Maintenance & Grounds Officer - Retirement Living
Job No:
IGAMGO2623123
Location:
Buderim
We are looking for a hands-on Maintenance & Grounds Officer to support the upkeep of our Immanuel Gardens Retirement Living community, ensuring facilities, gardens and shared spaces are safe, functional and well presented.
Location: Buderim - QLD
Role Type: Part-Time (60 hrs fortnight) | Tuesday to Friday | 7:30 am to 3:36 pm
Remuneration: $29.45 - $31.11 ph + Supe + Salary Packaging + Staff discounts & benefits
In this hands-on role, you’ll manage the day-to-day maintenance of buildings, gardens, and grounds, ensuring everything is safe, tidy, and well-kept.
Key responsibilities include:
- General maintenance and upkeep of lawns, gardens, and common areas
- Performing scheduled preventative maintenance and external cleaning
- Identifying and reporting new risks while working to minimise existing ones.
- Undertaking administrative tasks related to maintenance operations.
- Managing external contractors and minor building projects
- Using equipment and materials safely and responsibly
- Your work will help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
- Gardening experience essential; aged care or retirement living experience desirable
About You:
- Experience in commercial maintenance and groundskeeping within an aged care setting or a similar environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow safety procedures and preventative maintenance schedules
- A team player with a proactive attitude, proven ability to demonstrate a customer service focus.
- Valid Police Check and Queensland Driver’s Licence
- Valid NDIS Worker Screening clearance
Why Choose Us?
- Salary Packaging Benefits: take home more pay (up to $15,900 tax-free + $2,650 meals & entertainment).
- Discounts: on Health Cover, Energy, Appliances, Holidays, and more.
- Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing support.
- Fitness Passport – Stay active with discounted gym memberships for you and your family.
- Ongoing Training & Development opportunities to grow your career
Lutheran Services is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support to communities across Queensland. With 12 residential aged care facilities under our stewardship, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents while upholding our values of compassion, integrity, and excellence.
Apply Now by completing the application form and attaching your resume. For a copy of the position description please Click Here.