Handyman\u002FMaintenance Officer

• Award winning and innovative Aged Care Provider, including recipient of XRef Engage’s “Best Workplace” and “Change Champion” Awards 2023

• Supportive team environment 

• Wellbeing initiatives plus Employee Rewards and Recognition Programs

• Daily staff meals 

• NFP salary packaging along with generous leave entitlements

• 3 month fixed term contract in Hunters Hill

Montefiore is seeking a maintenance officer/handyperson to become an integral part of their cohesive maintenance team in Hunters Hill. This is a 3 month fixed term contract.

The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and empathy for older people, be able to juggle many tasks at once and have the ability to prioritise jobs. Previous experience in a similar role within aged care, retirement villages or building works would be highly advantageous. A formal trade qualification is preferred. 

Some of the key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Provide transport services and maintenance of building, equipment and furnishings in accordance with legislative requirements
• Providing maintenance services including
  • basic carpentry repairs
  • replacing fluorescent light tubes and globes
  • replacing tap and cistern washers
  • clearing drains
  • furniture removal
  • function set ups
  • responsible for pool water testing
  • cleaning of BBQs and Terraces
  • assist with gardening services
• Emergency Coordinator duties
• Carrying out ad hoc duties

Essential Criteria:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Basic knowledge of tools, processes and skills used in the repair of residential properties
• Demonstrated ability to repair and maintain a variety of equipment and hardware
• Demonstrated ability to manage and complete jobs in a set period with limited supervision
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage own time
• Current NSW Driver's License

About Us:

Montefiore is an award-winning, Sydney-based aged care provider, with a proud 130-year history as a non-profit organisation founded on Jewish values. We support older members of the community to live with choice, dignity and wellbeing through trusted residential care, flexible home care and luxury retirement living. 

What we offer:

We offer a competitive remuneration package that includes NFP salary packaging, generous leave entitlements (including 5 weeks of annual leave and 12 ADOs per annum) and a highly supportive workplace culture with a genuine passion for continuous improvement and excellence.

To find out more about what we do and to apply online, please visit our website: http://www.montefiore.org.au

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All offers of employment are dependent upon successful completion of the organisation’s pre-employment check process. This includes (but is not limited to) the requirement to be willing to obtain a Criminal Police Check. 

Please note that applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. As such, the closing date is subject to change without notice.