Maintenance Officer

Location - Sydenham VIC
- Job Type - Full time
- Job Position - Maintenance Officer
- Position Close Date - 9 February 2025

Having experience in Maintenance role and willing to make an impact in the lives of vulnerable people. This position can be the right fit for you.

At **Aeralife Watergardens**, you’ll be part of a team that enables a secure and connected community. The home features a cinema, library, and alfresco barbecue areas for residents and families to enjoy. Our prime location offers the convenience of shopping, dining, and enjoying leisure activities like movies and coffee outings together. Join us and work in an environment where you can contribute to creating a vibrant, engaging community for our residents while thriving in a supportive team atmosphere

The Maintenance Officer is responsible to provide acceptable standards of maintenance services, equipment, building and landscaping at Aeralife Watergardens.

Reporting directly to the Residence Manager you will be responsible for;
- Full time (Monday to Friday).
- Carry out minor repairs and maintenance.
- Ensure all passive and active fire systems are maintained in working order and certified to meet the requirements of the certification instruments of the Aged Care Act 1997 and the Building Fire Safety Regulations.
- Purchase of supplies and materials
- Ensure all tools and equipment are in good and safe working order
- Ensure tools, equipment and any chemicals used to complete your tasks are monitored for resident safety at all times.
- Review and report any building damage
- Maintain an asset and condemned property register across Aeralife
- Provide assistance to induct contractors and complete associated paperwork as required
- Assist with room set up to ensure rooms are in excellent condition prior to resident admission
- Test and tag all electrical equipment as per legislation

**At Aeralife, you’ll enjoy**
- Above Award Rates
- “Grow Your Own” Staff Referral Program (Opportunity to earn extra $$$$)
- Ongoing professional development
- A positive and supportive workplace culture
- Employee Assistance & Well Being Program
- Discounts and Benefits through our Rewards Program, including vehicle financing through novated leasing, salary packaging work related expenses and superannuation
- Discounted Private Health Insurance

**What you will bring**
- Demonstrated relevant work experience in a similar role, preferably possessing a certificate in building work such as carpentry or joinery
- The ability and competency to use a wide range of equipment and tools
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) appropriate to work within a culturally diverse aged care environment
- Strong organisational skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise competing tasks, meet deadlines and work under pressure
- Ability to use a computer and relevant software
- An understanding of and commitment to compliance of WH&S legislative requirements
- Current NDIS Workers Screening Check
- Current Covid-19 Vaccinations
- highly recommended.

**About Us**

As a proudly Australian and independently owned provider with over 20 years of experience, Aeralife specialise in premium residential aged care. Our mission is to enable a safe, nurturing community that delights our diverse residents, families, and staff.

With homes across Victoria and New South Wales, Aeralife communities are a shining example of our innovative and holistic approach to aged care. Our dedicated teams, driven by passion and empathy, are committed to creating deep connections with residents, ensuring a meaningful approach to caregiving.

Aeralife communities are more than just places to live - they are homes where residents find belonging, comfort, and safety. We celebrate each resident’s unique journey and provide a vibrant, supportive environment that meets their physical, spiritual, and emotional needs. Join us in shaping a new era of care and making a real difference in the lives of those we serve
- Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume._