About Us.
The Dale Cottages story is one rich in values of care, equity, dignity, innovation, participation, volunteerism, and hard work. As a Not-for-Profit Organisation, it is no surprise that these values continue to underpin our work since 1957. In 1956 the community of Armadale and Kelmscott recognised the need to provide accommodation for elderly residents. From the first public meeting it was clear that the community of Armadale and Kelmscott would make this project happen and to this day we hold fast to the principal that Dale Cottages is an organisation that values all community members. In October 1959 the first duplex opened in John Street Armadale. Since then, our organisation has grown in its mission to care for all community groups.
About the role:
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and self-driven individual to join our team as a Maintenance Officer. This is a part-time position, 75hrs per fortnight (Monday-Friday). The Maintenance Officer's duties are broad and include a mix of reactive, preventative and emergency related duties.
* Undertake general day to day maintenance activities within Dale Cottages Inc. policies, procedures and Aged Care Standards
* Ensures the allocated maintenance tasks are completed in a timely manner
* Work within a small team of Maintenance workers and gardeners
* Maintaining ILU in the village, Dale Community Care and the Greendale Centre
* Assist with renovations of village units as required
* Assist with equipment and IT related faults and repairs
* Ability to carry out carpentry, painting, plumbing and general maintenance
* Data entry and raising work orders
Essential:
* Trade experience or qualification
* C class driver's license (MR licence preferred)
* Test and Tag licence
* Experience of WHS requirements and application of safe working practices
* Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise workloads
* Basic IT understanding
* White card
* Have full rights to work in Australia
* A current police clearance no more than 3 months old or willing to obtain
* 2025 Influenza Vaccination Certificate or willing to obtain
Desirable:
* Experience of working in Aged Care
* Able to demonstrate knowledge about the Aged Care Accreditation Standards
What we will be offering:
* Salary packaging options – meaning you can pay less tax and increase your take home pay, set up a novated lease of a vehicle and/or entertainment benefits
* Competitive Salary
* Uniform shirts/Jackets provided
* Free on-site parking
* Flexible hours
* Work life balance
If you believe you have what it takes to become part of our team, please apply via our website
If you have any questions about the role please reach out to
All applicants must have permanent work rights.
Applications close on 2 February 2026 and Dale Cottages reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement before this date. Only successful candidates will be contacted for interviews.