About Us

East Grampians Health Service is based in Ararat and Willaura (Regional Victoria) and takes its name from the magnificent mountain range that provides a backdrop to both townships.  We are committed to providing quality care and services that meet the needs of the community, whilst continuously striving for improvement and aiming to lead the way in provision of health related services:

East Grampians Health Services success is underpinned by the work of our support services based across both Ararat and Willaura campuses. These include kitchen and food services, cleaning, supply, building and environmental maintenance. Additionally, EGHS operates and maintains its own café (Café Pyrenees) available to all staff, patients, visitors and the wider community. Each of these program areas are vital to ensuring the safe, efficient and welcoming environment of EGHS.

What We Offer

• Regional Lifestyle – explore our region
• A variety of employee benefits
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities

About The Role

• Undertake general maintenance and garden work as directed by the Maintenance Co-ordinator 
• Undertake all duties as described in the relevant work schedules
• Participate in a regular preventative maintenance program as set out by the Maintenance Co-ordinator
• Promote and encourage safe work practices for all staff and contractors
• Maintain inventory of gardening and grounds, tools and equipment
• Responsible for the clean, safe and secure storage of gardening and other facility equipment
• Ensure that all work is completed in line with OHS policy and procedures, Australian Standards and Legislative requirements
• Maintenance of EGHS vehicle fleet in a clean and serviceable condition
• Participate in Support Service quality improvement and maintenance audits across EGHS
• Participate in any requisitions as capable
• Undertake administrative duties pertaining to maintenance
• Complete catering and supply deliveries to Willaura
• Complete Home Care/HACC/ OT requests as directed by the Maintenance Co-ordinator
• Follow all infectious control guidelines

About You

• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to follow direction and to prioritise work
• Flexible to job needs
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Good work ethic and attention to detail
• Be friendly and have a great manner with all staff/clients/residents
• Respect patient privacy and confidentiality
• Knowledge of Occupation Health & Safety (OH&S)
• Horticulture experience would be advantageous
• Experience in preventable maintenance would be advantageous

Appointment is subject to immunisation clearance and current and satisfactory Employment Checks (Police and Working With Children Checks and NDIS Worker Screening Check).

East Grampians Health Service is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information please contact Ann Grierson, Manager Support Services on (03) 5352 9355.

Please ensure you address the selection criteria, attach an up to date resume including two business referees by close of business Friday 17th October 2025.