Maintenance Worker

Bethanie, Western Australia's leading not for profit aged care and retirement living provider, has been warmly welcoming and caring for seniors for over 65 years. We strive to lead the change in the way Australians think about ageing, recognising 'old age' as a positive force in society and giving a voice to those who have seen it all and live to tell the tale.

We currently have an opportunity for a **Maintenance Worker** to fill an integral part of the team at **Bethanie Kingsley Aged Care Home**. Bethanie Kingsley is a **37-bed aged-care home** located in the northern suburb of Kingsley.

The role is responsible for ensuring the buildings, plant and equipment and other assets are maintained in a serviceable and safe condition. Your role could vary from testing & tagging out equipment; minor painting and plaster repairs; basic plumbing repairs and general labouring duties. You will use an iPad for logging and completing works in our maintenance system so it's important that you have basic computer literacy for these tasks.

As a Maintenance / Handy person, you will support our Facility Manager and residents with maintenance services across our aged care home. This rewarding position will fulfil your interest in providing a supportive and compassionate service and giving something back to the community.

This is a **permanent part-time** role **(15 hours per week)** working Tuesday and Thursdays between the hours of **7:30am - 3:30pm**

**To be successful in this role you will have the following attributes**:

- Have a broad range of general maintenance skills, across both building and equipment
- Respond quickly and effectively to maintenance requests
- Have previous experience managing planned and reactive tasks
- Maintain adequate records of all maintenance performed
- Maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition
- Takes initiative and has a 'can do' attitude
- Experience in general property maintenance

**Essential Criteria**:

- Current A-class drivers' licence
- Previous experience in an Aged Care facility - desirable
- Current Covid and Flu Vaccinations are required
- Ability to communicate with staff and care recipients
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as to work independently
- Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health requirements
- Literacy and numeracy skills appropriate to perform the role
- Basic computer skills.
- Willingness to uphold the Mission, Vision and Values of The Bethanie Group

**Working with Bethanie**

At Bethanie we are committed to being an employer of choice by creating a supportive and compassionate environment for our people, customers and residents.

In 2020, 81% of staff said they were engaged and enjoyed working at Bethanie, and 93% of customers said they were satisfied with Bethanie's services, with a strong willingness to recommend Bethanie's services to others. We are extremely proud of these results and believe it demonstrates our commitment creating a positive environment for our people and our customers.

As well as being part of a stimulating and nurturing work environment, you will also have access to the following benefits:

- Salary Packaging up to $15,899 per annum. Salary Packaging allows you to pay for your expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out. Pay less tax, and your take home pay increases
- Banking, insurance and retail discounts and benefits
- Rewarding career with a supportive culture
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements

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