Maintenance Co-ordinator - Outdoor Specialist / Shoalhaven

Division/Branch: Youthworks Outdoors

Location: Shoalhaven Centres, Nowra, NSW

Job type: Full time

Closing date: As soon as position filled

Youthworks is seeking a Maintenance Co-ordinator - Outdoor Specialist to join our team at Shoalhaven. 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

• The Maintenance Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management of maintenance of the Shoalhaven property, necessary to support the Youthworks Outdoors team. This role is important in ensuring that the properties are maintained to the highest standards and within budget, and that the Youthworks Outdoors programs are well-equipped with the necessary infrastructure to achieve organisational objectives.

Your responsibilities

‍ Main duties and responsibilities Maintenance Management:

o Oversee the day-to-day maintenance of the Shoalhaven & Kangaroo Valley properties ensuring they meet operational and regulatory standards.

o Coordinate all maintenance contractors ensuring the scope of works is completed within listed requirements and budget.

o Make recommendations to the Centre Manager regarding changes to scheduled maintenance.

o Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and legislation.

Staff Management:

o Oversee maintenance staff at the Shoalhaven property.

o Assign tasks to the maintenance staff according to individual skill sets and the priority of tasks.

o Assist the Centre Manager in the recruitment of maintenance staff.

o Train, mentor, and performance manage maintenance staff as required.

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Financial Management:

o Adhere to expenditure limits as approved by the Centre Manager.

o Ensure any invoices are authorized & entered into YW systems before the invoice due date.

o Ensure that all pay information is completed & submitted fortnightly.

Health and Safety Compliance:

o Ensure that all operations comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Continuous Improvement:

o Identify opportunities for process improvements and suggest strategies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of operations.

o Stay informed about industry trends and best practices to ensure that your part of Youthworks remains focused on Christian Ministry, competitive and innovative.

The above list is not exhaustive, and the role may change to meet the overall objectives of the company.

You will need to demonstrate

• • Demonstrate continual commitment to Youthworks’ Vision,

  Mission and Values

  • Work consistently with the values and ethos of Youthworks as a Christian employer

  • Adhere to Youthworks policies and procedures

  • Comply with Youthworks standards as well as industry regulations and safety standards

  • Attend Youthworks conferences, events and training as required

  • Propose and undertake appropriate professional development

  • Keep abreast of industry knowledge, initiatives and opportunities for continuous improvement

  • Ensure all relevant reporting occurs promptly, is enacted as needed and stored appropriately

  • Work autonomously and effectively in a ministry environment where it is important that time is used efficiently, honestly and resourcefully

  • Be an active team member participating in team meetings and devotions, and be an active member of the Youthworks community

• 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 Shoalhaven 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 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.