Join Our Team as a Maintenance Officer in Oberon!

Are you a skilled and dedicated maintenance professional looking to make a real difference in people's lives?

Columbia Aged Care, a leading and innovative aged care provider, is seeking a passionate and reliable Maintenance Officer to join our team at our 66-bed aged care facility in beautiful Oberon.  

About the Role:

As our Maintenance Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our residents live in a safe, comfortable, and homelike environment. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including:  

• Performing planned and unplanned maintenance tasks in a timely and efficient manner.  
• Completing tasks such as replacing light globes, unblocking toilets and drains, changing tap washers, moving furniture, painting, waste disposal, and general cleaning.  
• Coordinating and maintaining records using our management systems.  
• Ensuring all maintenance work complies with corporate standards and WHS guidelines.  
• Liaising with the Maintenance Supervisor to prioritize tasks.  
• Supervising contractors, ensuring site inductions and safe work practices.  
• Communicating effectively and empathetically with residents, staff, and families.  
• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Standards and adhere to ongoing quality, WHS and training requirements.

We are looking for someone with:

• 3+ years of experience in a maintenance role or a trade qualification in a maintenance discipline.  
• Must have a Valid Police Check or willing to obtain one prior to starting 
• A valid Driver's License
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  
• Strong organizational, systematic, and thorough work habits.  
• A proactive and can-do attitude with a commitment to achieving goals.  
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.  
• Knowledge of building and workplace health and safety legislation.  
• Computer skills.  

Bonus Points:

• Experience in a similar aged care setting.

Why Work with Columbia?

• We offer competitive rates
• Access to our state of the art EAP and medical support provider
• Discounted private health insurance and banking products
• Discounts for employees through our benefits provider
• Supportive team culture - just to name a few of our wonderful perks!
   

More about Columbia Aged Care:

Columbia values best practice and high service standards to deliver resident centered care through Care in everything we do, Comfort in the environment we create that ensures quality of life, Consideration in the open supportive way we act to both Residents and colleagues.

People are our biggest asset; they represent our past, our present and our future and Columbia is committed to providing continued professional training and development to support a growth mindset.

We provide a values-driven and inclusive environment for all our employees with a supportive and engaging leadership team. 

Columbia is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy and respect for each other. 

We actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

To Apply:

If you are ready to join our dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of our residents, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience.