Job description
- Full Time Permanent Position
- Hourly rate of $29.08 + super + salary packaging to increase to $33.00 per hour
- Stable, and interesting role, helping maintain residents homes, make a difference!
- Laundry allowance also included
- No weekend work
Join the Uniting Team as a Maintenance Officer!
About the Role
Are you a skilled handyperson with a passion for making a difference? We have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Officer who will play a crucial role in maintaining our properties, land-based assets, and equipment. Your work will ensure our care and accommodation services are safe, sustainable, and feel like home.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain property, land-based assets, and equipment to support service delivery goals.
- Communicate effectively with residents, staff, and families, showing empathy and understanding.
- Ensure compliance with corporate standards and WHS in all maintenance work.
- Perform both routine and reactive building/property maintenance tasks in a timely manner.
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience in a similar role is highly desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of legislation related to buildings and workplace health and safety.
- A trade background is preferred but not essential.
- Ability to maintain compliance with legislation and corporate standards.
- Understanding of contractor obligations.
- Proficiency with computers.
- Current NSW driver’s license.
Bonus Skills
- Experience in maintenance roles within aged care or retirement living settings.
- Knowledge of CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System); training can be provided.
Benefits & Culture
- NFP Salary packaging benefits
- Uniform provided & Laundry allowance
- Ongoing training & continuous development
- Career development opportunities
To review the role responsibilities in greater detail please review the comprehensive Position Description by clicking on the link Position Description – Maintenance Officer
How to Apply
Please click “Apply Now” and attach your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
For all enquiries, please email Dina Oraha at [email protected] using the subject line: Maintenance Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.
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We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
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