At Teman, we exist to enable belonging and friendship in later life. First and foremost, we’re here to help, listen and encourage residents to live a good, solid life with people around them who make them happy. We build communities and teams that bring a sense of belonging and friendship to every resident, their family and visitors. This means we puts people first, we collaborate with all residents and support ideas that are good and fair for everyone.

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Teman team as Maintenance Officer across three of our communities, Rosedale by Teman in Cooranbong, Ridge Estate by Teman in Gillieston Heights, and The Vines by Teman in Cessnock. You’ll be reporting to the Village Managers in each village, and you’ll be part of a team that takes pride in helping people.

Being a perfect Teman Maintenance Officer means you’re handy with a tool, know how to fix things, and work through problems. No job is too small. Just as importantly, you love people, enjoy going out of your way to help others, and pride yourself on your work.

Having our communities look beautiful is of vital importance. A village that looks beautiful generates pride and happiness throughout the community. As Maintenance Officer, it is your responsibility to keep that pride and happiness high by maintaining the appearance of the village and attending to maintenance issues as they pop up. You’re the person everyone is happy to see, because things are always much better once you’ve done your thing.

As a Maintenance Officer you would be responsible for;

• Greet everyone you see throughout the day by their first name. (Don’t worry, you’ll learn them all in no time)
• Maintain a high standard of work within all areas of the village spaces
• Maintenance and general repairs in relation to the resident’s units as logged through the Village Maintenance Reporting System
• Regularly checking and maintaining Village Communal open spaces and built spaces
• Work through the tasks on the Village Maintenance Schedules
• Provide input into the village Maintenance Budget and assisting the Village Manager to remain within the yearly budget allocation
• Collect and maintain rubbish bins from around the village for rubbish disposal
• Spray all weeds and pests when required to common areas
• Assist residents with personal garden areas when required
• Arrange and schedule all repairs and or maintenance to all tools and equipment
• Keep the village workshop space tidy and up to date with WHS guidelines
• Ensure all major works have been approved by Village Manager before commencement
• Participate in the annual village safety inspection and the annual village villa inspections
• Providing advice to the Village Manager on replacement plants. Replacement plants must be species which comply with the villages overall strategy to provide water tolerant, low maintenance and aesthetic looking outcomes
• Assist in the security of the grounds when on duty
• At all times be on the alert for any WHS issues which may arise and need to be bought to the immediate attention of the Village Manager.
• At all times exercise and maintain the highest respect for the village residents and guests.
• On occasions, drive the village bus and take residents on outings.

What we are looking for;

• Friendly and approachable
• Take pride in your work
• Well presented
• Ability to work at a fast pace
• Articulate and well spoken
• Pro-active team player
• Well organised and time conscious
• Confident and proficient at dealing with people
• Keen eye for detail

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Current First Aid certificate
• Current driver’s licence
• Demonstrate capability and experience in carrying out maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• An ability to respond well to emergency situations.

Mandatory Requirements

• Annual Flu Vaccination
• National POLICE check documentation.
• Wearing of steel capped boots
• Basic computer skills
• Standard Australian Drivers License

If it excites you to be part of a company making positive change in the industry and you tick many of the things we’re looking for, please apply.

In your cover letter, please include a story about a grandparent or older friend that makes you smile.