- Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Bordertown Memorial Hospital and Keith & Districts Healthcare
- Position based in Bordertown and Keith
- Salary: $67,589 - $72,033 p.a | OPS3
- Ongoing Full Time working over a 5-day roster
As the Facilities Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient and uninterrupted operation of facilities across Bordertown Hospital & Aged Care and Keith and District Healthcare sites. You will be responsible for coordinating maintenance services, overseeing contractors, managing fire and safety programs, and ensuring all plant, equipment, buildings and grounds are maintained to required standards. This is a hands-on leadership role that supports clinical services by maintaining safe, functional and compliant environments.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and manage maintenance services to ensure the safe, timely upkeep of buildings, plant, equipment and grounds.
- Lead day-to-day operations of the Maintenance Department, including supervision of staff and contractors.
- Ensure ongoing functionality of plant and equipment in line with service agreements and compliance requirements.
- Coordinate fire safety programs, evacuation procedures and emergency drills across sites.
- Maintain accurate maintenance, safety and building records to meet accreditation and legislative standards.
- Undertake and oversee hands-on maintenance activities, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, mechanical and grounds works as required.
What We Are Looking For:
- Do you have previous experience in a similar facilities or trade-related role?
- Are you able to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and work effectively with minimal supervision?
- Do you have the capability to supervise, direct and support staff and contractors?
- Are you confident working across multiple sites and participating in on-call arrangements?
Our Benefits
- Salary packages a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information.
- Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community.
- Support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program.
- Access to generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities.
- Relocation support: Up to $13,000 support available for relocation to Bordertown or Keith with up to 3 months (Domestic) accommodation provided (financial advice is recommended for fringe benefits tax purposes).
- Diversity and inclusion celebrated: fostering a workplace where individuality is valued, cultural differences are embraced, and everyone feels a strong sense of belonging.
Our Organisation
We serve a population of over 67,000 people in the Limestone Coast, as well as residents from Western Victoria. We employ over 1400 people, with 1.2% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and we are also supported by a team of approximately 600 hardworking volunteers.
The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services to communities across the south-east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the iconic coastline.
The region is renowned for its world-class wine, spectacular beaches and outdoor adventures, offering a life and career in balance like no other:
- Relaxed, affordable living with a strong sense of community.
- Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf.
- Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures.
- Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses.
- Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture.
- Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living.
Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN
Applicant Information
SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.
We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s)
- DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
- National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances)
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.
For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job Ref: 925915
Enquiries
Karen Pietsch
Nurse Unit Manager
Phone: 8752 9000
E-mail: Karen.Pietsch@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
Wednesday 28th January 2026 - 11:55PM
Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
925915 OPS3 Role Description.pdf
