Maintenance & Service Officer

About Us

Scouts SA is a South Australian not-for-profit organisation, with local and national impact. We inspire young people to learn new ways to build resilience, friendships and a taste for adventure. We do this by managing a diverse portfolio of businesses, which includes recycling in both South Australia and Queensland, retail, and activity centres and campsites in the Adelaide Hills and Riverland regions.

Our culture encourages teamwork in a fun environment. You’ll join a passionate team driven by our dedication to creating a positive impact within our community.

About the role:

As part of the Scouts SA Camps & Adventure Parks team, this role is based at Roonka River Adventure Park in the Riverland – just outside of Blanchetown – working Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

You will be responsible for the exemplary presentation of the site’s grounds, activities and buildings, coupled with the general upkeep of the site’s facilities and plant equipment.

A customer focused outlook is key to the position’s success, delivering a beautifully presented site combined with a strong focus of WHS practices and principals making for the best experience for all who visit.

Duties include:

• Pest control,
• Lawn care,
• Irrigation operation,
• Rubbish removal,
• General building maintenance
• Customer-facing guest services

About you: 

• The physical ability to use heavy equipment and move around the site
• Practical and fine motor skills
• Out-of-the box thinking to contribute to new processes and site improvements
• Organisational skills and the ability to multi-task
• The ability to work independently and un-supervised

Essential:

• National Police Clearance
• DCSI Working with Children Check
• Current and unrestricted Drivers Licence

Desirable:

• First Aid
• RAN Certificate (Responding to Abuse and Neglect)

Benefits:

• 20% off Goodlife Gyms
• 30% off camping and day entry at Woodhouse Adventure Park (Adelaide Hills) and Roonka River Adventure Park (Riverland)
• 20% off at Exurbia Retail
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our workplace reflects the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities.