Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is seeking a skilled and practical Maintenance Tradesperson to support our Maddocks Gardens aged care facility. This is a great opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving and being part of a team that genuinely contributes to resident comfort, safety and wellbeing.
Contract: Ongoing Full-time, 80 hours per fortnight
Job share can be considered. Please specify your preferred hours in your application.
About the role:
In this role, you'll carry out a variety of preventative and reactive maintenance tasks to ensure Maddocks Gardens remains safe, functional and well-presented. Your work will directly support high-quality care for residents by keeping buildings, equipment and infrastructure in optimal condition.
You'll manage general repairs, diagnose and resolve faults, coordinate with staff and contractors, and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently. Every day brings variety - from carpentry and minor plumbing to equipment checks, painting, door and lock repairs, and general facilities upkeep.
Why Should You Apply?
You'll be part of a supportive Facilities tea within a respected and growing regional health service. We offer:
* Handyperson Advanced Grade GL6 salary: $73,502 + super
* Extensive salary packaging benefits to increase your take home pay
* Stable, ongoing employment with opportunities for development
* A friendly environment where your work has a real impact on resident quality of life
What We're Looking For:
We're seeking someone who brings:
* Demonstrated experience across building, maintenance or general trades
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
* Confidence working safely within an aged care environment
* Good communication and a customer-focused approach
* Ability to prioritise tasks and respond to maintenance needs promptly
* Experience in aged care, health facilities or with hospital-specific equipment is highly regarded
Please view the full key selection criteria as listed in the position description.
Interested? For more information contact:
Julie Lawrence, Operational Director, Corporate Operations and Strategy on (03) 5150 3601.
Applications close: Tuesday, 31st March 2026
Applications are to be submitted by selecting \"Apply Now\" and are to include:
* Cover letter
* Resume (including two recent referees)
* Response to the full key selection criteria (as listed in the attached position description)
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