The opportunity | Valued for the impact you make
You will support older people to remain safe, independent and comfortable in their own homes by delivering a range of property maintenance and garden services.

Working across our Home Services team, you will undertake outdoor maintenance, gardening and general handyman tasks that contribute directly to our customers' wellbeing and quality of life. From lawn mowing and hedge trimming to basic repairs and general property upkeep, your work will help create safe and welcoming home environments.

You will work independently while also being part of a supportive team, building positive relationships with customers and ensuring services are delivered safely, professionally and in line with individual service plans. Through your practical skills and commitment to customer service, you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people throughout the community.

The requirements | What it takes to do this work

- Current First Aid certificate
- Current Drivers Licence
- Reliable car with comprehensive car insurance
- Empathy and commitment to the care of older people
- Demonstrated interpersonal and written skills
- Understanding of VVHS Responsibilities
- Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised
- Committed to workplace equity
- Apply Warrigal's values of innovation, respect, compassion and integrity.
- Satisfactory police check (to be updated regularly)
- Previous aged/disability care/Gardening or handyman experience

The benefits | Recognising the difference you make

- Permanent Part Time position, 15 hours per week with opportunity for additional hours
- Hourly Rate $34.42
- Work across all service areas in the Illawarra
- Not-for-Profit salary packaging benefits, allowing you to pay up to $18,550 less tax each year




- Work that provides purpose and a genuine connection to your local community
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Supportive team environment with strong values-based leadership
- Career development pathways within a growing organisation
- 24/7 access to mental, physical, social and financial wellbeing support via the LifeWorks app

JOIN US AND BE THE DIFFERENCE

Apply now - we are reviewing applications daily!

We reserve the right to shortlist and interview upon application receipt, and this vacancy may be closed once a suitable applicant has accepted a letter of offer.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who hold current and unrestricted work rights in Australia. Warrigal is currently not offering visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia at the time of application and throughout the recruitment process.
We proudly acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live, and we honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to Country. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging.

At Warrigal, we believe in celebrating diversity and creating a culture of inclusion and support in everything we do. We embrace the unique experiences, backgrounds, identities, abilities, and perspectives of our residents, customers, staff and volunteers to create a warm and welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Realise your potential in a place where appreciation, belonging, growth and purpose allows everyone to thrive.

If there is a change we can make, so your strengths can shine throughout our recruitment process, please contact: *******@warrigal.com.au

If successful, you may be asked to do a medical, National Criminal History Check or NDIS Worker Screening Check, and provide references.

Attachments:
- Care Worker - Grade 1 PD Final.pdf

📌 Home & Garden Maintenance Officer - Home Services (Lake Illawarra)
🏢 Warrigal Care
📍 Lake Illawarra