Maintenance Officer

Love hands-on work and variety? As a Maintenance Officer at Ashton Gardens, you'll take charge of repairs and services that keep our community thriving.

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.

Your Day on a Page

Join our team at Ashton Gardens, nestled in the heart of East Maitland. Offering a safe, friendly and relaxed lifestyle in a convenient location, Ashton Gardens is home to a vibrant community of residents who value quality service and well-maintained surroundings.

As a Maintenance Officer, you'll play a key role in ensuring the village remains safe, attractive and operating smoothly. From coordinating repairs and preventative maintenance to supporting residents with day-to-day maintenance requests, you'll enjoy a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.

Working both independently and as part of a close-knit team, you'll help create an exceptional living experience for our residents.

This is a Part-time position, working One day per week from 9.30am to 4pm (6.5 hours) with no weekend work. The day and start/finish time are flexible.

Reporting to the Village Manager, your duties will include;

• Coordinate and undertake general maintenance, repairs and preventative maintenance across the village.
• Maintain village buildings, common areas, facilities and grounds to a high standard.
• Respond to resident maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Conduct routine inspections and identify maintenance issues before they become problems.
• Support workplace health and safety compliance and report hazards as required.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and update work orders using computer-based systems.
• Contribute to the presentation, safety and overall resident experience within the village.

How You’ll Make an Impact

You're a hands-on problem solver who enjoys delivering outstanding customer service and takes pride in maintaining safe, well-presented environments. You have a positive attitude, strong communication skills and the ability to manage your workload effectively while building great relationships with residents, contractors and colleagues.

To be successful, you'll bring:

• Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities, handyman or property maintenance role.
• Strong practical skills and the ability to undertake a broad range of maintenance tasks.
• A customer-focused approach and a genuine desire to help others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid computer skills and confidence using digital systems.
• The ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and manage competing demands.
• A proactive, reliable and team-oriented attitude.
• A commitment to workplace health, safety and quality standards.

Relevant internal training and inductions will be provided to the successful candidate on-site.

Keyton Perks & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• A supportive and friendly work environment
• 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

Ready to Join the Fun?

If you're a hands-on professional who enjoys solving problems, working independently and making a positive difference in a thriving retirement community, we'd love to hear from you.

At Ashton Gardens, you'll be part of a supportive team dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for our residents every day.

Apply now and take the next step in your maintenance career with Keyton.

Please submit your resume and cover letter via the link below. In your cover letter, tell us what interests you about the Maintenance Officer opportunity and how your skills, experience and qualifications will help you succeed in the role.

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.