Maintenance Team Member

Mō te tūnga | About the role:

In this role, you will play a crucial part in providing comprehensive building maintenance services at our Gore facility, Resthaven. You will ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and to the highest standards.

A key responsibility will be monitoring and conducting checks in accordance with the Building Warrant of Fitness Compliance manual, handling both scheduled and emergency maintenance tasks. Your efforts will directly contribute to the seamless operation and ongoing upkeep of the facility, ensuring a safe and well-maintained environment for all.

Ngā kawenga | Key Responsibilities:

• providing building maintenance service for our properties in Gore
• keeping accurate records of work completed and adhering to all compliance requirements such as the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015
• monitoring the Building Warrant of Fitness Compliance manual checks including programmed and emergency maintenance
• ensuring all work is carried out within agreed timeline and budget.

Ngā pūkenga | What you will need to be successful:

• a full New Zealand drivers licence
• previous experience in a similar role
• understanding and commitment to ensure a safe and healthy workplace
• ability to prioritise and manage workload
• ability to work independently and as part of a team
• ability to build strong working relationships both internally with residents and staff and externally with suppliers and contractors
• trade qualification preferred but not essential.

Mō mātou | About us:

We are proud to be the largest social service and aged care provider in Southland. Our vision is a community where all people can make the most of their strengths, feel included, valued and safe. Within our organisation, we have two service divisions – Family Works and Enliven, our strength lies in the passion and dedication of our team of over 400 employees.

Enliven is dedicated to the well-being of the elderly, where we provide retirement living, residential aged care and community support across our Southland care homes.

Join us and embrace the vibrant cultural diversity and storied heritage of our organisation, it’s the fusion of past and present that defines our uniqueness and shapes our tomorrow. At our core is our commitment to those in our care and in our teams, to cultivate a community where individuals are empowered to leverage their unique strengths, feeling included, truly valued and safe.

Why you'll love working here:

• opportunities for personal and professional growth
• a supportive environment for achieving work-life balance and competitive wages that recognise your talents and contributions
• we are committed to excellence, innovation and shaping a workplace culture that values every individual
• a supportive team that cares about you and your family
• enjoy discounts and offers across a range of goods and services!

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:

If you have a positive can do attitude and are eager to contribute to our valued maintenance team, dedicated to maintaining a warm and inviting atmosphere for our residents, visitors and staff, then we want to hear from you!

Please note to be considered for this role you will need to be in New Zealand and have a current work visa.

Pre-employment checks may include criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing and a medical assessment.

Applications close: 20 December 2025

(Interviews and appointments with suitably experienced candidates may be conducted prior to closing date, so don't delay apply today!)