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Care service employee

Newcastle
Bendigo Advertiser
Care Assistant
Posted: 15 April
Offer description

$26.51 to $29.94 per hour + 12% superannuation + NFP salary packaging

Your Role

Are you someone who enjoys rolling up your sleeves and making a real difference through hands‐on work? We're looking for a practical, proactive individual who takes pride in maintaining safe, welcoming spaces for our residents and staff. This role is ideal for someone who prefers being on the tools rather than managing teams or coordinating trades.

Key Responsibilities

* Perform reactive and preventative maintenance on buildings, painting, plant and equipment, furniture, fittings.
* Ensure timely completion of preventative maintenance tasks.
* Maintain asset acquisition and disposals in Maintenance Connection.
* Collaborate with the Maintenance Supervisor and Site Manager on budget planning and asset management.
* Carry out maintenance requests through CMMS system.
* Develop and maintain effective relationships with staff and contractors.
* Ensure compliance with WHS legislation and BaptistCare policies.

About You

* Solid hands‐on maintenance experience.
* Experience working with property‐related contractors.
* Trade qualifications or experience is highly desirable.
* Values‐driven professional with excellent communication skills.
* Strong interpersonal abilities with capacity to work collaboratively and independently.
* Trade background with relevant qualifications highly regarded.
* Proficiency in Microsoft 365.
* A valid driver's licence.
* Fire Safety Officer training (or willingness to undertake) – desirable.
* Experience in an aged care or health care environment.
* A genuine alignment with BaptistCare's vision, purpose, and values.

Why Join Us?

At Baptistcare, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued. We are committed to your professional growth and development, providing opportunities for training and career advancement. Join us in making a positive difference in the lives of our residents.

About Us

We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for‐purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with Baptcare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. The closing date is subject to change without notice.

Successful candidates will be subject to a variety of background checks, including a national criminal history check, reference checks and, if applicable, a pre‐employment medical.

Please note:

This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Thank you.

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