Maintenance Officer (Mona Vale)

About Keyton: With over 65 villages across Australia, 15,000+ residents and 800+ passionate staff, Keyton is Australia’s leading owner and operator of retirement living communities. Leveraging over 30 years of experience, our teams work across the country in a variety of departments and business units, all share a common goal: We Lead with Heart, and we are committed to creating caring and fun-filled retirement communities. Our purpose is to create places where communities thrive not only for our residents, but importantly, for our employees also. We do this by creating safe, secure and connected independent living communities where residents can enjoy active and social lifestyles, close to essential services and amenities. Keyton Perks & Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate
- A supportive and friendly work environment
- 4x Wellbeing Days (one per quarter). That’s almost an additional week off in addition to your annual leave!
- Fitness Passport for you and your family
- Reward & recognition services
- Discounted health insurance, annual vaccinations and skin checks
- Sonder Wellbeing app access
- Be part of a team that values innovation, compassion, and making a difference Your Day on a Page: An exciting opportunity has become available for an enthusiastic, committed and customer service focused Maintenance Officer to join our team at Pittwater Village. Set among lush ferns and swaying palms in the heart of Mona Vale, Pittwater Village’s idyllic location strikes the perfect balance between coastal tranquillity and contemporary convenience for a vibrant retirement lifestyle. As a Maintenance Officer at Keyton you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our properties by undertaking maintenance activities and providing excellent customer service to our residents. We are seeking a proactive individual with strong communication skills, strong computer skills and a knack for problem-solving. The successful candidate will support the close-knit team on a Full-time basis, from Monday to Friday. No weekend work! Reporting to the Village Manager, your duties will include;
- Coordinating and undertaking maintenance tasks, repairs, and inspections for residential properties
- Assisting with basic handyperson tasks as needed, including minor repairs and installations
- Implementing and adhering to EHS procedures, ensuring safety of all residents, visitors and contractors
- Communicating effectively with residents to address maintenance requests promptly and efficiently
- Collaborating with external contractors to ensure timely completion of work orders.
- Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities and update databases accordingly
- Assisting with various Ad hoc duties where required, as directed by the Village Manager About You: The successful applicant will have demonstrated competence as a maintenance assistant, handyman, gardener, tradesperson or trade assistant or experience in a similar role, as well as:
- Be organised and able to effectively manage and prioritise multiple tasks
- Effective communication skills
- Understanding of machinery use and tools required for the job
- A current First Aid Certificate (or be willing to obtain one)
- Computer literate e.g. intermediate/basic knowledge with using Excel, Word, Outlook, Apps
- The ability to take initiative and be pro-active
- The ability to work individually and as part of a team
- A current Australian driver’s licence (Required) Relevant internal training and inductions will be provided to the successful candidate on-site. Ready to Join the Fun? If you’re passionate about assisting with the daily operations of a vibrant and caring community for independent living seniors, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of something truly special. Please submit your resume and cover letter to the link below. In your cover letter, please highlight your interest in the Maintenance Officer prospect and explain how your skills, qualifications and interests align with our requirements. Please note: The successful applicant must complete a Police Check & will be required to receive an annual flu vaccination between the months of May-November, with supporting documentation prior to joining. For selected roles, pre-employment medical assessments will also be required prior to any employment offers being made. At Keyton we celebrate diversity and acknowledge that what makes us different makes us stronger. We engage, enable and empower our people and support their individual needs. Inclusion sets us all up for success. We therefore encourage you to apply for roles in our business, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, race, age, religion, social background. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rh5ak