About Us

At Fairview Village, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care in a compassionate and inclusive environment. Located just a 35-minute drive from Pakenham and Moe, Fairview has been a trusted provider of comprehensive Home Care Services in Gippsland since 1956. We are committed to delivering consistent, high-quality support to our clients as their needs change, helping them remain independent and comfortable in their own homes.

About the Role
We are looking for a reliable, hands-on Maintenance Officer/Gardener to assist across both our residential aged care facility and our Support at Home community clients. The position is currently offered on a part-time basis, 4 days per week, with the prospect to transition to full-time in the future.

This is a diverse role that combines maintenance and gardening services, delivered directly to clients’ homes and within our organisation. You will play an important role in ensuring safe, well-maintained environments that support the well-being, independence, and dignity of older Australians.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance (Facility-Based):

- Perform general repairs and preventative maintenance

- Maintain buildings, equipment, and grounds to a high standard

- Identify and report maintenance issues and safety risks

- Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety standards

Gardening & Support at Home (Community-Based):

- Provide gardening services to clients in their homes (mowing, pruning, weeding,



yard tidy-ups)

- Support safe, accessible outdoor environments for older people

- Work independently across multiple client locations

- Report hazards or client concerns to the care team

- Maintain accurate records of services delivered

About You

You are practical, trustworthy, and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team. You take pride in your work and understand the importance of respectful service delivery in aged care settings.

To be successful, you will have:

- Experience in general maintenance and/or gardening

- Ability to work independently in community settings

- Strong awareness of safety and risk management

- Good communication and interpersonal skills

- A current driver’s licence

- A genuine interest in supporting older people

Desirable

- Experience in aged care, disability, or community services

- Understanding of Support at Home or similar programs

Why Join Us?

- A supportive work environment with ongoing training and career development opportunities

- Generous salary packaging benefits, including options for general living expenses and meal entertainment

- A thorough orientation process, hands-on supervision, and a buddy program to support you

- Access to our Employee Assistance Program, offering confidential counselling for personal, work, or financial concerns

- A varied and meaningful role where you can make a real difference

📌 Maintenance Officer | Aged Care & Community Services (Traralgon)
🏢 Fairview Village
📍 Traralgon