Handyperson/Gardener

Bethanie, Western Australia’s leading not for profit aged care and retirement living provider, has been warmly welcoming and caring for seniors for nearly 70 years. We strive to lead the change in the way Australians think about ageing, recognising ‘old age’ as a positive force in society and giving a voice to those who have seen it all and live to tell the tale.

Bethanie Community provides a wide variety of services to clients covering day to day living needs in their own homes including personal care, domestic and gardening services, respite services and social support.

As a Handyperson / Gardener, you will be providing our clients with gardening services within their homes the North Perth Metro Area. We cover areas working from Yanchep, Cottesloe, Middle Swan all the suburbs in between. This role works across all these locations.

This rewarding position will fulfil your interest in providing a supportive and compassionate service within aged care and giving something back to the community.

This role is being offered on a Permanent Part Time basis, working 4 days a week. The shifts will be either 7am – 3pm or 8am – 4pm.

The hourly rate is $29.45

You will have commuting use of a Bethanie work vehicle and an optional trailer with tools which you can bring home each evening or pick up from our Gwelup facility each day.

Our Community base is located in Gwelup so there will be the requirement to travel to this location on the odd occasion but travel mileage will be covered.

About You:

• Gardening and Lawn mowing experience
• Basic Handyman skills
• Current manual drivers licence, and ability to drive with a trailer
• Good communication skills, with the ability to communicate to clients and staff
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Ability to identify work place safety, and operate in a safe manner
• Current Police Clearance, or willingness to apply for one
• Willingness to uphold the Mission, Vision and Values of The Bethanie Group Inc.
• Willingness to obtain vaccinations (minimum of 1 COVID 19 vaccinations and annual flu vaccination)

Working with Bethanie

At Bethanie we are committed to being an employer of choice by creating a supportive and compassionate environment for our people, customers and residents.

As well as being part of a stimulating and nurturing work environment, you will also have access to the following benefits:

• Salary Packaging up to $15,899 per annum. Salary Packaging allows you to pay for your expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out. Pay less tax, and your take home pay increases
• Banking, insurance and retail discounts and benefits
• Rewarding career with a supportive culture
• Professional development and training opportunities

To Apply

Please click on apply to upload your resume and cover letter before the closing date of 18 July. We hope to interview sooner so don't delay!

Our application process will consist of an additional questionnaire to be completed in order to finalise your application. If you require any further information, please contact our Careers team on 131 151.