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.