Maintenance Officer/Gardener

Progress with purpose at one of Australia's largest health care providers

Get ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environment

Make a meaningful difference each day by creating a safe, welcoming, and beautiful environment for our aged care residents.

About the role

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Maintenance Officer / Gardener to join our team on a permanent part-time basis (Tuesdays and Fridays, 8:00am–4:00pm). This role supports our full-time Maintenance Officer by assisting with general maintenance, repairs, and gardening tasks around our aged care facility, and provides coverage during periods of leave. You'll help ensure the facility and grounds are safe, well-presented, and enjoyable for our residents, staff, and visitors. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your practical skills in a caring environment and contribute to the comfort and wellbeing of our residents.

Your main duties will include:

Carry out general maintenance and repair tasks across the facility to ensure a safe, functional, and well-presented environment.

Maintain gardens and outdoor areas, including mowing, pruning, planting, and general upkeep to create pleasant spaces for residents and visitors.

Support the full-time Maintenance Officer with daily tasks and provide coverage during periods of leave to ensure continuity of maintenance services.

About you

Hands-on and practical, with experience in general maintenance, gardening, or a similar role.

Reliable and self-motivated, able to work independently and manage tasks effectively across two set days per week.

Safety-conscious, with a strong understanding of safe work practices and attention to detail.

Friendly and respectful, with a genuine interest in contributing to a positive environment for older residents.

Flexible and team-oriented, willing to support the full-time Maintenance Officer and step in during periods of leave.

For further information please contact Julie Sutton, Home Manager on

Why work for Calvary?

At Calvary, our staff matter.

With over 130 years' experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.

Your benefits:

NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships

Paid parental leave

Training, development pathways and career opportunities

Flexible hours that make sense for you

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.