Maintenance Tradesperson

**About the role**

Our dedicated Maintenance and Facilities team is professional and productive with a strong desire to contribute to the development of Cire Services. Led by an experienced Facilities Manager, the team focuses on maintaining and improving grounds and facilities for the enjoyment of Cire staff, students and the wider community. You will be joining a team that is committed to service excellence and will receive all the necessary support to ensure your success.

No two days will be the same. Duties may involve general maintenance of facilities and grounds; such as mowing, weeding, trimming, garden maintenance and pressure cleaning; through to basic plumbing, painting and minor building repairs.

This full-time, permanent position will see you based in Yarra Junction, however, some travel will be required between sites across the Yarra Ranges and Berwick. Hours are 7am to 3pm, with some flexibility as required.

**The Perks**

At Cire, we know that our employees are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that helps you keep more of your hard-earned money. With salary packaging and novated leasing, you can reduce your taxable income and put more money back in your pocket. And because we're a not-for-profit organisation, you’ll feel great knowing your work directly benefits some of the most vulnerable people in our community.

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a range of benefits that include access to EAP services, discounted childcare, and discounted courses. We also offer ongoing support and mentoring to help you grow in your career. So, if you're looking for an organisation that values its employees, come join us at Cire.

**About you**

As a qualified tradesperson or experienced maintenance worker, you will be ready to roll up your sleeves and draw on your experience and skills to maintain grounds and facilities. You will have:

- A Trade qualification (ideally carpentry, electrical, plumbing, building) or proven experience as a handyperson/maintenance worker
- Experience completing repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior of buildings
- Experience working safely with hand and power tools and maintaining grounds and gardens
- A strong work ethic and ability to work effectively as part of a small team
- A good understanding of Occupational Health and Safety legislation and safe work practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that allow you to build rapport with your stakeholders
- The ability to monitor a work order system and prioritise tasks
- Hold a valid and current Victorian Driver's License with access to a reliable car (Drivers accreditation desirable)
- Currently hold, or be willing to undertake, certifications including a Working with Children Check, Australian Right to Work Check, and National Police Check

To enjoy Cire's environment and culture, you will have a community focus, friendly personality and positive attitude. You will demonstrate our Values of Respect, Quality and Integrity. You will enjoy being an integral part of a professional team.

**What we're about**

Cire Services is a not-for-profit (NFP) organisation and one of the largest NFPs serving the diverse population of the Yarra Ranges and Casey regions, near Melbourne.

Our core services include:

- Our **Community School**, a registered independent school, providing upper primary and secondary curriculum to disengaged students in an alternative school environment;
- Cire **Early Learning**, supporting children's services for long day-care, pre-school programs, occasional care, vacation care and before and after school care;
- Cire Training, our **Registered Training Organisation** (RTO), offering accredited, pre-accredited, work skills and leisure courses; and
- Our **Community Hubs**, bringing people together to connect, learn and contribute in their local community through social, educational, recreational and support activities.

Cire Services Commitment to Child Safety
- Cire Services is committed to creating a child safe organisation where all children and young people are safe and feel safe.
- Cire Services has greater focus on safety for those children and young people who are considered more at risk to abuse and neglect.
- Cire Services actively supports and facilitates participation and inclusion of Aboriginal children, children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds (CALD), those who are unable to live at home, children with a disability and/or children from sexuality and gender diverse groups (LGBTQIA+).

**What Next?**

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact the Cire Recruitment Team on (03) 7067 6231.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday