Assistant Maintenance Officer

Immediate Start

Great team environment

Permanent Part Time Role – Four days a week ( 8 AM– 4 PM)

About us

CraigCare is a well-established aged care provider in the community. We are committed to creating a fulfilling work environment as part of providing quality care and services for our residents.

We are currently looking for an Assistant Maintenance Officer to join us at our Moonee Ponds Home on a Part -Time basis and be a part of our growing organisation.

About the Role

You will be responsible for assisting the Maintenance officer with a variety of maintenance tasks and checks across the facility. The role will bring you into contact with our residents which will provide you the opportunity to deliver positive outcomes. You will be responsible for the preventative and corrective maintenance program as set out by our organisation. You will be required to complete day to day maintenance tasks to keep the work environment safe for residents and employees.

Qualifications & experience

Excellent interpersonal skills and empathetic communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively across a range of stakeholders both verbally and in writing

General maintenance including, but not limited to, patch & painting, minor carpentry, minor plumbing, changing of light globes, minor repairs to wheelchairs, beds and various residents equipment

Assist in overseeing compliance relating to fire safety and accreditation

Supervise external contractors

Maintain the workshop, plant rooms and store rooms in a clean and tidy manner and maintain all tools & equipment in a safe manner

Ability to operate as part of a multi-disciplinary team, promoting an engaging and inclusive Home environment

Customer service focused and committed to achieving optimal outcomes for our residents, families and organisation

Demonstrated organisational and time-management skills and the ability to prioritise effectively

Is a team player and is also able to work autonomously

Previous experience in aged care and similar highly desirable but not essential

Maintain strict confidentiality of residents, employees and visitors

Tasks & responsibilities

Ensure at all times that risks are appropriately managed and in line with policies and procedures

Identify opportunities to improve maintenance processes

Maintain all documentation as required by CraigCare’s policies and procedures

Support the Home Manager in multiple duties including regulatory compliance requirements and more

Report all incidents immediately and follow corrective action directives

Collaborate with the National Building Services Manager and other CraigCare Maintenance Officer’s to ensure processes are reviewed and improved where appropriate

What we can offer you:
A competitive remuneration package

Access to Staff Discounts and Benefits across major Retail, Hospitality and Health outlets

Access to Employee Referral Program

Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)