Maintenance Officer - Outdoor Specialist / Royal National Park
Division/Branch: Youthworks Outdoors
Location: Port Hacking Centres, Royal National Park (Sutherland), NSW
Job type: Full time
Closing date: As soon as position filled
Youthworks is seeking a Maintenance Officer - Outdoor Specialist to join our team at Port Hacking, situated in the beautiful Royal National Park, just outside Sutherland. This full time role will be contributing to our guests’ satisfaction and enhance Youthworks’ reputation, whilst undertaking maintenance responsibilities to ensure quality service from start to finish.
Youthworks Outdoors provide a place of temporary community for groups for relational and personal growth. We are intentional partners to schools, churches and like-minded community groups through networking, collaboration, and facilitation of Word ministry. We are providers of outstanding venues in amazing locations and Christian hospitality. We believe our interactions with our guests and each other are opportunities to promote and proclaim the gospel.
About the role
No split shifts – (38 hour week)
Tools provided
Large variety of tasks
Supportive team
Your responsibilities
Grounds and Outdoor Maintenance
Responsible for the presentation, upkeep, and general maintenance of all outdoor areas across Youthworks Port Hacking under the direction of the Maintenance Coordinator
Operate and maintain outdoor equipment including ride-on mowers, push mowers, edgers, blowers, and other groundskeeping tools safely and effectively
Mow lawns, edge pathways, prune gardens, maintain hedges, undertake bush care, and complete general gardening duties across the site
Carry out regular weeding, leaf blowing, rubbish collection, and outdoor cleaning to ensure grounds remain safe, tidy, and well presented
Monitor outdoor areas for hazards, damage, or maintenance needs and report issues promptly
Assist with maintaining outdoor equipment, storage areas, and workshops in a clean, organised, and safe condition
Maintenance Support
Assist the maintenance team with general repairs, upkeep, and maintenance tasks across cabins, accommodation facilities, amenities, and common areas as required
Respond to maintenance requests and assist with minor repairs, painting, refurbishment work, and manual handling tasks
Ensure all tools and equipment are used safely and any faults or hazards are reported promptly
Maintain a professional and positive approach while interacting with guests, staff, contractors, volunteers, and visitors
People
Provideguidance andmentoringtocasuals, volunteers and other staffassisting with out-door maintenance and grounds tasks
Encourage safe work practices, teamwork, and positive participation while working
Systems and Safety
Adhere to workplace health and safety procedures and safe manual handling practices atall times
Maintain relevant maintenance records and report hazards, incidents, and operational is-sues promptly
Supportand recommend improvementsto the maintenance coordinator
You will need to demonstrate
A passion for the outdoors
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and to be flexible to reflect changes in priority
A systematic and focused approach to tasks with a strong attention to detail
An ability to work with a wide range of staff to achieve effective outcomes
Strong work ethos
Strong customer focus
Good personal presentation
Willingness to work in an overtly Christian environment and within an Anglican organisation
Commitment to work withYouthworks mission
Verified and Cleared Working with Children Check number for paid employment
What we would really like you to have
Personal Christian faith
Experience working in landscaping, gardening, greenkeeping or bush care.
WorkSafe NSW Licenses
Qualifications related to horticulture or green keeping
Proven knowledge of Industry and Safety Standards
First aid qualifications
Additional information
Current drivers license and own transport is essential as there is no public transport anywhere near Port Hacking Conference Centres.
How to apply
Obtain the Position Description.
Submit in writing a cover letter and resume by clicking 'Apply Now' below.
Your application should address all selection criteria listed in the position description and include current qualifications, relevant professional experience and any Christian ministry involvement.
Youthworks Conference Centres is committed to participating in the NSW Working with Children Checksprogram, and successful applicants must have a valid Working with Children Check ID number for paid employment before an offer of employment can be made. Persons who are ineligible need not apply.
General enquiries can be directed to Human Resources humanresources@youthworks.net.
Only candidates with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
If your skills are a fit, you will be contacted by a member of our recruitment/HR team.
To note applications cannot be processed until a completed application form is submitted.