Maintenance Officer - Outdoors Specialist

Be responsible for the presentation, upkeep, and general maintenance of all outdoor areas across Youthworks Port Hacking under the direction of the Maintenance Coordinator.....

DIVISION/BRANCH: Youthworks Outdoors

LOCATION: Port Hacking Conference Centres

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Coordinator

AWARD/CLASSIFICATION: Amusement, Events and Recreation Award 2020

KEY INTERACTIONS: Externally: Guests, Contractors

Internally: Maintenance Team, Guest Relations Team, Youthworks Outdoor Stakeholders

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time

DATE EFFECTIVE: May 2026

APPROVED BY: Head of Youthworks Outdoors

ANGLICAN YOUTHWORKS

Youthworks is chartered by ordinance to assist the Sydney Anglican diocese in its ministry towards children, youth, and families with the freedom to serve beyond this field (both denominationally and geographically). Youthworks therefore seeks to serve youth directly, as well as through the institutions where they may be found, namely in families, churches, and schools. It fulfils this through its vision, mission and values as stated on our website.

Youthworks Conference Centres

Youthworks Outdoors provides 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.

POSITION 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

• Provide guidance and mentoring to casuals, volunteers and other staff assisting with outdoor maintenance and grounds tasks
• Encourage safe work practices, teamwork, and positive participation while working

Systems and Safety

• Always adhere to workplace health and safety procedures and safe manual handling practices
• Maintain relevant maintenance records and report hazards, incidents, and operational issues promptly
• Support and recommend improvements to the maintenance coordinator

EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend Youthworks training events as required
• Adhere to Youthworks policies and procedures
• Keep abreast of industry knowledge, initiatives, and changes for continuous improvement in service delivery
• Perform additional duties within skill set as required from time to time
• Comply with Youthworks standards as well as industry regulations and safety standards
• Contribute to the improvement of the policies and procedures
• Ensure all relevant reporting occurs promptly, is enacted as needed and filed accordingly
• Model Christian behavior in all aspects of the role
• 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
• Demonstrate continual commitment to Youthworks’ Mission
• Work consistently with the values and ethos of Youthworks as a Christian employer

EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE (SELECTION CRITERIA)

Essential

• 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 with Youthworks mission
• Verified and Cleared Working with Children Check number for paid employment

Desirable

• Qualifications related to horticulture or green keeping
• Personal Christian faith
• First aid qualifications