Introduction:
Kalyra Retirement Living
Kalyra has been supporting South Australians for 130 years! We take pride in delivering outstanding service and care through Residential Aged Care, In-Home Support, Retirement Living and Affordable Housing. We exist so that people can live in communities where they feel they belong, enhancing their living. When you join Kalyra, you join a team that makes having a career in Aged Care fun, inspiring and rewarding – it’s different here!
As a Maintenance & Grounds Officer (Belair), you will maintain buildings, equipment and gardens at Kalyra Retirement Living Belair, performing preventative and corrective repairs to keep the village safe, tidy and welcoming.
Description:
About the Role
Kalyra is a trusted, values-driven organisation dedicated to supporting older Australians to live fulfilling, independent lives within their communities. As a Maintenance & Grounds Officer (Belair) you will undertake regular, corrective and preventative maintenance to ensure the appearance and condition of the buildings, plant, equipment and grounds of Kalyra are of a quality standard and provide a safe environment for our residents, staff and visitors. You will maintain the grounds and gardens of Kalyra to provide a comfortable and safe environment for our residents, staff and visitors.
Participation in the Kalyra Maintenance Service out of hours roster is a requirement of the role (approximately four times per year).
This is a permanent full-time position based from Kalyra Retirement Living’s Belair office. Joining Kalyra means becoming part of a supportive team that values respect, integrity, and excellence, while offering opportunities for professional growth and development in a truly rewarding role.
Key Responsibilities
As a valued member of our Kalyra Retirement Living team in Belair, as Maintenance & Grounds Officer you will:
Ensure maintenance and gardening services are delivered according to relevant legislation and best practice industry standards.
Deliver maintenance and gardening services effectively, efficiently, and within established budget and referring to the Village Manager for ‘out of budget’ requests.
Identify and make recommendations for opportunities and themes for continuous improvement.
Adhere to organisational policies, procedures and values to enable the achievement of strategic goals.
Ensure regular reports of and administrative duties are completed, while making recommendations for change to the Village Manager.
Maintain a safe working environment and to cease work/activity immediately if work is in breach of safety policies and procedures.
Engage in safe work practices, following safety policies and procedures.
Skills and Experiences:
Experience, Skills & Knowledge
We’re looking for someone who brings:
Ability to work effectively as a team member with the ability to solve problems independently.
Ability to demonstrate understanding of and communicate effectively with older people.
Ability to safely operate garden machinery and other maintenance tools.
Knowledge and understanding of plants, pest management and chemical handling.
Ability to prioritise workloads, demonstrate flexibility and achieve outcomes within specified time frames
Basic computer literacy.
Working knowledge of Work Health Safety Act and regulations and their application in the workplace.
Experience in providing gardening, grounds and maintenance services in a Retirement Village environment is desirable.
Experience in a building or trade related area is desirable.
Working knowledge of building and allied trades in relation to maintenance activities is desirable.
Qualifications
Current Drivers Licence.
Current national police certificate or be willing to complete a criminal history check.
Certificate II or III in Horticulture is desirable.
Why Kalyra?
At Kalyra, we’re committed to making lives better - and that includes yours. More than a team, we’re a family where you’ll always find a listening ear and support when you need it. You’ll also be empowered by genuine leaders who help you create the life and career you want, with ongoing training and opportunities to progress.
On top of that, here are just some of the tangible benefits you’ll find at Kalyra:
Tool and laundry allowance, with uniform supplied.
Increased take-home pay by up to $15,899 with salary packaging, plus a tax- free meal and entertainment card worth up to $2,650.
Working hours are Monday to Friday 7:56 AM to 4:00 PM
Annual “thank you” dinner, plus an end-of-year celebration with a gift of appreciation.
Employee assistance and wellbeing programs, including confidential counselling, free vaccinations, onsite physiotherapy for all staff and free participation in community events.
Ready to Apply?
Join Kalyra and be part of a supportive, values-driven team where your skills as a Maintenance & Grounds Officer will be recognised and valued. Take the next step in your career and help empower clients to live independently in their own homes—submit your application today and make a positive impact with Kalyra.
