Building Maintenance Officer: Painter (Flexible 4-Day Week)

Strathfield Municipal Council; Strathfield; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Compressed four‑day week

Learning and development

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Health & Wellbeing Reimbursement

Roadshow lunches

Leave entitlements under NSW Local Gov

Job summary

Strathfield Council is seeking a Building Maintenance Officer - Painter to maintain and improve council-owned buildings through painting and surface maintenance. You will lead with professionalism, coordinate materials and ensure compliance with safety standards, contributing to a positive workplace culture.

The role offers a 35-hour week, permanent full-time status, and a structured pay progression with annual upgrades. Applications close 16 November 2026, contact People & Culture for details.

Qualifications

• Hold a trade licence qualification related to the work performed.
• Hold TAFE or other industry qualifications relative to the trade position.
• Demonstrated experience in painting, varnishing and applying coating to buildings.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing estimates and quotations.
• General Safety (White Card) Induction Certificate.
• NSW Class ‘C’ Drivers Licence.
• Demonstrated positive approach to provision of customer service.

Responsibilities

• Undertake painting, decorating, varnishing and surface preparation works across Council-owned buildings and facilities.
• Inspect surfaces, interpret drawings and specifications, and determine materials and procedures.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance activities, including sourcing materials, tools and equipment.
• Investigate faults and prepare reports on work completed.
• Obtain quotations and maintain records of materials, labour and costs.
• Ensure work complies with safety requirements and legislation.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors and suppliers to minimise disruption.

Skills

Painting

Customer service

Communication

Education

TAFE qualification

Trade certificate

Job description

Strathfield Council is seeking a Building Maintenance Officer - Painter to maintain and improve council-owned buildings through painting and surface maintenance. You will lead with professionalism, coordinate materials and ensure compliance with safety standards, contributing to a positive workplace culture.

The role offers a 35-hour week, permanent full-time status, and a structured pay progression with annual upgrades. Applications close 16 November 2026, contact People & Culture for details.