (preferred).
• Knowledge of Work, Health and Safety Requirements.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Be proactive to identify maintenance problems and inspect regularly.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance across facilities including repairs, painting, lighting, gutter cleaning and basic plumbing.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and minimise disruption to residents.
• Maintain gardens, grounds and outdoor areas to a high standard.
• Follow preventative maintenance programs for timely upkeep of buildings and outdoor areas.
• Identify, report, and address hazards per work health and safety procedures.
• Obtain quotes for repairs or maintenance works as directed by the House Manager.
• Provide friendly, professional service to residents, visitors, contractors, and staff.
• Build positive relationships with residents through a respectful, approachable, and supportive manner.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Work Health & Safety knowledge

Proactive maintenance

Education

Police Check (National Police Certificate)

2 years' maintenance experience (commercial)

Maintenance Officer in Aged Care (preferred)

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a Maintenance Officer on a full-time basis to join our team in a travel between sites role across our aged care homes located throughout the Northern Beaches facilities.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, is flexible with work locations, and is passionate about delivering exceptional resident care.

As a valued member of our team, you will play an important role in ensuring our homes are maintained to a high standard, creating a comfortable and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff. The successful candidate will be a reliable who is committed to supporting the smooth operation of our homes and enhancing the quality of life of those in our care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance throughout the facility such as repairs, painting, lighting replacement, gutter cleaning and basic plumbing
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and minimise disruption to residents
• Maintain gardens, grounds and outdoor areas to a high standard.
• Follow preventative maintenance programs to ensure timely upkeep of buildings and outdoor areas
• Identify, report, and address hazards in line with work health and safety procedures
• Obtain quotes for repairs or maintenance works as directed by the House Manager
• Provide friendly, professional service to residents, visitors, contractors, and staff
• Build positive relationships with residents through a respectful, approachable, and supportive manner

About You

• Police Check (National Police Certificate) (Essential)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience completing maintenance for commercial businesses (desirable)
• Previous experience as a Maintenance Officer in Aged Care (preferrable)
• Knowledge of Work, Health and Safety Requirements
• Possess good communication and organisational skills.
• Be able to work proactively to identify maintenance problems, including regularly inspecting and assessing repair work; and
• Have the ability to recognise, escape and resolve maintenance matters which require further assistance.

About the Company

Thompson Health Care is a family-owned company, with five decades of experience. Our Aged Care Homes stretch from the Southern Highlands throughout the Sydney Region and Central Coast. We pride ourselves in delivering the highest standard of care and service provided by our team of professional and caring staff, in a quality home like environment.

that unsolicited applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered at this time.