Job Description
Maintenance Officer
Salary: $70,000-$73,000 + Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Frankston South, Brighton & Bundoora (regular travel between sites)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Tradewind Australia is proud to partner with a respected not-for-profit aged care and housing provider to recruit an experienced and hands-on Maintenance Officer. This permanent, full-time opportunity will see you working across multiple metropolitan sites, supporting residential aged care, affordable housing and independent living apartments.
If you're skilled with multiple trades who enjoys variety, autonomy and being part of a supportive Property & Procurement team, this is a fantastic opportunity to secure stable, long-term employment within a purpose-driven organisation.
About the Organisation
This well-established not-for-profit organisation provides care, accommodation and services to older Australians. With a strong commitment to dignity, safety and person-centred service, the organisation delivers high-quality aged care and housing support across Victoria.
About the Role
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager and working within the Property & Procurement team, you will be responsible for assisting with and undertaking maintenance of buildings, plant, equipment and grounds across multiple sites.
This role requires regular travel between Frankston South, Brighton and Bundoora. Each site has a company vehicle available for use for travel between sites, with occasional regional travel required (not frequent).
You will manage reactive maintenance tasks and contribute to preventative maintenance schedules, minor refurbishment projects and contractor coordination - ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
There are no direct reports in this role.
Benefits
- $70,000-$73,000 + Super
- Salary packaging benefits available
- Company vehicle access at each site to be used for travel between locations during work hours
- Supportive team within a well-established NFP organisation
- Immediate start available
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake general building and facility maintenance across multiple sites
- Respond to and manage reactive maintenance work orders
- Contribute to preventative maintenance schedules
- Assist with minor refurbishment and on-site projects
- Prepare Job Safety Analyses (JSA's) and Safe Work Method Statements (SWM's)
- Ensure compliance with OH&S legislation and organisational procedures
- Liaise with contractors, trades and suppliers
- Maintain accurate documentation and work order records
What You'll Bring
Essential:
- Minimum 3 years' experience providing general facility maintenance
- Strong all-round maintenance capability with ability to prioritise and manage multiple onsite tasks
- Experience preparing JSA's and SWM's
- Sound knowledge of OH&S legislation, regulations and safe work practices
- Intermediate computer skills for work order systems and reporting
- Current driver's licence
- Experience within aged care or residential settings
- Trade qualification (not essential)
About You
You are flexible, adaptable and solutions-focused. You take pride in your work, communicate well with a broad range of stakeholders and understand the importance of working safely in environments supporting older and potentially vulnerable residents.
You enjoy variety in your day, can work autonomously, and bring a proactive, can-do approach to maintenance challenges.
About Tradewind Australia
Tradewind Australia is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency recognised for delivering exceptional candidate experiences across the Social and Community sectors. We partner with leading organisations across Victoria to connect skilled professionals with meaningful, long-term career opportunities.
What sets us apart:
- Specialist consultants with sector expertise
- Transparent communication throughout the process
- Detailed insight into organisational culture and expectations
- Ongoing support from interview through to placement
How to Apply
Click "Apply" to submit your CV.
Please apply today with your CV, or email angus.hayes@twrecruitment.com.au.
For more information, contact Angus Hayes on (03) 9087 1020.
Commitment to Safety, Inclusion and Equal Opportunity
Tradewind Australia is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all people. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
All successful applicants will undergo reference checks, National Police Check and relevant compliance checks in line with organisational requirements.
