Grounds & Maintenance Officer (Ridgehaven)

Grounds & Maintenance Officer – Levande Ridgehaven Rise Community Do you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in maintaining well-presented communities and have a practical approach to property maintenance and grounds upkeep? Levande is seeking a proactive and community-focused Grounds & Maintenance Officer to join our Ridgehaven Rise Community in Ridgehaven, South Australia. This is a varied, hands-on role responsible for supporting the overall presentation, maintenance and day-to-day upkeep of the village, including both property maintenance and grounds maintenance activities. About Levande Levande is a leading provider of retirement living communities across Australia, committed to creating vibrant, connected and welcoming environments where residents can live confidently and independently. At Levande, we believe exceptional communities are built by exceptional people. Our teams play a critical role in delivering safe, well-maintained and engaging communities that residents are proud to call home. About the Role This is a permanent full-time position working 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, paying $38 per hour. Reporting to the Village Manager, this role combines property maintenance, handyman support, grounds maintenance and village presentation responsibilities across the community. You’ll undertake a broad range of practical maintenance activities across buildings, outdoor areas and common spaces, helping ensure the village remains safe, operational and visually well-presented for residents and visitors. The role includes general repairs and upkeep, grounds and garden maintenance, cleaning and presentation tasks, equipment operation and supporting the overall day-to-day operation of the village. This is a highly resident-facing role that requires strong communication skills, a proactive mindset and the ability to work independently across a broad range of tasks. No two days are the same. Key Responsibilities
- Undertake general property maintenance, repairs and handyman tasks across the village
- Maintain the presentation and upkeep of village gardens, grounds and outdoor common areas
- Complete routine maintenance and presentation activities across buildings, outdoor areas and shared community facilities
- Carry out outdoor cleaning and upkeep tasks including pathways, patios, outdoor furniture, barbeque areas and common spaces
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests and urgent safety-related matters
- Operate, maintain and care for gardening and maintenance equipment safely and effectively
- Conduct inspections of village facilities, outdoor areas and equipment to ensure they remain safe, operational and well-presented
- Support rubbish management and general village operational activities
- Build positive relationships with residents, contractors and team members
- Support village events and contribute to a positive community environment
- Maintain a robust focus on workplace health and safety and compliance requirements About You You will bring
- Previous experience in property maintenance, grounds maintenance, handyman or similar hands-on roles
- Strong practical problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance and presentation
- The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Good physical fitness and the ability to undertake manual tasks
- Basic computer literacy and confidence using Microsoft Office
- A current driver licence The following will be highly regarded:
- Experience within retirement living, aged care, schools, council or community environments
- Experience across both property maintenance and grounds maintenance activities
- Experience operating gardening and maintenance equipment
- Trade, horticulture or maintenance-related qualifications or certifications Why Join Levande? At Levande, you’ll join a supportive and collaborative team environment where your contribution directly impacts the resident experience every day. You’ll have the opportunity to work within a growing national organisation that values safety, teamwork, community and creating exceptional retirement living experiences. If you enjoy a varied hands-on role and take pride in maintaining safe, welcoming and well-presented environments, we’d love to hear from you. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r37rw