Maintenance Officer (Aged Care)

Collar Care is currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Officer to join a well-established aged care organisation in the ACT.

This is a hands-on role responsible for supporting the delivery of reactive and preventative maintenance, ensuring buildings, property and equipment are maintained to a high standard and that a safe environment is provided for residents, staff and visitors.

What’s on Offer

• Pay Rate: Up to $35 per hour + 12% Super

• NFP benefits

• Full-time opportunity

• Stable and rewarding work environment

• Opportunity to work within an established aged care setting

About the Role

You will be responsible for:

• Completing preventative and reactive maintenance

• Undertaking general handyman and building maintenance

• Maintaining property, buildings and equipment

• Responding to maintenance requests in a timely manner

• Coordinating and overseeing contractors when required

• Identifying and escalating maintenance risks

• Supporting compliance with relevant standards and WHS requirements

• Maintaining accurate records relating to maintenance, consumables and expenses

• Working collaboratively with staff, contractors, residents and families

• Responding to emergency maintenance requirements when required

The role is focused on maintaining a safe, functional and high-quality living environment for residents, staff and visitors.

About You

To be successful, you will have:

• 3–5 years’ experience in general handyman or building maintenance

• Building trade qualifications or equivalent advanced maintenance knowledge and skills

• Knowledge of building codes, standards and general maintenance practices

• Understanding of WHS requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills

• The ability to work professionally with residents, families, staff and contractors

• A genuine understanding and sensitivity towards working within a residential aged care environment

Aged care, retirement living or health experience is desirable.

Essential Requirements

• Unrestricted full-time Australian work rights

• No sponsorship available

• Current Driver’s Licence

• Relevant maintenance/building experience

Interested?

Apply now with your updated CV, or contact Collar Care for more information about the opportunity.