Maintenance Officer

Buckland is a quality provider of Aged Care services situated in Springwood in the Lower Blue Mountains NSW. We are a well-established non-for-profit organisation and are well respected in our community. At Buckland, it is our mission to provide respectful and dignified care and services that acknowledge the value of all our residents.

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Officer to join our team on a part-time or full-time basis. In this role, you will attend to maintenance duties within our Nursing Home. 

Our ideal candidate will ensure the provision of a well-maintained, clean and safe environment for our residents, staff and visitors. You will have knowledge and skill in maintaining property and grounds, with the ability to maintain records in relation to work undertaken in accordance with work health and safety requirements.   

The ideal candidate will:

• Have maintenance experience in a hospitality or accommodation setting – desirable but not essential
• Have knowledge and skill in maintaining property and groundskeeping
• Be willing to undertake work in all areas of the aged care facility
• Deliver quality service to a high standard within the timeframes set
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team
• Have good communication and interpersonal skills
• Have sound computer skills
• Knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety principles
• Demonstrate respect for the elderly
• Have their own transport or live locally
• Have a positive “can do” attitude

Duties of the position: 

• Undertake general day to day maintenance repair’s, general operation of buildings, service hardware and equipment
• Ensure all maintenance duties are completed in a safe manner by following the appropriate policies and procedures
• Ensure that repairs and maintenance of equipment used in resident care and common areas is undertaken in a timely manner
• Work co-operatively with other members of the care and maintenance team
• When required, oversee and coordinate any required contractors working on site
• Report to the Facility Manager and take direction as required
• Complete preventative and corrective maintenance programs and ensure the records are kept up to date

What we offer at Buckland:

• Payrate: $28.53 p/hour
• Salary Sacrifice options available
• Buckland Rewards Program - multiple discounts and cashback rewards at over 100+ retailers
• A great working environment with supportive management 
• On-going learning and development opportunities 

In order to be considered for employment in the Aged Care sector, candidates are required to obtain a NDIS Workers Clearance prior to employment. You will also be required to have the COVID-19 vaccination (incl booster) in accordance with government directions.  

This is the opportunity you have been waiting for. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Please note: Only successful candidates will be contacted.