Maintenance Officer

Overview

Are you a hands on problem solver with a passion for maintaining safe, functional, and welcoming environments?Do you take pride in delivering high quality maintenance support that enhances the comfort and wellbeing of older Australians?

About Us

At Palm Lake Care, care isn’t just what we do it’s who we are. As a proud, family-owned organisation, we’ve built our reputation on values that put people first. Across our seven premium aged care communities, we provide personalised residential, respite, and palliative care in vibrant, welcoming environments where every resident feels truly valued.

Our team is united by a simple promise, I will make a difference for you, right now. That belief drives us to go the extra mile because the little things often matter most. Here, respect is at the heart of every interaction with residents, families, and each other because how we treat people conveys everything about us as a company and you as an individual.

Our Palm Lake Promise to you is that here, you will make a difference.

Position Details

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Maintenance Officer to join our Palm Lake Care Toowoomba team.In this important role, you will oversee day to day reactive maintenance, scheduled preventative maintenance, and coordinate contractors to ensure our aged care community operates safely, smoothly, and efficiently.

This is a Part-Time position working:

Week 1

Tuesday 7.00AM-3.06PM

Wednesday 7.00AM-3.06PM

Week 2 

Tuesday 7.00AM-3.06PM

Wednesay 7.00AM-3.06PM

Thursday 7.00AM-3.06PM

Responsibilities

• Complete preventative maintenance of buildings, grounds, plant, and equipment according to schedule, including accurate recording of completed tasks.
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests and ensure issues are addressed within 3 days of being reported.
• Register and maintain accurate asset data, including updates when maintenance is carried out.
• Conduct regular walk throughs with the Service Manager to identify areas for improvement and prioritise rectification.
• In collaboration with the Service Manager, review preventative maintenance schedules to ensure effective upkeep of infrastructure and equipment within budget.
• Coordinate contractors and suppliers as needed to support maintenance activities..

What We’re Looking For

We are searching for someone who values respect, professionalism, and community, and who takes pride in contributing to excellent resident care.

To thrive in this role, you will bring:

• A general trade background or equivalent experience within building and maintenance industries.
• A manual C-class driver’s licence.
• Certificate III in Workplace Health and Safety (highly desirable).
• A current National Police Check.

Personal Attributes:

• A positive, enthusiastic attitude.
• Strong initiative, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially when engaging with elderly residents.

Why Join Us?

At Palm Lake Care, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional lifestyle communities and providing our staff with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer our team:

• Competitive Rates - including weekend and overtime penalties
• Paid annual AHPRA registration fee
• Work-life Balance with a variety of shifts available
• Training & Development – Ongoing on-the-job training and online training specifically designed to support you in your role and prepare you for professional growth opportunities
• 24/7 free access to compassionate, confidential support with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Celebrate Milestones with tenure rewards!
• Palm Lake Care Perks – We offer a selection of complimentary beverages, treats, fruits and bites for staff to enjoy
• Supportive team culture – Be part of a vibrant and inclusive community where your contributions are valued
• Career Opportunities - Palm Lake Group spans 4 entities, 27 lifestyle resort communities and 7 aged care facilities across Australia's east coast, from development & construction to resort management & aged care, the career pathways and opportunities with Palm Lake Group are truly endless.

Join a Team That Cares!

We believe belonging and connection are fundamental rights of ageing. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact through the joy of food and hospitality, we’d love to hear from you.

As an inclusive and culturally sensitive workplace, we invite individuals from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, and all walks of life, to apply.

Apply now and become part of a team that truly cares.

All applicants must provide a valid national police check and undergo a pre-employment medical assessment.

Please note, all Palm Lake Care Communities are smoke-free workplaces.