There to care. Here for good. Aged care is so important. Some people forget that. You don't and neither do we. Because helping people is what we were born to do.We've been a leading provider of aged care in communities across South Australia since 1953. That's a long journey, and we're proud of our stability and strength.Now, we're on a mission to continue to grow and improve our services and impact, hand in hand with our fantastic team.Here, every moment matters and every client counts. And so do you.Join us as a Maintenance Officer, and be there to care. A brighter future with Helping Hand, for older people and for you. Based in the Lightsview as our invaluable Maintenance Officer, you will be accountable for the provision of essential safety, preventative and breakdown maintenance in consultation with the Property Services Department & Maintenance Team Leader. The Maintenance Officer also completes regulatory equipment checks and assists with a variety of housekeeping and support service functions to ensure optimum standards in the physical environment of the site. You'll also make an impact by:Ensuring the maintenance of external environments including sweeping of verandas, pergolas, entrances and driveways. Responding to building or equipment problems and determine degree and urgency of work and liaising with contractors. Ensuring hot water systems and plant rooms are clean and maintained in accordance with legislative requirements. Undertaking visual testing of all electrical appliances for new residents and completed relevant forms required for follow up testing and tagging.Providing assistance with other housekeeping and personal care needs as required. What you'll bring To succeed in this role, you will have:Minimum of 3 years' experience working in a building maintenance and/or fixed plant.Ability to provide clear and concise verbal and written instructions related to maintenance issues.Good verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate with a diverse range of people.Experience in the use of Microsoft desktop products such as Word, Excel and Outlook.Valid NDIS Worker Screening clearance or be willing to obtain one. You'll stand out from the crowd if you have some of the following:A trade qualification or certificate related to maintenance or trade-workExperience working with older personsPlease click the link below to view the position description:Maintenance Officer Position DescriptionSalary/Hourly Rate: $26.35 per hour plus Super Why Helping Hand? We get it - a role in aged care is more than just money. You don't do it for the pat on the back. You do it because you know it matters - and at Helping Hand, you matter, too.We truly care about how you are. Here are some of the things we hope you'll love about working with us:We are who you are Here's the thing. When good people come together, amazing things happen. At Helping Hand, you'll find real support from teammates and managers who share your values and strength. They've been in your shoes - and they'll always be just a phone call away to lend a helping hand.We are where you are As our Maintenance Officer you'll know you're contributing directly to a community you care about. And you'll see your impact on the faces of the people you're supporting.We care
