Support older people with your trade skills in a positive, homely environment.
Are you an experienced commercial or residential painter with strong maintenance skills seeking a new job opportunity? Want to work in a meaningful role knowing you are making a difference to the lives of older people?
Then we have the role for you!
We are looking for an experienced commercial and or residential painter and all-round maintenance relief tradesperson to join our maintenance team based at Edwardstown depot. We provide all the tools, uniform and van, so it is essential that you hold a current Driver's licence, and you must be willing and able to work across all of our metropolitan and regional sites. This is a great opportunity to build on your skills and experience. This is a permanent full-time opportunity.
The older people who call Resthaven home will enjoy getting to know you as you become part of the site community, undertaking your duties in a welcoming and homely environment.
This is a rewarding role, working alongside a team enthusiastic about caring for older people. whilst also enhancing your skills and knowledge.
About Resthaven:
Resthaven was established in 1935 and is one of a select few providers to offer the full range of aged care services. Proudly South Australian, Resthaven is a financially independent, not-for-profit charity associated with the Uniting Church in Australia. Find meaningful connections and work with purpose as you are supported to develop in your role.
Essential Criteria:
- Previous experience in painting and maintenance roles
- Demonstrated ability to maintain adequate Standards relating to current Maintenance practices
- Experience operating and using tools and equipment
- Knowledge of and commitment to Work Health and Safety Principles
- Ability to comply with Safe Work Practices
- Current Drivers Licence
- Good communication and interpersonal skills including demonstrated experience interacting with a wide range of people
- Ability to establish and maintain professional and appropriate relationships with Residents and/or their Families/Representatives
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality
- Commitment to respecting the values, customs, preferences and Spiritual Beliefs of Residents and their Families/Representatives
- Commitment to professional development and identifying opportunities for service improvement
- Good organisational and time management skills including the ability to establish priorities and plan work
- Ability to work effectively as a team member
A qualification in building or trade related area is desirable as well as Certificate II in Building and Construction, Painting and Decorating or equivalent.
What we provide:
Resthaven offers a supportive and richly diverse and inclusive community where everyone's uniqueness is valued. As part of the Resthaven team you will have access to:
- Resthaven van with tools provided
- Uniform provided
- Attractive salary and working conditions.
- Access to salary packaging to increase your take home pay and other discounts via our provider.
- Four free Physiotherapy Treatments per financial year
- Access to professional development fund to continue your learning.
- EAP program and support for you and your family
- Flexible and supportive team environment
Applications close at 5pm on Tuesday, 16th September
Please apply online, for further enquiries about the role, please contact Kelli Witt Senior Recruitment Business Partner – kelli.witt@resthaven.asn.au
If you live our values of trust, dignity, and choice, open the door to a meaningful career with Resthaven.
