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 2026. 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.

Pay: Above award rate at $30.39 per hour Skills And Requirements For This Role

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 key 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 South Bunbury CommunityAged Care
🏢 For Purpose Aged Care Australia
📍 Bunbury