Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) is a leading not-for-profit high-quality aged care provider. For over 50 years, our name has been trusted by the community to provide care and support services for thousands of people in over 40 locations across NSW and the ACT.
Why join us? We have a long history of providing exceptional care that empowers older people to live a full life. As a not-for-profit aged care provider, we're able to invest in providing an exceptional experience to our clients as well as support and develop our frontline staff to achieve this.
When you join us, you will be provided with a competitive rate of pay, $15,900 not-for-profit salary packaging benefits and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Maintenance professional to work within a rewarding role in Aged Care for our facility in Caves Beach.
The Role Reporting to the Area Maintenance Supervisor, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Officer role at our Retirement Aged Care facility in Caves Beach. The successful candidate will ensure that all tasks are undertaken to support service delivery outcomes including the maintenance of the property and land-based assets, plant, and equipment.
You will be responsible for providing basic general maintenance repairs (electrical & plumbing, carpentry, and building). You will also be providing gardening maintenance tasks (sweeping, hosing, keeping the outside of buildings clean and tidy, mowing lawns, hedging, and general garden maintenance). Will communicate effectively with residents, staff, and families, being empathetic and understanding of the needs of aged residents. Minimum Requirements: A current NSW Driver License. Sensitivity to the needs of the elderly in a residential care setting. Ability to work under minimum supervision. Effective communication skills both written and verbal. Basic computer skills. Understanding of workplace safety. Experience as a Maintenance Person in Aged Care or a similar industry is desirable. #J-18808-Ljbffr