Maintenance and Grounds Officer | Blue Care | Gracemere Aged Care Facility Offering permanent full time - Monday to Friday hours Job security and progression with one of the largest aged care providers in Queensland Have a thirst for travelling? We offer work across multi-sites Remuneration: $28.19 to $28.52 p/hr + 11.5% Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging + Staff Discounts & Benefits Your part in the Statewide Facilities & Maintenance team Operating at a state-wide level, our Facilities & Maintenance team supports the delivery of Uniting Care Queensland services through proactively managing and maintaining the extensive property portfolios in South East Queensland (SEQ), Rural and Regional Queensland (R&R) and Australian Regional and Remote Community Services (ARRCS). Joining the team in the Maintenance and Grounds Officer role, you will have the opportunity to work autonomously and connect with colleagues, residents and contractors at a designated Blue Care local site whilst being supported by teams in the region and across the state. A day in the role will see you balancing general gardening duties and lawn care, maintenance of plant and equipment, undertake minor property work and importantly, contribute to the safe and pleasing environment for our aged care residents, staff and visitors. What makes a difference for us? Experience in the maintenance building, plant, equipment gardening or landscape or the ability to acquire these skills. Demonstrated communication and stakeholder engagement skills Commitment to be a proactive member of a regional team Relevant Trade Qualifications or Certificate in Facilities, Building or Construction Ability to manage work schedules and meeting deadlines Proficiency in IT systems Confidence to satisfy the relevant probity checks required by legislation or policies NDIS Workers Screening Clearance or willingness to obtain What makes a difference for you? Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events Career development opportunities with one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference Blue Care is proudly part of the Uniting Care Family, we'd love you to be too Joining the state's largest network of aged care workers with its over 8,000 strong, bright team in blue, you'll also be welcomed as part of the Uniting Care family. With more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of Blue Care, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen's Hospital, and St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital, you are part of something bigger. Our team are compassionate, inclusive and committed to the work we do, helping people live life in all its fullness. Start making a difference today Our application process takes less than 15 minutes – Click the 'APPLY' button to be taken to our online application process and upload your resume and cover letter. Our team are available to answer any questions you may have. Diversity & Inclusion Our approach is simple–everybody is welcome here. At Uniting Care, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, Uniting Care strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position. We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. #J-18808-Ljbffr