Maintenance Officer

Company vehicle and tools are provided as part of this role
- St Jude's are a leading organisation within the strong Disability sector
- Make a real difference in the community through your work

**About Us**
St Jude’s has been one of the more innovative and leading service providers for people with disability and psychosocial needs in Western Australia since 1982. In recent times, our organisation has been experiencing significant growth as a direct result of the quality of the services we provide. Our significant experience in service delivery is reflected through 40 years of providing quality services and maintaining the highest of standards for our clients.

**About the Role and You**
The Maintenance Officer is responsible for ensuring that the infrastructure and equipment at our supported accommodations is well maintained and presented. The role ensures compliance with all appropriate regulations and plays a key role in guaranteeing a safe environment for both clients and staff.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Undertaking general building maintenance including repairing furniture, doors, locks, curtains, lights, sinks, toilets and other equipment.
- Maintaining gardens.
- Undertaking minor painting works.
- Collecting building and maintenance materials as required.
- Undertaking scheduled maintenance as well as urgent repairs.
- Ensuring the facility is well presented at all times through regular inspections.
- Assist with the delivery of chemicals and the filling of chemical bottles.
- Maintaining adequate stock of supplies for the facility.
- Maintaining the vehicles located on site.

**Key Criteria**
- Ability to perform basic building & equipment maintenance, painting & handyman duties.
- Knowledge and ability to operate various tools used in building and equipment maintenance.
- Ability to use, monitor and repair tools/equipment to ensure safe use.
- Organise, manage time and prioritise effectively throughout the day.
- Ability to adjust and/or repair faulty/broken equipment.
- Read, interpret, and work from plans, drawings, and specifications.
- Analyse situations and act effectively.
- A beginners level of computer literacy.

**This role is being hired on a permanent full time basis and will work from Monday-Friday, 0800-1600. The role will provide services to the East Metro region of Perth. A company vehicle, as well as all required tools, will be provided to the successful person.**

**Culture & Benefits**
You will be guided and supported by our Maintenance Supervisor and join a closely connected Accommodation team. This is a glowing opportunity for you to continue your career within a large, secure sector. St Jude's is one of the most innovative and swiftly growing Disability organisations in Perth. There is the significant possibility of career progression within St Jude's.