Maintenance Officer

Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time

Hours: 22.5 hours/week

Location: Mercy Place Warrnambool16 Hopetoun Rd Warrnambool VIC 3280

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Where theres life theres Mercy.

Where theres care theres You.

Through the battles and the breakthroughs were there. Where will you be

For over a century our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all thats gone before to grow your impact and gain experience thats hard to find elsewhere.

As a for-purpose organisation with over 10000 dedicated compassionate people we continue to offer more services and deeper care than ever before. With Mercy youll have the chance to make an impact and gain experience thats hard to find elsewhere.

At Mercy Health its all about taking what we have and making it better.

To do that we need you.

Join us at Mercy Health and help our teams deliver even greater outcomes.

About the opportunity:

We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Officer to support our Residential Aged Care Home in this role you will ensure our buildings grounds and facilities remain safe functional and wellmaintained for residents staff and visitors.

As a Maintenance Officer you will be responsible for the ongoing repairs preventative maintenance and general upkeep of the facility. You will also assist with identifying and addressing safety concerns to support a secure and comfortable environment for everyone on site. Your work will play a key role in ensuring our RAC facility remain safe presentable and operational.

• Carry out grounds maintenance ongoing repairs and preventative servicing of buildings plant equipment and furniture.

• Liaise with and oversee contractors including site access and inductions.

• Identify report and implement opportunities for improvement across the facility.

• Assist in identifying and rectifying WHS/OH&S issues to maintain a safe environment.

• Maintain accurate records using computer-based maintenance systems.

• Contribute positively to a collaborative residentfocused team environment.

What youll bring:

Youre 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:

• Strong time management organisational and communication skills.

• A compassionate flexible and solutionsfocused approach.

• The ability to build respectful relationships and work both independently and within a team

• Previous maintenance experience (trade background or qualification preferred but not essential).

• Experience in Aged Care or hotel/hospital settings (highly regarded).

• Proficient computer skills: experience with maintenance management systems is an advantage.

• Good knowledge of WHS/OH&S standards and regulatory maintenance requirements for aged care and independent living.

• Experience managing contractors and understanding of essential systems such as HVAC essential services and Building 9C regulations.

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 drivers licence.

• National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Clearance.

Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare

Join us and make a meaningful difference in peoples lives - and your career.

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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.

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. Were 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.