Maintenance & Property Lead

About the Role: 

We are looking for a hands on Maintenance & Property Lead to join our team at Durham Green Village. 

Remuneration package $88,500 inclusive of Super +Salary packaging

This is a practical site based role suited to someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, solving problems, and working closely with stakeholders to ensure a safe, compliant and welcoming environment for residents and staff. Working closely with the Village Manager, contractors and the wider team to play a key role in our community supporting our residents. 

This is a permanent full-time position, working Monday to Friday 7am to 3pm with flexibility may be required to support the operations of the village.  

What you will be responsible for 

• Delivering preventative and reactive maintenance across buildings, equipment and grounds 

• Undertaking general repairs, maintenance and cleaning tasks to ensure the village is presented in a high standard 

• Conducting routine inspections of buildings, equipment and village grounds to identify maintenance needs and safety risks 

• Managing and coordinating contractors and service providers onsite ensuring work is completed safely and in accordance with agreed terms. 

• Maintaining compliance with Retirement Village Act standards, Council regulations and WHS requirements 

• Supporting asset management, minor capital works, refurbishments and improvements 

• Maintaining accurate maintenance systems and reporting requirements 

• Ability to work independently and working closely with the Village Manager and site teams to provide excellent service while minimising disruption to residents 

• Providing occasional bus driving for resident outings and servicing requirements. 

Why Join Us? 

At BaptistCare, we value our employees and foster a positive, inclusive work environment. We offer competitive salaries, tax-free salary packaging up to $18,550*, discounted gym memberships, and novated car leasing. Enjoy work-life balance with flexible arrangements and additional leave options. Benefit from our health and wellbeing initiatives, including free counselling, spiritual support, and nutrition advice. Advance your career with study assistance and access to learning and development programs and courses like LinkedIn Learning! 

About You: 

What we would like you to bring  

• A trade qualification in a building related discipline or equivalent experience in facilities, property or maintenance services. 

• Demonstrated hands on experience delivering maintenance across commercial, residential or property environments 

• Confidence using Microsoft 365 applications and maintenance systems 

• Experience managing contractors and multiple priorities in a busy environment 

• A proactive, organised approach with strong attention to detail with an ability to work independently  

• Alignment with BaptistCare values and a genuine commitment to working in a resident focused environment 

• A Light (LR) or Medium Rigid (MR) driver’s licence, or willingness to obtain (BaptistCare funded)  

If you are a practical, solutions focused maintenance professional who takes pride in your work and wants to contribute in a meaningful way we would love to hear from you. 

Apply now and help shape communities of care where people can live to their full potential  

About Us: 

BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing. 

We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again. 

That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia. 

 Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. The closing date is subject to change without notice 

Successful candidates will be subject to a variety of background checks including a national criminal history check, reference checks and, if applicable, WWCC, NDIS worker screening check and a pre-employment medical. 

BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all. 

Recruitment agencies please note: This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Thank you.