Maintenance & Grounds Officer Retirement Living
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance & Grounds Officer who is committed to maintaining the safety, functionality, and appearance of our facility through proactive maintenance and repair work.
Location: Zion Retirement Living, Gympie - QLD
Employment Type: Part-time (45 hrs fortnight)
Remuneration: $31.11/hour
About The Role:
In this hands-on role, you’ll manage the day-to-day maintenance of buildings, gardens, and grounds, ensuring everything is safe, tidy, and well-kept.
Key responsibilities include:
- General maintenance and upkeep of lawns, gardens, and common areas
- Common area cleaning required
- Performing scheduled preventative maintenance
- Identifying and reporting new risks while working to minimise existing ones.
- Undertaking administrative tasks related to maintenance operations.
- Managing external contractors and minor building projects
- Using equipment and materials safely and responsibly
- Your work will help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
- Gardening experience essential
About You:
- Experience in commercial maintenance and groundskeeping within an aged care setting or a similar environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow safety procedures and preventative maintenance schedules
- A team player with a proactive attitude, proven ability to demonstrate a customer service focus.
- Valid Police Check or NDIS clearance and Queensland Driver’s Licence
Why Choose Us?
- Salary Packaging Benefits: take home more pay (up to $15,900 tax-free + $2,650 meals & entertainment).
- Discounts: on Health Cover, Energy, Appliances, Holidays, and more.
- Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing support.
- Fitness Passport – Stay active with discounted gym memberships for you and your family.
- Ongoing Training & Development opportunities to grow your career
About Us:
Lutheran Services is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support to communities across Queensland. With 12 residential aged care facilities under our stewardship, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents while upholding our values of compassion, integrity, and excellence.
Part of Lutheran Services, Zion Retirement Living in Gympie is well known in the local community and our residents and staff enjoy a fantastic place to live and work. Join our team. Love what you do and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
Apply Now:
Complete the application form and attach your resume. For a copy of the position description, please click here.
