- Tax-free benefit: Up to $18,549 of your income tax-free through salary packaging.
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Purposeful work: Use your skills and experience to make a meaningful difference.
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Professional development: Benefit from opportunities for career growth and skill development.
About Us
Lutheran Homes Group (LHG) is a leading not-for-profit provider of Home and Community Support, Retirement Living, and Residential Care across South Australia and Victoria. Our organisation provides services to over 2,000 residents, supported by a dedicated team of 1,500 staff and volunteers. Together, we deliver personalised care that empowers ageing Australians to live with dignity and choice. Committed to quality care, innovation, and staff development, we continue to grow and set new standards of excellence while making a positive impact on the lives of those we support.
About the Role
We are currently seeking an experienced and hands-on Maintenance Team Leader (Retirement Living) to lead the delivery of property maintenance and resident services across our Retirement Living portfolio. This role is responsible for coordinating high-quality, timely and cost-effective maintenance and repair across homes, common areas and grounds, while ensuring services meet legislated and regulatory standards, contractual obligations and resident needs.
You will oversee day-to-day team workloads, provide leadership and support to Maintenance Officers and Gardeners, and help ensure preventative and reactive maintenance programs are delivered safely and efficiently. Working closely with residents, contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will act as a trusted point of contact for property-related requests, coordinate work orders and contractor performance, and help maintain safe, well-presented and functional environments across the portfolio.
Key responsibilities include:
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Lead day-to-day delivery of property maintenance and resident services across Retirement Living homes, common areas and grounds
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Oversee team workloads, providing direction, guidance and support to Maintenance Officers and Gardeners
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Manage preventative and reactive maintenance schedules, including grounds and seasonal programs
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Coordinate contractors, suppliers, work orders and minor hands-on maintenance to ensure work is completed safely, on time and within budget
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Act as the primary contact for resident maintenance and property-related requests, responding promptly and professionally
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Conduct regular inspections to identify defects, hazards and continuous improvement opportunities
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Ensure compliance with WHS, legislative, contractual and organisational requirements, including safe maintenance of plant, equipment and building systems
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Maintain accurate records, inspection reports, service logs, purchase orders and maintenance documentation in relevant systems
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Provide high-quality customer service by following through on resident enquiries, complaints and urgent issues, and keeping residents informed of progress
About You
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Trade qualifications and/or equivalent practical experience in maintenance, property or facilities services
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Strong experience in facilities or property maintenance, ideally within aged care, retirement living, hospitality or healthcare
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Demonstrated people leadership experience, including team coordination, coaching and performance support
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Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to work respectfully with residents, contractors and stakeholders
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Ability to prioritise team workload, respond to urgent issues and balance coordination with hands-on operational support
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Sound understanding of WHS requirements, contractor management and safe maintenance practices
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Strong organisation, problem-solving and record-keeping skills, with confidence using maintenance systems and digital tools
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Confidence using tools and equipment safely, with the physical ability to undertake the practical requirements of the role
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A current Australian driver’s licence and willingness to travel as required; participation in an on-call roster may be required
Candidates may be subject to a pre-employment medical assessment with the successful candidate requiring current NDIS worker clearance. In accordance with current health guidelines for the aged care sector, candidates are encouraged to have all recommended vaccinations.
Why Lutheran Homes Group?
At our organisation, you’ll enjoy a supportive team environment with ample opportunities for growth as we continue to expand. We believe in fostering a professional yet fun culture where every team member is valued. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact while growing in your career, this role offers the perfect balance.
To apply or to see a detailed position description, please click ‘Apply Now’ or for further information please contact recruitment on [email protected]
Applications close Friday 21 August 2026 5pm
Candidates may be shortlisted and interviewed prior to the closing date so apply today!
Please note we are not accepting recruitment agency applications at this time.
