Maintenance Assistant (Part-time)
Location: Port Hacking Centres, Royal National Park (Sutherland), NSW
Job Type: Part-Time
About the Role
Youthworks is seeking a part-time Maintenance Assistant to join our team at Port Hacking, situated in the beautiful Royal National Park. This role supports guests' satisfaction and enhances Youthworks' reputation through maintenance responsibilities.
Work Conditions
* No split shifts – 38 hour week
* Tools provided
* Large variety of tasks
* Supportive team
Responsibilities
Maintenance Assistance
* Assist maintenance team members with day‐to‐day repair, upkeep, and maintenance tasks across Youthworks Port Hacking and accommodation facilities
* Provide high quality support to ensure grounds, cabins, rooms, amenities, and common areas are maintained in a protected, clean, and functional condition
* Conduct yourself professionally and positively while interacting with guests, staff, contractors, and volunteers
* Respond to maintenance requests and reported repairs in a timely manner
* Assist with manual handling tasks including moving furniture, equipment, supplies, and materials safely
* Ensure all tools and equipment used are handled safely, checked regularly, and any faults or hazards are reported to management immediately
* Maintain a safe and tidy work environment at all times in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements
Grounds and Site Upkeep
* Assist with the daily upkeep and general presentation of site grounds
* Undertake general outdoor maintenance tasks including weeding, blowing leaves, rubbish and waste collection, and cleaning external areas
* Assist with painting, touch‐up work, and basic refurbishment projects as required
* Assist with maintaining the cleanliness and organisation of maintenance storage areas, workshops, and equipment sheds
* Ensure pathways, outdoor areas, and workspaces remain safe, clean, and free from hazards
Workshop and Equipment Support
* Assist with organising, maintaining, and restocking maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment
* Report damaged, unsafe, or missing tools and equipment promptly to the maintenance co‐ordinator
Systems and Safety
* Accurately maintain and keep up to date relevant maintenance records, checklists, and reporting documentation as required
* Adhere to workplace health and safety procedures and safe manual handling practices at all times
* Ensure any maintenance issues, hazards, incidents, or irregularities are reported to relevant stakeholders as soon as possible
* Provide feedback on maintenance and operational improvement measures that support excellent guest experiences and efficient site operations
* Ensure all relevant reporting occurs promptly, is actioned as needed, and filed accordingly
You will need to demonstrate
* An eagerness to learn more real‐world skills and put them into practice
* A passion for the outdoors
* Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and to be flexible to reflect changes in priority
* A systematic and focused approach to tasks with a strong attention to detail
* An ability to work with a wide range of staff to achieve effective outcomes
* Robust work ethos
* Strong customer focus
* Good personal presentation
* Willingness to work in an overtly Christian environment and within an Anglican organisation
* Commitment to work with Youthworks mission
* Verified and cleared Working With Children Check number for paid employment
What we would really like you to have
* Personal Christian faith
* Proven maintenance and/or construction experience
* WorkSafe NSW Licences
* Qualifications relating to the construction industry
* Proven knowledge of Industry and Safety Standards
* First‐aid qualifications
Additional information
Current driver's licence and own transport is essential as there is no public transport anywhere near Port Hacking Conference Centres.
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