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• Limestone Coast Local Health Network - Bordertown Memorial Hospital, Supporting Keith & District Healthcare services
• Salary: WHD3  $562.63 to $1,322.40 per week + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading and Salary Sacrifice Benefits  
• Permanent  Full-time position
• Eligibility Open to Everyone 

Overview

We are seeking a practical, reliable, and proactive Facility Grounds & Fire Safety Officer (WHD3) to join the team at Bordertown Memorial Hospital, with support responsibilities extending to Keith & District Healthcare services. In this vital role, you will carry out a broad range of maintenance and grounds duties to support the safe, efficient operation of health services.

From fire safety responsibilities to general facility upkeep, you’ll play a key role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming healthcare environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing general building, mechanical, and grounds maintenance tasks

• Coordinating fire safety orientation and maintaining emergency equipment

• Supporting facility operations and assisting with on-call maintenance as required

If you’re hands-on, community-focused, and ready to support regional healthcare services, we’d love to hear from you.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups.  The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

Why Join Us? 

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community 
• Access salary packaging benefits in addition to annual salary, superannuation, and leave loading – watch a short video about salary packaging.
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available (see SA Health Careers - Relocation support for more information)
• Wellbeing initiatives: Supporting you with access to mental health resources, EAP, flexible work options, and wellbeing activities that promote balance, resilience, and a healthy workplace

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Our Organisation

We serve a population of over 67,000 people in the Limestone Coast, as well as residents from Western Victoria. We employ over 1400 people, with 1.2% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and we are also supported by a team of approximately 600 hardworking volunteers.  

The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services to communities across the south-east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the iconic coastline.  

The region is renowned for its world-class wine, spectacular beaches and outdoor adventures, offering a life and career in balance like no other: 

• Relaxed, affordable living with a strong sense of community. 
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf. 
• Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures. 
• Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses. 
• Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture. 
• Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living. 

Further information about living and working in the LCLHN is available from Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) | SA Health 

Applicant Information

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) 

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Job ref: 930396

Enquiries

Sonya Lodewyk
Position: Senior Admin Officer / Executive Secretary
Phone: 8752 9000
E-mail: Sonya.Lodewyk@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

24 March 2026 -3 week close - 11.55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

Attachments

 930396 - WHA3 Maintenance Officer Bordertown Role Description.pdf

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