Part Time Maintenance Officer - Wantirna Views Care Community

Opal Aged Care; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 39.000 - 52.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

12% superannuation

Paid parental leave

Referral bonuses $5,000

Descripción de la vacante

Opal HealthCare is seeking a practical Part Time Maintenance Officer to support Wantirna Views Care Community, ensuring safety, accessibility and aesthetic upkeep for residents. The role is permanent part-time (Tue/Thu, 07:00–15:00) with a competitive hourly rate and benefits.

Specific duties include routine maintenance, repairs and minor projects, WHS compliance, and efficient management of supplies. A trade qualification or Test and Tag certification is valued; pre-employment checks apply.

Formación

• Experience in maintenance, handyman or groundskeeping roles; aged care experience is a plus.
• Practical, can-do attitude with strong problem-solving skills.
• Solid knowledge of WHS practices and safety.
• Good communication and professional demeanour.
• Reliability and strong work ethic.

Responsabilidades

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and minor projects across the care community and gardens.
• Ensure the home meets safety and compliance standards, including WHS regulations.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests with minimal disruption to residents.
• Manage maintenance supplies and equipment within budget.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain a safe, welcoming environment.

Conocimientos

Maintenance experience

Handyman

Groundskeeping

WHS knowledge

Communication skills

Reliability

Educación

Trade qualification

Test and Tag certification

Descripción del empleo

Part Time Maintenance Officer - Wantirna Views Care Community

Wantirna Views Care Community, 100 Harold Street, Wantirna, Victoria, Australia

"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. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading aged care providers with over 149 Care Communities and over 23,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role:

We're looking for a practical and proactive Part Time Maintenance Officer to ensure our care community remains a safe, functional, and beautiful home for our residents at Croydon Grove Care Community

What's on Offer:

• Location: Croydon Grove Care Community
• Employment Type: Permanent part time - Tuesday and Thursday 07:00-15:00
• Remuneration: Attractive hourly rate + 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 bonusesfor 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
• 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.

Wantirna Views Care Community, 100 Harold Street, Wantirna, Victoria, Australia