Maintenance Officer

Employment Type: Permanent full time Location: Mercy Place Rice Village (Geelong), 7 Moylan Loop, Marshall VIC 3216 Upload with Application: Resume, cover letter, and all relevant qualifications Contact: Sally Doot | All applications must be submitted online, applications via email cannot be considered About the opportunity We are seeking a Maintenance Officer for our Seniors Living Independent Living Units in Mercy Place Rice Village (Geelong). In this role, you will report to the Retirement Village Manager and will be responsible for on‑going repairs and preventative maintenance of building, plant, equipment and furniture. You will also assist with identifying and actioning health and safety issues to provide a safe environment for residents, staff and visitors. The main purpose of this role is to ensure the safety and upkeep of the ILUs by undertaking a variety of maintenance tasks in a timely and highly competent manner. Responsibilities Responsible for grounds maintenance, on‑going repairs and preventative maintenance of building, plant, equipment and furniture. Liaising with contractors. Identifying and reporting areas for improvement. Assist with identifying and actioning health and safety issues to provide a safe environment for residents, staff and visitors. What you’ll bring You’re resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional resident‑centred care. To thrive in this role, you will have Excellent time management, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve. A compassionate, flexible and positive approach. The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment. Previous maintenance experience – Trade background / qualifications preferred but not essential. Previous experience in Aged Care or hotel environment would be advantageous. Ability to work independently and as part of the local team. Proficient computer skills, prior experience working with a computer‑based maintenance system will be advantageous. Working knowledge of Work Health and Safety standards and regulatory maintenance frameworks relating to residential aged care & Seniors Independent Living Units. Experience in managing contractors, WHS / OH&S compliance, Site inductions, understanding of HVAC systems, Essential services, Building 9C regulations, etc. Requirements You will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining: A current Police Record Check Trade‑based qualification or more than 3 years’ experience in a commercial maintenance position. Current driver’s licence. Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare? Join us and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives – and your career. Application Are you ready to apply for this role? Click Apply now Please contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process. Legal and Diversity Statements We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture. We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present. The team at Mercy Health is as wonderfully diverse as the patients, residents, clients and communities we support. We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr