Maintenance Officer

Bupa Care Services NZ Limited; Waikato; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Viva wellbeing programme

Southern Cross health insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Employee discounts

Flu vaccinations

Refer a Friend Programme

Job summary

Bupa Care Services NZ Limited is seeking a Maintenance Officer for our Foxbridge Care Home in Te Rapa, Hamilton. The role balances hands-on upkeep with preventative maintenance, contractor management, and cost efficiency, supporting a safe, compliant facility.

You'll bring 1–3 years of maintenance experience, power tools proficiency, and a practical qualification. This permanent part-time position offers meaningful work in a supportive, patient-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years maintenance experience in a similar role.
• Possess a vocational or technical qualification when possible.
• Able to use power tools and maintenance equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and upkeep the facility and equipment.
• Follow preventative and planned maintenance programmes.
• Manage contractors on site and negotiate best value.
• Keep accurate records and ensure compliance.
• Assist in minor refurbishment planning with managers.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Stakeholder engagement

Teamwork and autonomy

Problem solving

Education

Vocational/technical qualification

Tools

Power tools

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.

Hours & Roster Details:

• Employment Type:Permanent Part-Time
• Hours:Average 18 hours per week
• Shift Time:9am to 3.30pm
• Monday, Wednesday and Friday

The purpose of this job

Bupa Foxbridge Care Home

is a modern, purpose-built care home located in Te Rapa, Hamilton, beside the Te Rapa Racecourse and Minogue Park. The home offer provides rest home, hospital, and dementia care in a contemporary environment.

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?

• Access to Viva, Bupa's global employee wellbeing programme
• Southern Cross health insurance membership with monthly premiums fully paid for eligible employees
• Enhanced parental leave - 12 or 24 weeks of paid gender-neutral parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits and discounts across retail, technology and more. Employee Assistance Programme when you need it most
• Regularly offered free flu vaccinations, free skin checks and initial menopause consultation
• Refer a Friend Programme

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.