About the role – Casual Opportunity (15–22 hours per week)
The Grounds and Maintenance Officer plays an important role in keeping BaptistCare’s Adventure Campsites safe, welcoming, and well-maintained. This hands-on role involves caring for grounds, buildings, vehicles, and equipment through scheduled maintenance, repairs, and general upkeep. Your work will help create positive outdoor experiences where people can connect with themselves, others, God, and the natural world.
About you:
You’re a practical, reliable, and proactive person who takes pride in maintaining safe, welcoming, and well-presented environments. You enjoy working hands-on, solving problems, and managing tasks independently while also contributing positively as part of a team. With strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality, you bring a safety-focused approach and a genuine desire to support positive experiences for everyone who visits our campsites.
You will also have the following skills and experience:
- Year 12 Certificate or equivalent.
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Experience in grounds maintenance, facilities maintenance, or a similar hands-on role
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Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to complete repairs and maintenance tasksAbility to work independently, plan tasks, and manage priorities effectively
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Knowledge of safe work practices and workplace health and safety requirements
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Good communication skills and the ability to work with staff, contractors, and visitors
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Experience using maintenance equipment, vehicles, trailers, or small machinery is desirable
Why work with us?
BaptistCare offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself.
You’ll also receive:
- A competitive salary on the Fitness Industry Award (Grade 5) + super
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Salary Packaging: Access up to $15,900 tax-free, plus $2,650 annually via Meal and Entertainment Card, and novated vehicle leasing.
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A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance
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Free counselling for you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program Support cultural and community obligations, including up to five days Paid Cultural
About us
BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing. We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again. That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing Date is subject to change without notice.
All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks as part of our commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people.
BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.
Recruitment Agencies Please note: This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Thank you.
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