Maintenance and Gardening Officer Singleton Community Aged Care

About the Role

Are you an experienced maintenance officer that can assist with the general maintenance and gardening of our 144 bed aged care home?

Your role will be to maintain the building and grounds of our building to a high standard, having regard for the comfort and wellbeing of residents and advising on replacement or repairs as required. You will also have close support from the Maintenance Supervisor on site as well as the Maintenance Manager and GM of Property Services.

About You

• Experienced in building maintenance
• Experienced in gardening/landscaping is desirable
• Knowledge of Aged Care industry is desirable but not essential
• Understanding of all legislative requirements pertaining to maintenance and repairs i.e. OH&S & Fire/Evacuation
• Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks including use of tools and equipment
• Willingness to contribute to after-hours maintenance requirements from time to time
• Great communication skills and respect for residents and colleagues
• Supervise and monitor grounds and systems
• Contribute to the support of aged care residents by providing quality service as required, and with respect to dignity and privacy.

Essential

• Victorian drivers licence
• Reliable, strong work ethic
• Valid police check, less than 12 months old

Preferred

• Trade Qualification - Landscaping or OHS Qualification is advantageous

Why Work with Us?

Discover the Benefits & Culture at For Purpose Aged Care

At For Purpose Aged Care, we believe that when our staff feel supported, valued, and inspired, they deliver the very best care to our residents. As a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation, your wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.

Benefits

That is why we offer a growing range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, financial wellbeing, professional growth, and sense of belonging:

• Maximise Your Take-Home Pay - Save up to $15,900 a year through Salary Packaging with Go Salary.
• Feel Connected - Enjoy regular team lunches and engaging team-building events that bring people together.
• Super That Works for You - HESTA is an industry super fund focused on people working in health and community services.
• Exclusive Workplace Banking - Take advantage of special offers through CommBank’s tailored program - because smart banking means more in your pocket.
• JB Hi-Fi Employee Discounts - Access exclusive staff pricing on the latest tech and home essentials.
• Wellbeing Support On Demand - Our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is always here when you need it.
• Time to Unwind - Treat yourself with staff-only discounts at Endota Spa.
• Novated Leasing Made Easy - Use your pre-tax income to pay for your car through our partner Enlist and enjoy potential tax benefits.
• Career Growth Across Australia - Explore national job opportunities within our broader For Purpose Aged Care network.
• Ausmed Passport - Take your training and qualifications with you—you’re learning counts wherever your career takes you.

Our culture is one of collaboration and compassion. Our leaders have the ability to create, grow and inspire their team. We believe if our staff are happy, our residents are happy.

If you want to work for a growing organisation that is inclusive and supportive, then apply now to work at Singleton Community Aged Care.