Maintenance / Grounds Person

The primary focus of this position is to assist with the overall development and maintenance of buildings, grounds, plant and equipment as directed by the Team Leader Maintenance & Stores. Provision of technical advice and “hands on” services will be required and the incumbent will adopt an overall focus on planned, safe and preventative maintenance/grounds at any facility of MTHCS.

• Demonstrates developed Maintenance skills.
• Demonstrated awareness of Manual handling practices.
• Understanding of Gardening Maintenance.
• Understanding of Building Maintenance.
• Understanding of Equipment Maintenance.
• Willingness to undergo ongoing professional development, education & training.
• Developed Communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.
• Current Police Check.

• Knowledge of Building Regulations relating to the Aged Care and Health Facilities.
• Knowledge of Cleaning Standards for Victorian Public Hospitals.
• Previous experience in a trade industry.

• Contribute to the maintenance of facilities and property to an agreed standard by:
  • Maintaining equipment and performing or arranging relevant repairs and maintenance as required.
  • Performing facility maintenance programmes, including, but not limited to:
    • Repairing or replacing locks, doors, furniture, leaking taps, pumps and plumbing if the relevant qualification is held by the employee), patching holes, touch up painting etc. as it requires attention.
    • Assist with MTHCS improvements such as building renovations and refurbishment, fencing, paving, establishing gardens etc.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance programs, including the upkeep of associated records.
• Assist with supervision of all contractors whilst on site.
• Tagging and testing of all electrical items.
• Assisting with out of hours and emergency responses where required.
• Assisting the maintenance team with other duties, as requested.
• Ensuring workshop areas are kept in an orderly and tidy manner.
• Assisting in the maintenance of the motor vehicle fleet as required.
• Maintain general cleanliness and tidiness of the health service buildings and grounds.
• Where required assist with the removal of rubbish and spills.
• Maintaining maintenance services which meet all of the requirements of Essential Services legislation and MTHCS policies and procedures.
• Ensuring that work practices are efficient and cost effective, and that all resources are utilised to the optimum capacity.
• Working in collaboration with the Team Leader Maintenance & Stores and senior management team of MTHCS in developing improved processes and work practices.
• Where required supervising and providing direction and support to other environmental services staff.
• Participating in the internal and external accreditation audit programmes, ensuring records and work practices are always in compliance with MTHCS procedures and Essential Services legislation.
• Communicating positively and professionally with all employees of MTHCS, and represent MTHCS to external agencies appropriately.
• Actively participating in the annual performance appraisal process.
• To participate in the prompt and effective resolution of incident reports and corrective action requests related to maintenance services.
• Make recommendations that lead to cost savings and be “cost conscious”
• Other duties as directed.

• Prepare, maintain and improve the gardens and grounds of MTHCS, ensuring public safety and attractiveness for staff and visitors.
• To ensure watering systems are established and operating efficiently to minimise waste.
• To establish and use a register for all chemicals, fertilisers and sprays.
• Show initiative and creativity in enhancing the aesthetics and appearance of the health service.
• In conjunction with the Team Leader Maintenance & Stores undertake planning and scheduling of all grounds requirements for daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal needs etc.
• Prevention, detection and treatment of any pests, fungi and disease, which may appear on MTHCS grounds.
• Review and monitor the condition of outdoor equipment and machinery.
• Collection and disposal of rubbish and cardboard.
• Ensure gutters and downpipes are clear and working effectively.
• Participate in green strategies undertaken by MTHCS.
• To ensure that work practices are efficient and cost effective, and that all resources are utilised to the optimum capacity.
• To participate in the internal and external accreditation audit programmes, ensuring records and work practices are always in compliance with MTHCS procedures and Essential Services legislation.
• To actively participate in the annual performance appraisal process.
• To participate in the prompt and effective resolution of incident reports and corrective action requests related to environmental services.
• Other duties as directed.