Building Maintenance Officer

Diamantina Shire Local Disaster Management Group; Bedourie; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamantina Shire Council seeks a skilled Maintenance Officer to join the Infrastructure Services team in Bedourie. The role covers maintaining and repairing Council buildings, housing, facilities and minor infrastructure, with independent work and strong customer service focus.

Reporting to the Building Maintenance Supervisor, you will manage priorities, operate tools safely, and contribute to safety and continuous improvement practices. A trade background and driver licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in general building, property or facilities maintenance.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment safely with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake scheduled and responsive maintenance and repairs.
• Carry out carpentry, plumbing, painting, plastering and minor repairs.
• Inspect buildings and facilities and report maintenance issues.
• Assist with condition assessments and refurbishment projects.
• Plan and prioritise maintenance programs and work requests.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Painting

General maintenance

Plastering

Minor repairs

Safety compliance

Customer service

Communication

Education

Trade certificate in carpentry

Trade certificate in plumbing

Electrical qualification

Job description

Maintenance and Handyperson Services (Trades and Services)

Government to Local (Government and Defence)

Full time

Customer Service

Plumbing

Diamantina Shire Council is seeking a skilled and reliable Maintenance Officer to join our Infrastructure Services team in Bedourie.

Reporting to the Building Maintenance Supervisor, the position is responsible for maintaining and repairing Council buildings, housing, facilities and minor infrastructure. The role suits a practical person who can work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver quality workmanship and customer service.

Key responsibilities

The Maintenance Officer will: undertake scheduled and responsive maintenance and repairs complete general carpentry, plumbing, painting, plastering and minor repair work within the scope of the role inspect buildings, facilities and property assets and report maintenance issues assist with condition assessments and refurbishment projects monitor contractors completing minor maintenance works plan and prioritise maintenance programs and work requests operate tools, equipment and plant safely complete safety, job management and maintenance records respond professionally to customer and community requests assist with maintenance support for community events contribute to continuous improvement and safe work practices.

About you

The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience in general building, property or facilities maintenance, including repairs, renovations, refurbishment and the installation of fittings and fixtures.

You will be able to use a range of tools and equipment safely, work with minimal supervision and contribute positively as part of a team. Strong communication, customer service, initiative and problem-solving skills are also required.

Essential requirements

Essential requirements include a trade certificate in carpentry, plumbing or electrical, and/or extensive relevant experience in building construction and facilities maintenance. Applicants must also hold a Queensland C Class Driver Licence or higher and a Construction Safety Induction Card.

Experience operating plant, equipment and power tools, an HR Truck Licence, forklift ticket, First Aid and CPR qualifications, and experience working at heights or in confined spaces are desirable.

Applications previously received will remain on file and will be considered for the positions for which candidates have already expressed interest.

Diamantina Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit-based selection principles.

Salary:Attractive package will be offered to right candidate