Maintenance and Grounds Manager – Residential Aged Care

Warrina Homes is a leading not-for-profit Aged Care provider in metropolitan Adelaide, offering both Retirement Village and Residential Aged Care services. Guided by Christian values, we focus on person-centred care that promotes choice, dignity, and independence. We are committed to fostering a culture of empowerment, encouraging our team to make informed decisions and excel in their roles. Teamwork is at the heart of our organisation, and we value mutual respect and support in every aspect of our work.

Warrina Homes has experienced significant growth in recent years, highlighted by our recognition as 12th place in the BDO FastMovers SA Awards, celebrating the top 25 fastest-growing companies in South Australia. We also won the 'Elevated Success Award', recognising our achievement as the highest percentage of revenue growth. These recognitions reflect our ongoing commitment to providing high-quality, person-centred care while maintaining financial stability and expanding our services.

With a holistic model that addresses the physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of our residents, we take pride in our strong reputation for compassionate care, a supportive workplace culture, and a continuous focus on improvement and innovation.

About the Role

At Warrina Homes, we go beyond providing care - we foster a community where every resident and team member is valued, respected, and supported, guided by our Christian principles. We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance and Grounds Manager to lead a small team, coordinate with external contractors, and implement proactive maintenance strategies to ensure the smooth, safe operation of our facilities.

In this leadership role, you will oversee all aspects of property and grounds maintenance (including buildings, equipment, and landscaped areas) ensuring they meet the highest standards of safety, functionality, and presentation. Your work will directly support the wellbeing of our residents by maintaining an environment that is both secure and welcoming.

Reporting to the General Manager Assets & Operations and working closely with the General Manager Residential Services and the wider Leadership Team, you will play a key role in maintaining compliance with relevant regulatory, safety, and legislative requirements. This is a meaningful opportunity to lead with purpose, contribute to a culture of service excellence, and support our mission of enabling residents to live with dignity, choice, and purpose.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Coordination

Lead, mentor, and inspire the Maintenance and Grounds team, fostering strong collaboration across all service areas.

Provide practical guidance, coaching, and performance support to build capability and morale.

Support recruitment, workforce planning, and professional development to maintain a high-performing team.

Property & Grounds Maintenance

Coordinate and carry out preventative and responsive maintenance across facilities.

Keep outdoor areas - gardens, courtyards, driveways, and car parks - clean, safe, and visually appealing.

Apply best-practice horticultural techniques to maintain and enhance landscaping.

Oversee contractors, maintenance equipment, and key registers.

Compliance & Reporting

Ensure all maintenance activities comply with Workplace Health & Safety (WHS), regulatory, and legislative requirements.

Prepare reports and contribute to maintenance and grounds budget planning.

Lead compliance for key systems including fire safety, plumbing, electrical, security, asbestos, and water testing.

Customer Service & Communication

Deliver friendly, professional service to residents, families, staff, and contractors.

Show empathy and respect in all interactions, especially when working with older people.

Provide induction training for new staff on safety procedures and facility systems.

Work Health & Safety

Champion a culture of safety, including hazard identification and incident reporting.

Maintain safe, clean work environments and ensure correct equipment use.

Ensure team-wide WHS compliance in line with Warrina Homes policies and procedures.

About You

We are seeking a seasoned maintenance professional with a strong people-centred approach and a passion for high-quality service. The ideal candidate will have:

Trade qualification or extensive hands-on experience in property maintenance and/or grounds services.

Confidence in using power tools, gardening equipment, and motorised small plant.

Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and compliance standards.

Strong technology skills, including Microsoft Office and maintenance systems.

Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Positive, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset.

Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate and manage a team.

Strong customer service focus, with empathy and respect for older people.

Inclusive, collaborative, and an excellent communicator.

Professional, reliable, and committed to service excellence.

Commitment to ongoing learning, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Current driver's licence and willingness to travel between sites as required.

Skills or experience in horticulture, turf care, garden construction, irrigation systems, and landscape features.

Experience in a similar role within the Aged Care or Health Services sector will be advantageous.

A leadership or management qualification will be beneficial.

Testing and Tagging certification would be highly regarded.

What We Offer

Attractive salary with generous salary packaging benefits:
Up to $15,899 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment.

A meaningful role where your work truly makes a difference in the lives of others.

A supportive, friendly team that values your contributions.

A workplace built on respect, teamwork and community.

Access to ongoing professional development opportunities and a genuine commitment to your professional growth.

An Employee Assistance Program to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Free on-site parking for your convenience.

At Warrina Homes, every resident matters, and every team member plays a crucial role in our mission. If you are looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact, please join us and be part of a compassionate, dedicated team.

For more information visit our website, https://warrinahomes.com.au

Please note that Warrina Homes maintains a non-smoking workplace.

To apply, simply click the 'Apply' button, submitting your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Applications will be reviewed upon submission.

Don't miss the chance to join a growing, supportive team committed to making a positive impact in the lives of those we care for.

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Welcome to Warrina Homes – the quality based, boutique provider of aged care in the North Eastern Corner of Adelaide. Guided by Christian values, Warrina Homes creates and maintains a full spectrum of care that seeks to meet the client's physical, spiritual and emotional needs, as well as aiming to develop strategies that ensure a creative approach to growth and delivery of services to eligible clients.

Warrina Homes has a policy for continuous quality improvement which outlines their process for identifying, implementing and monitoring continuous improvement. Reactive improvement initiatives are identified through regular trend reports from monitoring processes such as incidents, audits, comments and complaints, 'what do you think' forms and surveys. Planned improvements and major projects are proposed through strategic planning and department head initiatives.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

Welcome to Warrina Homes – the quality based, boutique provider of aged care in the North Eastern Corner of Adelaide. Guided by Christian values, Warrina Homes creates and maintains a full spectrum of care that seeks to meet the client's physical, spiritual and emotional needs, as well as aiming to develop strategies that ensure a creative approach to growth and delivery of services to eligible clients.

Warrina Homes has a policy for continuous quality improvement which outlines their process for identifying, implementing and monitoring continuous improvement. Reactive improvement initiatives are identified through regular trend reports from monitoring processes such as incidents, audits, comments and complaints, 'what do you think' forms and surveys. Planned improvements and major projects are proposed through strategic planning and department head initiatives.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.