There to care. Here for good.

Aged care is so important. Some people forget that. You don’t and neither do we. Because helping people is what we were born to do.

We’ve been a leading provider of aged care in communities across South Australia since 1953. That’s a long journey, and we’re proud of our stability and strength.

Now, we’re on a mission to continue to grow and improve our services and impact, hand in hand with our fantastic team.

Here, every moment matters and every client counts. And so do you.

Join us as a Property and Maintenance Team Leader , and be there to care.

A brighter future with Helping Hand, for older people and for you.

Based in Salisbury South, as our Property & Maintenance Team Leader, you will be responsible for assisting the Property and Maintenance Manager with the delivery of quality, timely and responsive gardening and maintenance support services to Home Care customers.

The Property & Maintenance Team Leader provide an oversight and leadership to the gardening & maintenance staff across metropolitan Adelaide Helping Hand community and Housing Sites.

You’ll also make an impact by :

• Providing a contact point for the Property and Maintenance teams ensuring a high level of customer service and supportive guidance to the gardening and maintenance teams as well as other stakeholders.
• Assisting in the efficient and effect delivery of the Asset Management plan in line with Strategic objectives, ensuring effective facilities and maintenance management of Helping hand housing facilities and clients.
• Collaborating with the leadership team to create an environment of continuous improvement, teamwork, and a commitment to doing things right.
• Monitoring, maintaining and participating in safety systems that encourage teams in driving safety and awareness such as ensure formal risk assessments are conducted, hazards are closed, incidents investigated.

What you’ll bring

• Tertiary qualifications in Business administration, People Management / Leadership (Cert 3 min) or relevant industry experience.
• Experience managing maintenance and or grounds / gardening teams
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to relate effectively with a broad range of people including residents, staff, industry and colleagues and the general community in a professional manner and positively promote the organisation.
• Computer proficiency in the operation of MS Office software and internet technologies and WH&S knowledge and skills.
• Current driver’s licence
• Valid NDIS Worker Screening clearance or be willing to obtain one.

You’ll stand out from the crowd if you have some of the following :

• Strong understanding of service delivery frameworks and service modelling.
• Experience managing building works / projects including refurbishments and new constructions is highly regarded
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement principles

Please click the link below to view the position description :

Property & Maintenance Team Leader Position Description

Salary Range : $80,000 to $85,000 (Plus Super), depending on experience

Why Helping Hand?

We get it - a role in aged care is more than just money. You don’t do it for the pat on the back. You do it because you know it matters - and at Helping Hand, you matter, too.

We truly care about how you are. Here are some of the things we hope you’ll love about working with us :

We are who you are

Here’s the thing. When good people come together, amazing things happen. At Helping Hand, you’ll find real support from teammates and managers who share your values and strength.

They’ve been in your shoes - and they’ll always be just a phone call away to lend a helping hand.

We are where you are

As our Property and Maintenance Team Leader you’ll know you’re contributing directly to a community you care about. And you’ll see your impact on the faces of the people you’re supporting.

We care how you are

In any job, how well you feel affects how well you work. And we take that very seriously. We want you to feel as secure as you can.

So, we’re proud that our people say they value the stability that comes with working for a well-established, growing organisation like us.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits :

• Be part of a warm, friendly team that genuinely cares about you and your wellbeing
• Maximise your take-home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 each year
• Enjoy an additional $2,650 tax free per year with our Meal and Entertainment Card
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted private health insurance.
• Get active with our Fitness Passport Program and enjoy discounted gym memberships for you and your family
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Are you ready to lend a helping hand?

Join us at Helping Hand and help shape your future and ours.

We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and conducting interviews accordingly.

Apply online today, or to find out more please contact Howard Marsh on 0419 667 438.

Current Helping Hand employees must notify their manager of their intent to apply.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold relevant checks or be willing to obtain them. Successful candidates will be required to attend an induction session before commencing work.

Helping Hand welcomes and respects the diversity our clients, staff and volunteers bring. Regardless of their culture, religion, spirituality, age, gender, sexuality, disability, socio-economic background or personal experiences, our people are included and respected.

Helping Hand strongly recommends that all employees receive COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, as we work in a high-risk setting and are in contact with vulnerable people.

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Last updated : 2024-06-20