About Keyton
With over 75 villages and more than 17,000 residents nationally, Keyton is Australia’s leading owner and operator of retirement living communities. Leveraging over 30 years of experience, our teams work across the country in a variety of departments and business units, all share a common goal: We Lead with Heart, and we are committed to creating caring and fun-filled retirement communities.
Our purpose is to create places where communities thrive – not only for our residents, but importantly, for our employees also. We do this by creating safe, secure and connected independent living communities where residents can enjoy active and social lifestyles, close to essential services and amenities.
Your Day on A Page
An exciting opportunity has become available for an enthusiastic, committed and customer service focused Maintenance Officer to join our team at Townsend Park.
Nestled in the serene coastal suburb of Hove, Townsend Park is more than just a retirement village – it’s a vibrant, welcoming community where residents feel truly at home.
Your work will support our inviting communal areas and well-kept homes – all just a short stroll from Brighton Beach and the lively café culture of Jetty Road. Whether it’s keeping the barbecue spaces in top shape for social gatherings or simply helping residents feel safe and supported in their homes, your contribution will make a real difference every day.
You will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our properties by undertaking reactive and preventative maintenance activities and providing excellent customer service to our residents. We are seeking a proactive individual with strong communication skills, strong computer skills and a knack for problem-solving.
You will support our close-knit team on a part-time basis. No weekend work!

Shifts

• Wednesday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
• Thursday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
• Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm

Reporting to the Village Manager, your duties will include;

• Coordinating maintenance tasks, repairs, and inspections for residential properties
• Assisting with general upkeep and handyperson tasks including minor repairs and installations. Such tasks may include fixing clotheslines, paving, surface patching, removing blinds and awnings during resident move-outs, pressure cleaning, checking and reporting on air conditioning units, replacing fixtures and fittings
• Implementing and adhering to EHS procedures, ensuring safety of all residents, visitors and contractors
• Communicating effectively with residents to address maintenance requests promptly and efficiently
• Collaborating with external contractors to ensure timely completion of work orders
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities and update databases accordingly
• Assisting with various Adhoc duties where required, as directed by the Village Manager

About You

The successful applicant will have demonstrated competence as a maintenance assistant or handyperson or experience in a similar role, as well as:

• Be organised and able to effectively manage and prioritise multiple tasks
• Effective communication skills
• Understanding of machinery use and tools required for the job
• Ability to identify and conduct reactive and preventative general maintenance in homes
• A high level of understanding and commitment to EH&S and safety standards
• Take pride in your workmanship
• An exceptional respectful nature
• Currently hold an Australian Drivers Licence
• A current First Aid Certificate (or be willing to obtain one)
• Computer literate e.g. basic knowledge with using Excel, Word, Outlook, Apps
• The ability to take initiative and be pro-active
• The ability to work individually and in a team

Relevant internal training and inductions will be provided to the successful candidate on-site.

Keyton Perks & Benefits

• Generous leave entitlements, including 4x wellbeing leave days
• Training and working with a supportive and fun team
• Thrive as part of a strong team in an exceptional work environment
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Employer referral program
• Reward & Recognition Services
• Employee Deals
• Health & Wellbeing and Reward Program
• Unmind mental wellbeing app access
• Excellent company benefits and discounts on offer
• Discounted health insurance, annual vaccinations and skin checks
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents

Ready to Join the Fun?
If you take pride in your work, enjoy being part of a friendly team, and want to help create a place where people love to live, Townsend Park could be the perfect fit for you.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to the link below. In your cover letter, please highlight your interest in the Maintenance Officer opportunity and explain how your skills, qualifications and interests align with our requirements.
Please note: The successful applicant must complete a Police Check & will be required to receive an annual flu vaccination between the months of May-November, with supporting documentation prior to joining. For selected roles, pre-employment medical assessments will also be required prior to any employment offers being made.
At Keyton we celebrate diversity and acknowledge that what makes us different makes us stronger. We engage, enable and empower our people and support their individual needs. Inclusion sets us all up for success. We therefore encourage you to apply for roles in our business, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, race, age, religion, social background

Reporting to the Village Manager, your duties will include;

• Coordinating maintenance tasks, repairs, and inspections for residential properties
• Assisting with general upkeep and handyperson tasks including minor repairs and installations. Such tasks may include fixing clotheslines, paving, surface patching, removing blinds and awnings during resident move-outs, pressure cleaning, checking and reporting on air conditioning units, replacing fixtures and fittings
• Implementing and adhering to EHS procedures, ensuring safety of all residents, visitors and contractors
• Communicating effectively with residents to address maintenance requests promptly and efficiently
• Collaborating with external contractors to ensure timely completion of work orders
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities and update databases accordingly
• Assisting with various Adhoc duties where required, as directed by the Village Manage

The successful applicant will have demonstrated competence as a maintenance assistant or handyperson or experience in a similar role, as well as:

• Be organised and able to effectively manage and prioritise multiple tasks
• Effective communication skills
• Understanding of machinery use and tools required for the job
• Ability to identify and conduct reactive and preventative general maintenance in homes
• A high level of understanding and commitment to EH&S and safety standards
• Take pride in your workmanship
• An exceptional respectful nature
• Currently hold an Australian Drivers Licence
• A current First Aid Certificate (or be willing to obtain one)
• Computer literate e.g. basic knowledge with using Excel, Word, Outlook, Apps
• The ability to take initiative and be pro-active
• The ability to work individually and in a tea