Maintenance Services Assistant

Respect Group Limited; Macksville; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Meals and accommodation allowance

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Respect Group Limited, a not-for-profit aged care provider in regional Australia, is seeking a Part-Time Maintenance Services Assistant for Lakeside Gardens & Fairway Gardens in Macksville, NSW. This hands-on role supports daily upkeep to create a safe, welcoming environment for residents and staff.

You will carry out general repairs, perform preventative maintenance, respond to requests, maintain outdoor areas, monitor facility conditions, and keep basic records.

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance or similar role.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Strong understanding of Workplace Health & Safety practices.
• Willingness to obtain a National Police Check/NDIS Worker Screening Clearance if required.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general repairs and maintenance across the village.
• Performing preventative maintenance to ensure buildings, equipment and systems are safe and reliable.
• Responding to maintenance requests and prioritising urgent issues.
• Assisting with the upkeep of outdoor areas including gardens, pathways and shared spaces.
• Monitoring the overall condition of the facility and reporting hazards or larger repair needs.
• Maintaining tools, equipment and basic records while contributing to a safe working environment.

Skills

General maintenance

Repairs & hand-tools

Independence & reliability

Workplace safety

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

At Respect, we’re proud to be one of the largest providers of aged care services in regional Australia.

As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection.

We’re a growing, values-led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families and our team. When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive community built on collaboration, trust and the belief that everyone deserves to feel valued.

If you’re looking for an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates purpose, and offers meaningful career pathways, you’ll feel right at home with us.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting a Part-Time, 3 days a week, Maintenance Services Assistant to join our teams at Lakeside Gardens & Fairway Gardens Retirement Villages in Macksville, NSW.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll play a key part in maintaining a safe, functional and welcoming environment for our residents. You will support the day-to-day upkeep of the village, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

You’ll be responsible for general repairs, preventative maintenance, and supporting the presentation of both indoor and outdoor areas. No two days are the same, and your work will have a direct impact on the comfort and safety of our residents.

We’re looking for someone with a trade background or strong hands‑on maintenance experience who is proactive, reliable, and takes pride in their work.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out general repairs and maintenance across the village
• Performing preventative maintenance to ensure buildings, equipment and systems are safe and reliable
• Responding to maintenance requests and prioritising urgent issues
• Assisting with the upkeep of outdoor areas including gardens, pathways and shared spaces
• Monitoring the overall condition of the facility and reporting hazards or larger repair needs
• Maintaining tools, equipment and basic records while contributing to a safe working environment

About You

You’ll be a great fit if you have:

• Practical, hands‑on experience in general maintenance or a similar role
• Skills across building maintenance and basic repairs
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• A good understanding of Workplace Health & Safety practices
• A National Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication skills and a respectful, professional approach
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per year plus $2,650 for meals and accommodation
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive, hands‑on leadership team
• A friendly and down‑to‑earth workplace culture
• Opportunity to build a long‑term career in aged care