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 opportunity 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 maintenanceKnowledge of Aged Care industry is desirableThorough understanding of all legislative requirements pertaining to maintenance and repairs i.e.



OH&S; & Fire/EvacuationAbility to perform a wide variety of tasks including use of tools and equipmentWillingness to be contribute to after-hours maintenance requirements from time to timeExcellent communication skills and respect for residents and colleaguesPrevious experience working autonomously with limited directionBe able to make decisions about costs and priorities and documenting a full plan for work to be completedSupervise 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
Victorian drivers licenseReliable, strong work ethicValid 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 moreCommBank Workplace bankingState of the art technology to help staff work smarterStaff room facilitiesOnsite ParkingSalary sacrificing options with superannuationNovated Leasing through EnlistHESTA perks for membersAccess 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.
Apply now to work with our team at South Bunbury Community Aged Care!

📌 Gardener/Maintenance Officer - Full Time 0930 - 1730 South Bunbury Community Aged Care
🏢 For Purpose Aged Care Australia
📍 Bunbury