Overview
Make a real difference behind the scenes — help create a safe, comfortable, and welcoming home for older Australians.
Our Home
Our 63-room aged care home provides a welcoming, safe, and well-maintained environment for residents, visitors, and staff. Resthaven features modern amenities, spacious communal areas, landscaped gardens, and comfortable resident spaces, offering a rewarding environment where your work directly contributes to the wellbeing and comfort of our residents each day.
The Role
As a Maintenance Officer in aged care, you will play an important role in ensuring the home remains safe, functional, and welcoming for residents, visitors, and staff. Working closely with the leadership team, you will support the day-to-day maintenance, safety, and presentation of the facility, contributing to a comfortable and homelike environment for older people.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct environmental safety audits and address identified hazards and maintenance concerns
* Complete planned preventative maintenance in line with schedules and compliance requirements
* Respond to corrective maintenance requests in a timely manner
* Perform general maintenance tasks and coordinate external contractors where required
* Assist with room setups, equipment moves, and maintaining safe workspaces
* Maintain grounds and gardens to a clean, tidy, and safe standard
* Support effective waste management practices, including coordination of specialised waste services
* Maintain accurate maintenance records and elevate critical safety issues as required
What's in it for you?
* Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a base rate of $31.79 to $36.47 per hour + Penalties + 12% Super, and 17.5% Leave Loading
* Not for Profit Salary Packaging: Salary packaging options up to $15,900 tax free, plus $2,650 meals & entertainment card
* EAP: An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 access to benefits for you and your immediate family
* Care Friends: Refer friends, earn points, and turn them into cash. It's our way of saying thank you for bringing great people on board!
* Onsite & online professional development and program opportunities
You'll Have
* Previous experience as a Maintenance Officer
* Trade Certificate (desirable)
* Physical fitness and ability to perform manual tasks
* Unlimited working rights in Australia — mandatory
* NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain
* Ability to operate gardening tools and equipment safely
* Attention to detail and passion for creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces
* A compassionate and patient nature, with understanding of working in an aged care environment
Who we are
Resthaven on Quarry is a stand‐alone not‐for‐profit residential aged care facility (RACF), governed by dedicated volunteers from the local community. We commit to a resident‐first approach, maintaining safety and quality in everything we do and promoting teamwork through efficient resource use.
Legal
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and we reserve the right to close this advert once a suitable applicant has accepted a letter of offer.
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