For Purpose Aged Care is seeking a full-time Gardener/Maintenance Officer to join our brand new South Bunbury residence, scheduled to open in November ****.
This position offers an exciting chance to play a key role in establishing and shaping service delivery from the ground up, while contributing to the future of For Purpose Aged Care during a period of significant change and innovation within the aged care sector.
About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Officer/Gardener to assist in maintaining the building and grounds of this brand new, state of the art building to a high standard, having regard for the comfort and wellbeing of residents and advising on replacement or repairs as required.
You will also have close support from the Maintenance Manager WA and GM Property Services.
Skills and Requirements for this Role:
To be successful in this position you will be able to demonstrate the following:
Experience in gardening, landscaping and building maintenance
Knowledge of Aged Care industry is desirable
Thorough understanding of all legislative requirements pertaining to maintenance and repairs i.e. OH&S; & Fire/Evacuation
Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks including use of tools and equipment
Willingness to be contribute to after-hours maintenance requirements from time to time
Excellent communication skills and respect for residents and colleagues
Previous experience working autonomously with limited direction




Be able to make decisions about costs and priorities and documenting a full plan for work to be completed
Supervise and monitor grounds and systems
Contribute to the support of aged care residents by providing quality service as required, and with respect to dignity and privacy.
Essential:
Valid WA drivers license
Reliable, strong work ethic
Valid police check, less than 12 months old
Preferred:
Trade Qualification e.g. Landscaping, B Grade Electrician & OHS Qualification is advantageous
Benefits & Work Culture:
As a purpose led, not-for-profit organisation, our staff's health and wellbeing are important to us.
This is why we have partnered with selected providers to offer employees a growing range of benefits that make sure they get the most out of their working and personal life.
Benefits available include:
Tax savings of up to $15,900 per year with Salary Packaging (Go Salary)
Exclusive staff discounts with JB Hi-Fi, Endota Spa and more
CommBank Workplace banking
State of the art technology to help staff work smarter
Staff room facilities
Onsite Parking
Salary sacrificing options with superannuation
Novated Leasing through Enlist
HESTA benefits for members
Access EAP - a voluntary, confidential and free counselling service
Our culture is one of collaboration and compassion.
Our leaders have the ability to create, grow and inspire their team.
We believe if our staff are happy, our residents are happy.
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📌 Gardener/Maintenance Officer - Full Time 0930 - 1730 (Bunbury)
🏢 For Purpose Aged Care
📍 Bunbury