Maintenance Officer

Bupa Care Services NZ Limited; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free flu vaccinations

Uniforms provided

Employee wellbeing programme

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Bupa Riverstone Care Home in Palmerston North is seeking a versatile Maintenance Officer to manage the upkeep of a modern aged care facility, oversee contractor activity, and ensure compliance with maintenance programmes. The role focuses on maintenance tasks, preventative programmes, energy cost monitoring, and contractor management to deliver a safe, well-maintained environment.

With 1–3 years of maintenance experience, you will use power tools safely, plan effectively, and build strong

Job description

At Bupa, purpose meets possible.

Join us and help shape a future where healthcare is more connected, innovative, and deeply personal.

We’re a global healthcare leader trusted by millions and committed to helping people to live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.

This role will suit a multi-skilled maintenance professional with experience in contractor management, site coordination, and maintaining accurate records. A Maintenance Officer that is confident carrying out a broad range of maintenance activities, including painting, water blasting, equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, and general building upkeep, with a strong understanding of building maintenance principles.

Here, your work has purpose, your voice matters and your future is full of possibility.

Just imagine the impact you could make.

This is a casual role, meaning no guaranteed hours or days per week.

The purpose of this job

Bupa Riverstone Care Home is a modern, purpose-built aged care home located in Kelvin Grove, Palmerston North. The care home provides rest home, hospital, and dementia care..

As a Maintenance Officer you will:

• Be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the facility
• Follow the preventative and planned maintenance programmes
• Manage cost efficiency and monitor and compare energy cost and usage to look for improvements
• Keep current records of works completed and meet all compliance requirements
• Management of contractors when on site
• Negotiate with contractors and suppliers to obtain best price and value
• Participate in planning and implementation of minor refurbishment works alongside the managers

What you’ll need to make it possible

• Ability to engage with stakeholders and make sure we can focus on delivering high-quality service
• A minimum of 1-3 years’ maintenance experience in a similar position and ideally, you will hold a relevant vocational or technical qualification
• Ability to use power tools and maintenance equipment effectively and safely
• Tech savvy with sound organisational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks accurately
• Proven ability to build strong, lasting relationships with stakeholders, work well within a team and autonomously and be able to take and give direction
• Demonstrate the ability to think outside of the box and problem solve
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in NZ

Why you’ll love it?

• Regularly offered free flu vaccinations, free skin checks, free period care products and free initial menopause consultation
• Complimentary uniforms provided so you can look and feel your best at work
• Access to Viva, Bupa's global employee wellbeing programme
• Bupa Employee Wellbeing Support Service (EAP)
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits and discounts across wellbeing, retail, technology and more

Our Values | Ā mātou ūara

Brave | Māiatanga Caring | Manaakitanga Responsible | Haepapa

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.

At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants. We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you’d like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.