Maintenance Technician – Aged Care (Mon–Fri, FT)

Opal Healthcare; Bunbury; Hybrid; AUD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Opal HealthCare’s Bunbury Gardens Care Community in Bunbury, WA, seeks a hands-on Maintenance Officer to perform planned and reactive maintenance across buildings, gardens, and shared spaces. This permanent full-time role runs Monday to Friday, with competitive hourly pay and 12% super.

You will respond promptly to requests, coordinate contractors, keep safety and quality at the forefront, and help maintain a welcoming environment for residents and staff in the 68-bed community.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, handyman or groundskeeping roles, preferably in aged care.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and a friendly, respectful approach.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and manual handling.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use maintenance request systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and minor repairs across buildings, equipment, gardens and shared spaces.
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely and respectful manner.
• Complete preventative maintenance checks and maintain records.
• Support workplace health and safety, fire safety and aged care quality requirements.
• Monitor building conditions and escalate issues when needed.
• Liaise with external contractors to ensure safe, efficient work.
• Maintain clean, safe indoor and outdoor areas for residents and visitors.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, staff and contractors.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Handyman

Groundskeeping

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

Safe work practices

Manual handling

Computer skills

Education

Trade qualification or relevant technical experience

Job description

Opal HealthCare’s Bunbury Gardens Care Community in Bunbury, WA, seeks a hands-on Maintenance Officer to perform planned and reactive maintenance across buildings, gardens, and shared spaces. This permanent full-time role runs Monday to Friday, with competitive hourly pay and 12% super.

You will respond promptly to requests, coordinate contractors, keep safety and quality at the forefront, and help maintain a welcoming environment for residents and staff in the 68-bed community.