At Columbia Aged Care, we believe a true home is built on safety, dignity, and compassion. In this role, you will do much more than fix repairs. you will create a comfortable, secure space where our senior residents thrive.

Based in Chatswood, you will play a vital role as both a hands‑on Maintenance Officer and our facility Chief Fire Warden. You will be responsible for overall improvement and maintenance of the facility to deliver positive outcomes for residents.

If you bring a solid trade background, an eye for detail, and a genuine heart for helping others, this is a place where your work will make a meaningful impact every day.

What You’ll Do

- Maintain a safe, and homely environment for our residents by keeping our facility, grounds, and resident rooms in top shape through proactive inspections and timely repairs.
- Lead Emergency Preparedness by acting as Chief Fire Warden by coordinating fire drills, maintaining safety equipment, and keeping emergency plans up to date.
- Solve Daily Technical needs by completing hands‑on work across minor plumbing, basic electrical tasks, carpentry, patching, and painting.
- Manage external contractors Partners: Coordinate specialized contractors (HVAC, lifts, major works) to ensure jobs are completed safely and smoothly.
- Proactively report maintenance issues to Facility Manager, and maintain up-to-date records of all maintenance activities.
- Manage and monitor maintenance budget allocations in consultation with management.
- Champion compliance by ensuring external contractors provide the required licences, insurances and compliance documentation before commencing work.
- Uphold safety standards by ensuring all work aligns with Work Health & Safety (WHS)



regulations and Aged Care Quality Standards.

What You Bring

- Hands‑on trade experience and proven background in facility maintenance or a handyperson role, backed by a relevant trade qualification.
- Strong competency across minor plumbing, basic electrical tasks, carpentry, patching, and painting.
- Solid understanding of WHS legislation and Aged Care Quality Standards (especially Standard 5: Service Environment).
- A genuine passion for supporting seniors, combined with excellent communication skills to build rapport with residents and families.
- Licences & Clearances:
- Valid unrestricted NSW Driver’s Licence.
- Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (or Aged Care Worker Screening).
- First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
- NSW Chief Fire Warden certification (or willingness to obtain).

Why Columbia Aged Care?

At Columbia, we believe our people are our biggest asset. We provide a values‑driven, inclusive environment supported by an engaging leadership team. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

- A highly competitive salary reflective of your leadership level.
- Access to our state‑of‑the‑art EAP and medical support provider.
- Exclusive discounts on private health insurance and banking products.
- An array of everyday retail and lifestyle discounts through our perks provider.
- A genuine commitment to your own continued professional development and career growth.

Columbia is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect.

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📌 Maintenance Officer (Surry Hills)
🏢 Columbia Aged Care
📍 Surry Hills