Area Maintenance Officer

1 day ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Y Ballarat Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Join the Y Team

At the Y, we believe in the power of inspired young people. We offer a wide range of programs and services to over 100 communities across Victoria, including rural and remote areas. We currently have more than 700 staff across the state and are continually growing and developing our passionate team.

With over 93 services across Victoria (and growing), Y Kinders is the largest Early Years Management provider in the state. Our operations include kindergartens, early learning centres, and before- and after-school care.

Our dedicated Y Ballarat Youth Team is committed to supporting and empowering our young people in Ballarat and surrounding communities. As passionate youth workers, they believe in the power of inspired young people and understand the importance of providing fun, safe, accessible, and inclusive programs, spaces, and events.

About the role:

As our Area Maintenance Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our Kinder facilities are safe, welcoming, and well-maintained. In this hands-on role, you'll service multiple Y Kinder sites within a designated area—maintaining external grounds and assisting with general internal maintenance to ensure each site remains in excellent condition.

Some of your core duties will include:

  • Implement a maintenance regime that ensures all sites are kept well-maintained
  • Plan and execute routine and corrective maintenance tasks across all areas, from kinder rooms to outdoor spaces, ensuring our spaces are safe, welcoming, and maintained to the highest standards.
  • In conjunction with the Facilities Maintenance Officer, coordinate the monthly, quarterly and annual maintenance schedules using internal and external resources as deemed necessary.
  • Coordinate and manage external contractors on maintenance jobs that require special expertise.
  • Work independently and as part of a broader team, ensuring a high standard of service and facility.

What do you need to be successful – "The Essentials"

  • Qualified tradesman e.g. Electrician, Plumber, Carpenter, Building, Air-conditioning or Painting (desirable).
  • An appreciation and understanding of the not-for-profit sector.
  • Own vehicle, trailer and tools required.
  • Travel allowance provided.
  • Current unrestricted driver's license
  • Extensive experience working as a handyperson/maintenance officer/trade.
  • Ability to demonstrate to complete gardening and maintenance tasks
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, and codes of practice.
  • Willing and able to work flexible hours as determined by the business requirements.
  • Completion of the Y's Safeguarding Online training.
  • Current Employee Working with Children Check and National Police Check.

Interested?

Ready to take the next step in your career? Don't miss this opportunity — apply now and join a team where your skills will shine and your impact will be valued.

For a confidential chat, feel free to contact Renee Collins (Business Services Manager) at

We're reviewing applications as they come in and will begin interviews immediately — so don't wait for the closing date to apply.

Y Ballarat, including our Board of Directors are committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding Children and Young People frameworks.

Y Ballarat requires all applicants to undergo checks prior to commencement including, police checks, international police checks, WWCC and reference checks as a minimum.

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