Maintenance Officer

Role overview

Churches of Christ in Queensland is hiring a dependable Maintenance Officer for its Palms Aged Care Facility in Ingham, Queensland. This is a permanent full-time position with an immediate start available. The role is about more than general upkeep — it directly contributes to the safety, comfort, dignity, and day-to-day wellbeing of residents living in the service.

What you will do

• Handle general maintenance tasks and small repairs.
• Look after gardens and outdoor spaces, including mowing, pruning, and routine upkeep.
• Support scheduled preventative maintenance activities.
• Work with and help coordinate contractors while they are on site.
• Maintain maintenance records and use asset management systems.
• Help keep the environment safe, tidy, and well presented.

What we are looking for

The ideal candidate will be practical, dependable, and able to approach issues with a solutions-first mindset. You should have experience in maintenance, handyman work, or a similar field, along with strong communication and problem-solving abilities. Being organised and able to prioritise tasks effectively is also important.

Essential requirements

• A National Police Check, or the ability to obtain one.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Basic computer literacy, including use of Outlook and the internet.
• A current driver licence.
• Valid Australian work rights, as sponsorship is not available.

Desirable experience

• At least 12 months of experience in maintenance or a comparable role.
• Understanding of Work Health and Safety requirements, or the capacity to gain this knowledge.
• Previous experience in aged care or a similar setting.

Values and culture

You will be expected to align with the organisation’s values of Integrity, Compassion, Excellence, and Courage.

Benefits and perks

• Permanent full-time employment.
• Salary packaging of up to $18,549 per year.
• Five weeks of annual leave.
• Meaningful work that has a real impact.
• A supportive, values-driven team environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• Work with a respected and expanding aged care provider.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounts across a range of retail outlets.

Additional information

This position offers salary packaging of up to $18,549 per year tax-free, split across everyday expenses ($15,900) and meals/entertainment ($2,649), which may increase take-home pay. The employer also offers generous annual leave and a supportive work culture.

Application note

Applications are reviewed as they are received. The employer also welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.