Grounds and Maintenance Officer

About the role – Max Term Full Time for 12 Months Located in the Adelaide Hills

The Grounds & Maintenance Officer plays a key role in supporting the operations of Baptist Care SA’s Adventure Campsites by ensuring all grounds, facilities, vehicles, and equipment are maintained to a high standard through scheduled maintenance, inspections, and timely repairs. The role focuses on safety, compliance, and effective record-keeping, while working both independently and collaboratively to provide a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for guests and support the goals of the Adventure Pathways program.

Key responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Performing scheduled maintenance, inspections, and timely repairs on all campsite grounds, facilities, vehicles, and equipment.
• Undertake general grounds and property maintenance including landscaping, mowing, gardening, minor building repairs, and upkeep of outdoor areas.
• Responding promptly to unexpected issues such as breakages or failures to ensure uninterrupted campsite operations.
• Coordinating with contractors and other staff to complete maintenance tasks to a high standard.
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance requests, inspections, and completed work in line with compliance requirements.

About you:

You are a practical and reliable individual with strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to maintenance tasks. You take pride in your work, have a keen eye for detail, and are committed to maintaining safe, clean, and functional environments. With strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, you are proactive in managing your workload and align with the values and mission of Baptist Care SA.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

• Year 12 Certificate or equivalent.
• Experience as a handyperson and/or maintaining a facility in a similar context.
• Working knowledge of safe work practices and risk management practices and standards.
• Evidence of well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to maintain systems, processes and records for compliance.

About us:

We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia.  Together with Baptcare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care NSW/WA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre.  

Why work with us?

Baptist Care SA offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself.

You’ll also receive:

• A competitive salary on the FIA Award (Level 8) + super
• Salary packaging in addition to increase your take home pay 
• A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Support cultural and community obligations, including up to five days Paid Cultural Leave

We do not accept applications via email, however, for more information, please see our website, or reach out to Thomas Austin at taustin@baptistcaresa.org.au for a confidential discussion.

All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks as part of our commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people.

Baptist Care SA is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptcare (VIC, TAS), to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.