Roving Maintenance Officer - NSW

Help maintain exceptional aged care communities where residents feel safe, comfortable and at home.

Are you an experienced maintenance professional who enjoys variety, travel and problem-solving? Aeralife is seeking a dedicated Roving Maintenance Officer to support our Recent South Wales residences and ensure our facilities, equipment and grounds are maintained to the highest standards.

This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple communities, making a meaningful impact on resident wellbeing by creating safe and welcoming environments every day.

Why Join Aeralife NSW?

- Work across a growing network of aged care residences throughout NSW
- Competitive remuneration package
- Travel support provided
- Supportive and team-oriented management team
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Stable employment with a respected aged care provider
- Rewarding role making a difference in residents' lives

The Opportunity

As a Roving Maintenance Officer, you will provide practical maintenance support and leave coverage across Aeralife's New South Wales residences. Working closely with each Residence Manager and supported by the Maintenance Manager, you will help keep our buildings, grounds, equipment and plant safe, functional and well maintained.

Your focus will be on getting things done: completing general repairs, preventative maintenance, grounds maintenance, audits, basic compliance tasks, contractor liaison and site support. This role suits someone who enjoys being on the tools, moving between sites and solving practical problems.

What We Offer

- Grow Your Own Staff Referral Program – earn rewards for referring quality candidates to join our team
- Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities to support your career growth
- A positive, inclusive and highly supportive workplace culture built on our values of Passion, Innovation, Empathy and Respect
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential wellbeing and counselling support for you and your immediate family
- Salary packaging benefits to help maximise your take-home pay
- Novated leasing and vehicle financing options
- Discounted private health insurance




- Exclusive employee discounts and lifestyle benefits including travel, holidays, technology, electronics, home appliances and home essentials through our Aeralife Benefit Partners Program
- Staff values and service awards that celebrate individual and team achievements

About Aeralife NSW

Aeralife's New South Wales communities provide a diverse range of aged care environments across metropolitan and regional locations. From the elegant surroundings of Botany, the peaceful natural setting of Illawong, and the bushland outlook of Kingswood, to the culturally rich communities of Pennant Hills and The Manor, and the welcoming multicultural environment of Queanbeyan, you'll play a key role in supporting homes where residents feel safe, connected and valued.

Key Responsibilities

You will:

- Provide roving maintenance support and leave coverage across New South Wales residences.
- Complete general repairs, painting, minor improvements and day-to-day maintenance tasks.
- Complete basic grounds maintenance activities including mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, garden upkeep and maintaining outdoor areas to a safe and presentable standard.
- Conduct preventative maintenance checks, site audits and quality inspections.
- Assist with resident room set-up, presentation and turnaround.
- Monitor equipment, tools, chemicals and maintenance supplies to ensure they are used safely.
- Maintain maintenance records, asset information and schedules as required.
- Support fire safety, test and tag, asbestos register and other compliance requirements within the scope of the role.
- Coordinate with approved contractors, support inductions and monitor work being completed on site.
- Obtain quotes for approved maintenance works when requested.
- Promote safe work practices and promptly report hazards or maintenance risks.




- Build positive working relationships with site teams, residents and families through respectful, reliable service.

About You

You are a dependable maintenance all-rounder who enjoys hands-on work, travel between sites and helping keep aged care homes running smoothly. You take pride in doing practical work well, communicate respectfully, follow safe work practices and are comfortable working independently while staying connected with site teams and managers.

To Be Successful, You Will Have

- Experience in general maintenance, facilities support, handyman work, grounds maintenance or a similar hands-on role.
- Confidence completing basic repairs, painting, room set-ups and practical maintenance tasks.
- A trade background or qualification in building, carpentry, painting or a related area is desirable but not essential.
- A strong safety mindset and understanding of safe work practices.
- Good problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritise tasks across different sites.
- Clear, respectful communication skills with residents, families, contractors and team members.
- Basic computer literacy and willingness to use maintenance systems.
- Ability and willingness to travel between Aeralife residences across New South Wales.
- Current Australian Driver Licence.
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain one.
- Full Australian working rights.
- COVID-19 vaccination status is highly recommended.

About Aeralife

Aeralife is a proudly Australian-owned aged care provider with more than 20 years of experience delivering high-quality residential aged care services. Our commitment to Passion, Innovation, Empathy and Respect guides everything we do and supports our mission of creating communities where residents feel valued, respected and connected.

Apply Now

If you are looking for a practical, maintenance role where your work directly supports the comfort, safety and presentation of aged care homes, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your Resume and Cover Letter via the Apply Now link.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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