Maintenance & Services 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 Camps & Adventure Parks in the Adelaide Hills, Riverland and Eyre Peninsula 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.

Woodhouse Adventure Park is a leader in youth activity and maintains high brand recognition within family, corporate, social and education communities. 

About the role:

Starting as a casual position, 4 week days per week.

• Together with paid and volunteer maintenance crew, the Maintenance and Services Officer will be responsible for the exemplary presentation of Woodhouse coupled with the general upkeep of the site’s facilities and plant equipment.
• The role will be focused on providing a safe and secure experience for all visitors through a high level of maintenance and grounds keeping expertise.
• 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 Woodhouse.
• Ensuring all guest requirements and urgent works are met immediately, while attending to daily works list and preventative maintenance.
• Assessing and acting upon general maintenance and cleanliness of the site, including; rubbish removal, litter, building cleanliness, windows, toilets, kitchens etc.
• Ensuring presentation of the site facilities and grounds meets the high expectations of the visitors and organisation, keeping visitor presentation and aesthetics in mind at all times

Why you want this job:

• Your office will be 54 hectares of undulating countryside in the stunning Adelaide Hills (just 10 minutes up the South Eastern freeway)
• Your goal is to provide the best possible guest experience by enhancing the visual presentation of the grounds and facilities
• Your team mates are an eclectic bunch of experts in their fields and outdoor enthusiasts, all working towards a common goal: To be the leader in unique accommodation and adventure learning.

About you:

• An energetic and friendly and welcoming nature
• Organisational skills and the ability to multi-task
• Extraordinary customer service values and impeccable attention to detail
• Physical ability to use heavy equipment
• In-depth understanding of grounds and vegetation maintenance.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.
• Understanding of WHS expectations associated with large scale site management and visitor management.

Essential Requirements for the role (arranged and paid for by Scouts SA for successful applicant, if not already obtained):

• National Police Clearance
• Working with Children Check
• Pre-Employment Medical
• Relevant accreditation and training courses completed (Chainsaw Operation and Maintenance)
• HLTAID003 Provide First Aid

EmployeeBenefits:

• 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

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