Maintenance Services Assistant

About Us

At Respect, we’re proud to be one of the largest providers of aged care services in regional Australia.

As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection.

We’re a growing, values-led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families and our team. When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive community built on collaboration, trust and the belief that everyone deserves to feel valued.

If you’re looking for an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates purpose, and offers meaningful career pathways, you’ll feel right at home with us.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting a Part-Time, 3 days a week, Maintenance Services Assistant to join our teams at Lakeside Gardens & Fairway Gardens Retirement Villages in Macksville, NSW.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll play a key part in maintaining a safe, functional and welcoming environment for our residents. You will support the day-to-day upkeep of the village, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

You’ll be responsible for general repairs, preventative maintenance, and supporting the presentation of both indoor and outdoor areas. No two days are the same, and your work will have a direct impact on the comfort and safety of our residents.

We’re looking for someone with a trade background or strong hands-on maintenance experience who is proactive, reliable, and takes pride in their work.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out general repairs and maintenance across the village
• Performing preventative maintenance to ensure buildings, equipment and systems are safe and reliable
• Responding to maintenance requests and prioritising urgent issues
• Assisting with the upkeep of outdoor areas including gardens, pathways and shared spaces
• Monitoring the overall condition of the facility and reporting hazards or larger repair needs
• Maintaining tools, equipment and basic records while contributing to a safe working environment

About You

You’ll be a great fit if you have:

• A trade qualification or relevant maintenance experience
• Practical, hands-on experience in general maintenance or a similar role
• Skills across building maintenance and basic repairs
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• A good understanding of Workplace Health & Safety practices
• A current driver’s licence
• A National Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication skills and a respectful, professional approach

Perks & Benefits

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per year plus $2,650 for meals and accommodation
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive, hands-on leadership team
• A friendly and down-to-earth workplace culture
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in aged care

Ready to Apply?

If you enjoy hands-on work and want to be part of a team that makes a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the role may close early. Apply now to be considered.