Part-Time Grounds & Maintenance Technician – Aged Care

St Andrews Village Ballina; Ballina Shire; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

St Andrew's is seeking an experienced Grounds and Maintenance Officer to join our maintenance team, supporting our Retirement Living and Residential Aged Care Facilities in Ballina. Based at the Retirement Villages in Ballina with travel to nearby facilities, you will perform gardening, grounds and general property maintenance to a high standard.

This part-time, 6-month fixed-term contract offers 33 hours per week and may lead to a full-time role for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or licence preferred
• LR/MR licences are advantageous
• Basic knowledge of gardening, plumbing, electrical, carpentry and general repairs
• Proven groundsman/handyman experience
• Good communication and team work
• Willingness to travel to other sites
• Own transport and reliability
• Eligible to work in Australia
• National Police Check may be required

Responsibilities

• Perform routine grounds and lawn maintenance across outdoor areas
• Maintain internal common areas to ensure cleanliness and safety for residents
• Carry out general maintenance tasks and minor repairs, including plumbing
• Complete unit/room repairs such as patching gyprock, painting walls, fitting door handles
• Complete work orders and respond to emergency maintenance requests promptly
• Address repair needs to support resident safety and well-being

Skills

Gardening basics

Plumbing basics

Electrical basics

Carpentry basics

Grounds maintenance

Team player

Strong communication

Self-management

Travel ready

Own transport

Eligible to work in Australia

Police check ready

LR/MR licence

Education

Trade qualification or licence (preferred)

Job description

St Andrew's is seeking an experienced Grounds and Maintenance Officer to join our maintenance team, supporting our Retirement Living and Residential Aged Care Facilities in Ballina. Based at the Retirement Villages in Ballina with travel to nearby facilities, you will perform gardening, grounds and general property maintenance to a high standard.

This part-time, 6-month fixed-term contract offers 33 hours per week and may lead to a full-time role for the right candidate.