Maintenance Officer

Join Eldercare as a Maintenance Officer! 

Location: Eldercare Evanston Park & Eldercare Trowbridge House at Payneham South  (2 x positions)

Type: Full Time

Shifts: Monday to Friday - 07:30 - 15:36

At Eldercare, our purpose is simple but powerful: to deliver peace of mind with our care. 

At Eldercare, we are committed to delivering exceptional care and support to older South Australians. As one of the state’s leading not-for-profit aged care providers, we foster a compassionate and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued. 

By joining Eldercare, you'll become part of a team that prioritises integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. With a strong focus on learning and development, we’ll support you as you grow your career. 

About the Role 

As a Maintenance Officer, you will be responsible for providing reliable, high-standard maintenance services across Eldercare’s residential aged care facilities. Working collaboratively with the Property Services team, you will contribute to maintaining safe, comfortable, and well-presented environments for residents, while delivering responsive and courteous customer service that supports their wellbeing and satisfaction.

• Deliver a wide range of hands-on maintenance services across Eldercare’s residential aged care facilities — including general repairs, minor plumbing, painting, gardening, and equipment upkeep.
• You will ensure all activities comply with legislative and accreditation standards, including fire safety requirements.
• Working closely with site staff, you’ll manage maintenance workloads, budgets, and systems effectively, using the Maintenance Request System to track and report tasks.
• Support audits, provide technical guidance to staff & oversee contractor performance.
• Work on the on-call afterhours maintenance service roster at the agreed times (3 x 1 week blocks per year).

What You Will Bring 

• Proven experience in a comparable maintenance or facilities role, with aged care experience considered advantageous
• Proficient in IT systems and applications relevant to facilities operations
• Familiarity with Test & Tag procedures; training can be provided if required
• Demonstrate a proactive, solution-focused mindset with a strong work ethic
• Approachable, courteous, and service-oriented in all interactions
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities, with effective time management
• Enthusiastic about developing comprehensive knowledge in Facilities Management
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build respectful relationships across a diverse workforce and resident community

This role presents an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Property Services Officer to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and supportive aged care environment.

 Why Choose Eldercare? 

• Be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values compassion and community 
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay 
• Ongoing training and development opportunities 
• Work in modern facilities with on-site parking 
• Enjoy the variety of working across different roles and locations 
• Join a team that feels more like family 

Ready to Join Us? 

Read the Job and Person Specification for more information about the role. 

If you have a commitment to quality care and being part of an inspiring team, please register your interest with us. 

To apply for this role, please click the apply button and for more information, please contact Scott Cowie, Property Services Senior Team Leader on 0408 877 639 or email scott.cowie@eldercare.net.au

To work for Eldercare, you are required to hold an acceptable National Police Clearance and comply with relevant vaccination requirements as per Eldercare policy which includes vaccination for both seasonal influenza and COVID-19. 

Eldercare is proud to be a Rainbow Tick accredited organisation. We are committed to supporting our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) residents, employees and volunteers to ensure they feel included and safe. Regardless of their culture, religion, spirituality, age, gender, sexuality, disability, socio-economic background or personal experiences, our people are welcomed, included and respected. 

Eldercare encourages respectful relationships and does not accept any form of gender based violence in the workplace. Eldercare is committed to preventing violence against women and is proud to be a White Ribbon accredited workplace to support victims of abuse. 

All employees can expect to receive fair and equal treatment and to be free from discrimination in all aspects of their life with Eldercare.