Maintenance Officer (Maintenance/Grounds)

Job Description:

About the role:
We are recruiting an experienced Maintenance Officer (Maintenance/Grounds) to provide general handyperson and grounds services to a large, complex facility in Carseldine. Historically known as Holy Spirit Home) our 189-bed facility offers residents a supportive and welcoming environment, with Residential Living aged care, Independent Living and Community Living services all available at the same location.  

 

Working as part of a close-knit team of five, our Maintenance Officers work both independently and collaboratively to deliver routine, planned and responsive maintenance, as well as general grounds and garden maintenance. From painting, patching and flooring repairs to pruning, mowing and helping residents with everyday maintenance needs such as TV remotes, sensor adjustments, water pressure issues and the installation of bathroom aids and handrails, no two days are the same in aged care.

 

Things that work for us

• Permanent full-time position, Monday to Friday. Standard working hours are 0700-1500, with some flexibility available
• Must be willing to undertake on-call duties when required
• Experience and ability to carry out maintenance repairs and providing grounds support
• Trade qualifications in carpentry, plumbing or similar, desirable 
• Hold a current valid Driver’s Licence and ability to drive a truck (essential)
• Experience working in a varied work environment
• Planning and time management skills
• Willing to apply for a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (essential)
• ​Willing to apply for a NDIS Worker Screening Check (essential)

 

Things that work for you:

• Competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum
• Access to the Fitness Passport (Gym/pool discounted program), Blue Light Card and discounted holiday accommodation
• Opportunity to work for the nation’s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision
• Friendly team environment with a great community care spirit
• Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service
• Free annual flu vaccination
• Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families

 

Why become part of the St Vincent’s Care family?

For more than 175 years, St Vincent’s Care Services (SVCS) has been a leading Catholic provider of Aged Care Services in Australia and the legacy of compassion, justice, integrity and excellence entrusted to us by the Sisters of Charity and their Founder Mary Aitkenhead continues to inspire our work today. 

 

Because you’re like us, you believe that every act of kindness makes the world a better place. Better for everyone who lives in the 20+ facilities and locations we operate in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. Better for all our staff and employees, who work tirelessly to provide the highest levels of care and quality of life for our clients. And better support for the local communities we play an important role in and continue to support.

 

At St Vincent’s we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the important of creating a work environment that is welcome, safe, fair and impartial and invite people from all backgrounds to join our caring family.

 

Reconciliation Action Plan

St Vincent’s Health Australia embraces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s unique perspectives, knowledge, and cultural. We strive to achieve better physical, mental, and spiritual health outcomes through continued connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We understand the need to effectively engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to influence decision making at all levels and to create opportunity through sustainable and culturally safe employment. 

 

As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation, https://www.svcs.org.au/people/aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-recruitment

 

Interested? Apply today!

No agencies please.

Closing Date:

30 October 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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