Maintenance Officer

Maintenance Officer


Company
Aveo
Location
Arundel, Queensland, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
31 days ago
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Job Description
Do you love to build genuine connections, nurture belonging and enhance life? At Aveo, you can do just that and more. Join us and feel confident to embrace new challenges in our supportive culture. Bring your whole-self to work, grow as you learn new things and be rewarded through the joy of helping others. Together let's redefine retirement living for senior Australians.The OpportunityNestled within 42 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens in the leafy suburb of Ashmore, The Domain Country Club is a resort-style community home to 370+ independent living units and apartments. Boasting a restaurant, pool, tennis court, gym and much more, The Domain Country Club has an opportunity for a Maintenance Officer to join our established team. On a daily basis, you'll spend your time outdoors and around the village attending to light repairs, maintenance or groundskeeping tasks. You'll connect with residents and work with a great team of staff to ensure our buildings, common areas and units are maintained and presentable. No prior professional maintenance experience needed!This is a permanent full-time opportunity working Monday-Friday 8am-4pm.What We Offer$31.55/hr + relevant entitlements including penalty rates, overtime and allowances + superannuationEmployee Referral Program and Employee Assistance ProgramDiscounts to Health Insurance and Retail & Leisure partner providersOpportunities for further career progressionBe part of a friendly and supportive team in a caring retirement living communityYour ImpactYou will attend to various maintenance requests around the village (basic domestic repair tasks)Carry out preventative maintenance tasks (e.g high-pressure cleaning, smoke alarm checks and bins etc.)Liaise with your fellow maintenance team to ensure projects undertaken are completed to a high standardUse our system app to log, track and record the progress of jobs completedHelp out around the village with additional tasksBe a friendly face to the residents and work alongside a fantastic team!Please note - this is not a gardening role. We've got that covered!What You Will BringA genuine interest in learning new skills, being outdoors and hands-on who will enjoy chatting with residents!Skilled or experienced in domestic repair or handyperson tasks (e.g painting) (highly desired)Automatic driver's licence (required)Two (2) COVID-19 Vaccinations (required)Current Police Check certificate (required, but if you do not have one, we can complete for you)Who We AreAs a leader in retirement living, with 30 years' experience, Aveo provides the stability and confidence to try new things and keep innovating. Owned by The Living Company, we're on an exciting journey of growth. Our in-house range of services is holistic, supporting our customers in their independence for as long as possible. This helps us deliver a seamless experience for our 10,000 residents across 60+ diverse communities nationwide. We're a dedicated group of over 1000 caring, friendly team members; united with our core values; Kindness, Care and Respect. Together we create thriving communities that help retired Australians be their best selves.What's next?Apply now and take to first step in Bringing your Passion to life! We are ready to welcome you.

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Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs

Q What is the minimum hourly rate for entry-level cleaning staff under the Cleaning Services Award in Australia in 2026?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, the minimum hourly rate for Grade 1 cleaning staff under the Cleaning Services Award 2020 is AU$27.19 as of 1 July 2026 for full-time adult employees. Casual cleaning staff receive an additional 25% loading, equating to AU$33.99 per hour. The full-time weekly rate for 38 ordinary hours is AU$1,033.22.
Q Can international job seekers work as cleaning staff in Australia on a Working Holiday visa in 2026?
The Department of Home Affairs confirms that holders of Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) or Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) can work in cleaning roles for up to 6 months with any one employer as of 2026. No sponsorship is required for these visas, but applicants must be aged 18-30 (or 35 for some countries) and meet health and character requirements. Visa applications cost AU$635 from 1 July 2026.
Q What qualifications or experience are required to start as a cleaning staff member in Australia?
Fair Work Ombudsman states no formal education or prior experience is required for entry-level cleaning roles under the Cleaning Services Award as of 2026. Employers must provide training for safe work practices within the first few weeks. A White Card (construction induction) is mandatory only for cleaning on construction sites, costing AU$100-150.
Q What documents do I need to apply for and start a cleaning staff job in Australia?
Fair Work Ombudsman requires a Tax File Number (TFN) from the ATO, Right to Work evidence (passport or visa for internationals), and a bank account for superannuation payments to commence employment in 2026. For casual roles, include availability details in your application. Superannuation guarantee is 12% of ordinary time earnings from 1 July 2026.
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