Maintenance Officer

The Role

We are seeking a part-time (70 Hours a fortnight) Maintenance Officer to join our Residential Aged Care facility in Marsfield.

What’s in it for you?

• Work-life balance with flexible part-time hours
• Job security with a respected not-for-profit organisation
• Increase your take-home pay through generous salary packaging benefits
• A rewarding role where your work improves residents' quality of life every day
• Supportive leaders and a collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What you'll be doing

• Carry out general maintenance and minor repairs across our aged care and retirement living community, including basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and building maintenance.

• Maintain attractive and safe outdoor areas through lawn mowing, hedging, gardening, and general grounds maintenance.

• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance to keep our buildings, equipment, and assets in excellent condition.

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and resolve repairs efficiently.

• Help ensure our facilities meet safety and regulatory standards while contributing to a positive Work Health and Safety (WHS) culture.

Requirements

• Current driver's license

• Basic computer skills

• Ability to work under minimum supervision

• Experience as a Maintenance Person in Retirement Living (preferred)

• Previous experience in either building, fitter and turner, welder or plumber (desirable)

• Trade qualification (desirable)

About Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)

At SCC (NSW & ACT), people are at the heart of everything we do!  We are a purpose-led, not-for-profit organisation empowering older people to ‘live life to the full’. We have a passion for providing the best care with clinical excellence and offer person-centred care services to meet individual needs and preferences in residential aged care, retirement living and in-home care.

Join us at SCC (NSW & ACT), where your work is not just a job, but a journey filled with meaningful moments to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we support. Our commitment to your development is unwavering, and we work hard to ensure you are given ample opportunities to continually learn and grow.

SCC is an equal opportunity employer.  Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees feel valued and heard in a safe and respectful workplace, is a priority. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We welcome people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds, to apply.