Maintenance Officer

**The Opportunity**:
The Maintenance Officer is responsible for undertaking maintenance duties across the Newcastle Anglican property portfolio. Including, but not limited to, repairs, painting, equipment servicing, minor construction and alteration works, and general handyman duties covering both internal and external building maintenance and grounds.
This is a Full Time Permanent vacancy.
Why Work for us?
Up to 40% on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools
Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)
Discounted private health insurance through Medibank
Career and development opportunities - we want you to flourish
Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program
Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program
14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner leave.
**Role & Responsibilities**:
The work carried out by the Property Maintenance officer will include:
Carry out works for high pressure cleaning, cleaning gutters, replacing light bulbs, gardening, replacing washer in taps, etc.
Regular site visits to each property and regular overtime and after-hours work may be required.
Required to provide advice to the Property Team on future maintenance requirements for each property.
Management of contractors as required who are performing maintenance on Newcastle Anglican properties.
Contributing to property specific strategic planning and team operational planning, policy and procedure development, compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements, managing work systems and ensuring effective team functioning
Undertake all administrative work associated with regulatory compliance and other property work, specifically providing up to date source data for reporting and accounting purposes.
**What we are looking for**:
You are a self-starter who is motivated and uses initiative while being respectful in all aspects of your role. You are a problem solver who communicates effectively and are passionate about delivering on your commitments. You take pride in the work you carry out and are committed to a safe workplace culture. You can work well collaboratively but also, at times autonomously. You will also have a strong compliance background
Current drivers’ licence
Relevant demonstrated experience in an associated trade / general maintenance works.
Experience in the operational side of property management.
Experience working with a diverse range of people, specifically those with a disability.
Demonstrated competence in programmed, reactive and preventative maintenance.
Who we are?
Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.
We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.
Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.
Must have full working rights