Maintenance Officer - Independent Living Units (ILUs)

Calvary The Homestead
Walkley Heights, SA

Progress with purpose at one of Australia’s largest health care providers
Get ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environment

About the role:

The Maintenance Officer is responsible for delivering both preventative and reactive maintenance across the Independent Living Units (ILUs) located adjacent to the residential aged care facility. The role ensures a safe, functional, and well-presented living environment that supports residents to maintain independence while remaining connected to the broader care community.

Working closely with the Home Manager and/or Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Officer ensures that all buildings, infrastructure, and equipment within the ILU precinct are maintained to a high standard, aligned with resident expectations, safety requirements, and organisational standards.

The role also provides coordination between ILU residents and the aged care facility where required, supporting a seamless living environment and contributing to an integrated community approach to care and wellbeing.

The Maintenance Officer is part of a collaborative team working within an established framework, supporting residents to live comfortably, safely, and independently.

What you bring:

2–3 years’ experience in a relevant trade or maintenance environment (property, facilities, or village maintenance preferred)

Experience working within retirement living, independent living units, or aged care environments, with an understanding of compliance, safety, and quality standards

Knowledge of fire safety, emergency systems, and essential services maintenance

Demonstrated experience managing contractors, including JSA’s/SWMS, SLA’s, and work orders

Ability to respond to resident maintenance requests in a professional, respectful, and timely manner

Strong customer service focus, with an understanding of supporting older people to live independently

Sound computer skills (Word, Excel, maintenance systems) and willingness to learn new systems

High level of integrity, reliability, and accountability

Why work for Calvary?

At Calvary, our staff matter.

With over 130 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued. You will be part of a team that supports residents across independent living and aged care services with compassion and professionalism.

Your benefits:

NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships

Paid parental leave

Training, development pathways and career opportunities

Flexible hours that support work-life balance

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart: Care from the heart.

If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.