Maintenance Officer

About the Role

Mater Private Hospital Bundaberg is seeking an experienced Maintenance Officer to join the team. This position is available for an immediate start and the successful applicant will secure permanent full-time employment.

Reporting to the Engineering Services Manager the Maintenance Officer is responsible for carrying out general repairs and maintenance across hospital buildings plant equipment services and grounds. This position requires a proactive individual who can work both independently and collaboratively while delivering high-quality customer service and maintaining a strong focus on safety.

Salary range: $38.36 - $44.23 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15900 access to many staff benefits!

What Youll Be Doing

• Performing general maintenance and repair activities across hospital facilities equipment and infrastructure.
• Completing maintenance tasks and work orders within agreed timeframes and service level expectations.
• Supporting planned and preventative maintenance programs to ensure the reliability of facilities and equipment.
• Maintaining accurate electronic and manual maintenance records logs and registers.
• Assisting with the upkeep and presentation of external areas gardens and grounds.
• Ensuring plant rooms workshops and maintenance areas remain clean safe and organised.
• Identifying faults hazards and equipment issues taking appropriate action to make areas safe and arrange repairs.
• Communicating effectively with clinical and non-clinical teams to minimise disruption to hospital operations.
• Following workplace health and safety requirements policies procedures and legislative obligations.
• Supporting contractor inductions and ensuring compliance requirements are met.
• Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement teamwork and outstanding customer service.

About You

To be successful in this role you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience maintaining large facilities including public buildings plant equipment and associated services.
• A current C Class Manual Drivers Licence.
• Strong knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety requirements including permit-to-work systems and isolation procedures.
• The ability to work autonomously use initiative and solve maintenance-related issues effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships across a diverse organisation.
• A commitment to safety customer service and maintaining high standards of workmanship.
• Relevant trade qualifications or certificates relating to building grounds plant or equipment maintenance.
• Previous experience in a healthcare hospital or similar complex operational environment.

Why join us

Mater is Queenslands largest not-for-profit healthcare provider delivering exceptional care to nearly 700000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. Were leaders in healthcare education fundraising & philanthropy and research and its our people who make the difference.

Were looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater youll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation compassion and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining retail travel accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queenslands Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Applications close on Tuesday 18th August 2026. Please note we may contact applicants prior to the closing date please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater please visit our Reconciliation webpage.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Hourly Salary Salary: 38 - 44