Maintenance Officer

Berlasco Caring Centre, part of the Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland (ECCQ), is seeking a proactive and skilled Maintenance Officer to support the care and wellbeing of our residents by ensuring our facility remains safe, compliant, and comfortable.

Established in 1976, ECCQ has a proud history of supporting and advocating for culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities across Queensland.

ECCQ owns and operates:

• Diversicare, a leading provider of culturally inclusive home and community care services; and

• Berlasco Caring Centre, Queensland's only recognised residential aged care provider with a dedicated focus on cultural inclusiveness.

At ECCQ, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to participate in and contribute to all aspects of Australian life, regardless of their cultural background.

The Maintenance Officer is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of Berlasco's buildings, grounds, equipment, and physical environment.

This hands-on role combines practical maintenance skills with a strong commitment to resident safety, dignity, and comfort. You will play a key role in ensuring the facility complies with aged care, workplace health and safety, fire safety, and building standards while helping create a welcoming, home-like environment for residents.

• Perform maintenance and repair work including carpentry, painting, plastering, tiling, minor plumbing, furniture repairs, and general property upkeep.

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and prioritise urgent issues affecting resident safety and wellbeing.

• Conduct regular inspections and proactively identify maintenance requirements.

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance requests and completed works.

• Implement and maintain a planned preventative maintenance schedule.

• Monitor and maintain building infrastructure, plant, equipment, air conditioning systems, hot water systems, lifts, emergency equipment, and fire systems.

• Maintain maintenance records, inspection reports, certifications, and service histories.

• Prepare rooms between resident occupancies, including repairs, painting, refurbishment, and equipment checks.

• Ensure rooms are safe, welcoming, and ready for new admissions within required timeframes.

• Obtain quotes from approved contractors.

• Coordinate and supervise contractors on-site.

• Ensure all contractor licences, insurances, certifications, and inductions remain current.

• Verify quality of works completed before invoice approval.

• Support compliance with:

  • Aged Care Act 2024

  • Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards

  • Workplace Health and Safety legislation

  • Queensland Fire Safety requirements

  • Infection prevention and control standards

• Conduct safety inspections and assist with emergency preparedness activities.

• Maintain compliance documentation and support quality audits.

• Maintain organised, safe, and compliant storage areas throughout the facility.

• Ensure tools, equipment, and maintenance workspaces are clean, safe, and fit for purpose.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in building or facilities maintenance

• Demonstrated experience in carpentry, painting, plastering, tiling, minor plumbing, and general repairs

• Experience managing preventative maintenance schedules and work order systems

• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills

• Experience coordinating contractors and external service providers

• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety principles

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently

• Basic computer skills including email, maintenance records, and reporting

• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach

Berlasco is home to residents from a wide range of cultural backgrounds. We are seeking someone who can work respectfully and sensitively within a culturally diverse environment and support ECCQ's commitment to dignity, inclusion, and resident-centred care.

• Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

• Current Australian Driver Licence

• Unlimited working rights in Australia

• Up-to-date vaccinations as required under aged care legislation and ECCQ policy

• Trade qualification in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or a related trade

• Certificate IV in Facilities Management or similar qualification

• Fire Safety Supervisor Certification (Queensland)

• WHS Representative Training

• Experience using maintenance management software systems

• Make a meaningful contribution to the lives of older Australians

• Access to salary packaging benefits. Get up to $15,900 of your income tax-free through Salary Packaging and $2,650 meal & entertainment structuring. 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Multicultural working environment.

If you are a reliable, hands-on maintenance professional who takes pride in maintaining safe, high-quality environments and would like to make a positive difference in aged care, we would love to hear from you.

ECCQ is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds.
Only Shortlisted applicants may be contacted.