Full-time Maintenance Worker – Aged Care Facilities

About the role

Southern Cross Care WA is seeking a full‑time Maintenance Worker to support its residential aged‑care facilities across Western Australia. You will ensure that buildings, equipment and environments are safe, reliable and well‑maintained, contributing to a high‑quality experience for residents, staff and visitors.

Key responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance tasks such as painting, tiling, surface preparation, paving, concreting, door and window repairs, roof and gutter cleaning, and non‑electrical light fitting replacements.
• Carry out smoke detector and RCD testing, and routine building upkeep.
• Review daily maintenance requests in the BEIMS system, plan work efficiently and identify when licensed trades are required.
• Maintain safe work practices, use PPE correctly and comply with SCCWA policies and OH&S legislation.
• Identify hazards, report defects and contribute to risk assessments and control activities.
• Engage professionally with residents, families, staff and contractors to support a positive workplace culture.
• Participate in mandatory training (manual handling, chemical safety, fire and emergency) and keep knowledge of safe work practices up to date.

Required profile

• At least 1 year of experience as a Maintenance Worker, Officer or in a similar handyman/trade role.
• Basic knowledge of maintenance procedures and repairs.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Commitment to safe working methods and adherence to SCCWA policies.

Required skills

• Painting
• Tiling
• Concreting
• Door and window repair
• Roof and gutter cleaning
• Light fitting replacement (non‑electrical)
• Smoke detector testing
• RCD testing
• General building maintenance

What we offer

• Access to NFP salary packaging up to $18,550 per annum.
• Full‑time permanent position within a supportive, multidisciplinary team.
• Opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement of asset management systems and infrastructure projects.
• Work in a purpose‑driven organisation dedicated to extraordinary care for Western Australians.