The Opportunity
Peninsula Gardens Retirement Living is nestled among 14 acres of beautifully maintained gardens creating a welcoming and vibrant community where residents enjoy an active and connected lifestyle. As a Maintenance Supervisor, you will be working closely alongside your fellow Maintenance Officer, the residents and fellow staff. You will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and repair tasks around our retirement village. No two days are the same. From completing repairs and maintenance tasks to coordinating contractors and helping maintain our beautiful grounds and facilities, you'll be at the heart of creating an environment that residents are proud to call home. This role is perfect for someone with a trade background or strong maintenance experience who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, solving problems, and building positive relationships. If you're proactive, approachable, and take pride in helping others, you'll thrive in this rewarding position.
This is a permanent full time position working Monday to Friday (7:30am-3:30pm)
Your Impact
* Work with the Aveo Facilities team and contractors to ensure external works are attended to and completed to a high standard
* Conduct regular inspections around the village to rectify any maintenance defects and issues
* Perform small plumbing maintenance, including replacing taps and washers
* Support the upkeep of external assets such as lighting and sprinkler systems
* Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance across the community
* Manage community tools and equipment to ensure they are safe, organised and fit for purpose
* Record maintenance activities, notes and job updates
* Be a friendly and approachable presence for residents while working closely with a supportive team
What you'll bring
* Experience in a general maintenance or trade‐based role, including hands‐on handyperson tasks
* A proactive, solutions‐focused approach, with the ability to assess issues, troubleshoot and take action
* An understanding of maintenance cycles and the expected lifespan of equipment and village assets
* Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to explain maintenance works in a resident‐friendly way
* A positive, approachable attitude and a strong sense of pride in your work
* A valid driver's licence (essential)
* Minimum of two (2) COVID‐19 vaccinations (required)
What we offer
* $39.35/hr + superannuation + relevant award entitlements including penalty rates, overtime and allowances
* Employee Referral Program and Employee Assistance Program
* Discounts to Health Insurance and Retail & Leisure partner providers
* Annual flu vaccinations and skin checks
* The opportunity to build meaningful, lasting relationships with residents and contribute to our retirement community
Aveo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, with a focus on hiring great people regardless of their race, gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, background, religion, age, or sexual orientation. We treasure skills, expertise, and commitment. Our goal is to attract, develop, motivate, reward, and retain the best talent in the industry. Diversity is essential to our success; we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all our people feel comfortable being their authentic selves, and embraced for who they are.
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