Maintenance Officer - Warrnambool riverside Care Community

Opal Aged Care; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Career development opportunities

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Opal Aged Care in Warrnambool seeks a skilled Maintenance Officer to ensure our care community is safe and functional. You'll perform regular maintenance, manage supplies, and uphold safety standards in a supportive team environment.

This role offers a Monday to Friday schedule with no weekends and an attractive hourly rate, plus 12% superannuation and paid parental leave. If you're a problem solver looking to make a difference, apply now to join our values-led community.

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance, handyman, or groundskeeping role is highly regarded.
• Willingness to complete Pre-employment medical and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and minor projects across our care community.
• Ensure home meets safety and compliance standards.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests.
• Manage maintenance supplies and equipment within budget.
• Create a safe and welcoming environment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of WHS practices

Strong communication skills

Reliability

Education

Trade qualification or 'Test and Tag' certification

Job description

Maintenance Officer - Warrnambool riverside Care Community

Warnambool Riverside Care Community, 62-76 Huntingfield Drive, Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia

Posted Tuesday 2 June 2026 at 2:00 pm

At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed, people do.

Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for and our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence reflect that CARE is at the heart of everything we do.

About the Role:

We're looking for a practical and proactive Maintenance Officer to ensure our care community remains a safe, functional, and beautiful home for our residents at Warrnambool Riverside Care Community.

What's on Offer:

• Location: Warrnambool Riverside Care Community, Warrnambool
• Remuneration: Attractive hourly rate + 12% superannuation, Paid Parental Leave
• Additional Benefits: No weekends, 12% superannuation & paid parental leave

Why Choose Opal?

• Work-life balance— Stable Monday to Friday day shifts
• Career development— Access our Opal HealthCare Academy to grow your skills
• Supportive team— Join a values-led environment where your practical skills are valued
• Varied & meaningful work— No two days are the same; your work directly enhances resident safety and comfort
• Paid parental leave— Industry-leading policy
• $5,000 referral bonuses for bringing a friend onboard

What You'll Do:

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and minor projects across our care community and gardens.
• Ensure our home meets all safety and compliance standards, including WHS regulations.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests, minimising disruption for our residents.
• Manage maintenance supplies and equipment within budget.
• Work as a key part of our team to create a safe and welcoming environment.

What You'll Need:

• Experience in a maintenance, handyman, or groundskeeping role (aged care experience a plus).
• A practical, can-do attitude and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of WHS practices and a commitment to safety.
• Good communication skills and a friendly, professional manner.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic.
• A trade qualification or ‘Test and Tag’ certification is highly regarded.
• Willingness to complete Pre-employment medical and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Maintain with Care

If you are a skilled problem-solver who takes pride in your work and wants to contribute to a community that truly makes a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to become an essential part of our care community with Opal HealthCare.

Warnambool Riverside Care Community, 62-76 Huntingfield Drive, Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia