Building Technician

Cushman & Wakefield; Queensland; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is hiring a Building Maintenance Technician to support a healthcare facility. You will perform general maintenance, including carpentry, painting, tiling and minor repairs, while coordinating with hospital teams to minimise disruption and maintain safety.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience in complex facilities, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work autonomously in a regulated environment. A White Card and valid driver’s licence are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance or multi-trade roles.
• Skills across carpentry, plastering, painting, tiling and minor repairs.
• Experience in complex facilities, hospital or clinical environments preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to work safely in a highly regulated environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver’s licence and ability to obtain required clearances.

Responsibilities

• Deliver general building maintenance including carpentry, patching, painting and minor repairs.
• Maintain doors, hardware, ceilings, partitions and finishes.
• Assist with minor trade works within your competency.
• Coordinate with specialist contractors for complex works.
• Respond to urgent maintenance issues impacting hospital operations.
• Complete fabric inspections and asset lifecycle replacement tasks.
• Support planned maintenance programs and compliance activities.
• Liaise with hospital staff to minimise disruption during works.
• Ensure all work complies with infection control and WHS requirements.

Skills

Carpentry

Painting

Tiling

Minor repairs

Building upkeep

Problem solving

Communication

Autonomy

White Card

Tools

Electrical knowledge

Basic plumbing

Job description

Job Title Building Technician

Job Description Summary: Building Maintenance Technician Full Time | Integrated Facilities Management

As a Building Maintenance Technician, you’ll carry out a mix of planned maintenance, reactive repairs, minor works and building fabric upkeep across the healthcare facility. You’ll work closely with other trades, FM teams and hospital staff to ensure the building remains safe, functional and compliant at all times. This role offers exposure to a wide range of building systems and tasks — perfect for someone who enjoys hands‑on work and thrives in a dynamic environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering general building maintenance including carpentry, patching, painting and minor repairs
• Maintaining doors, hardware, ceilings, partitions and building finishes
• Assisting with minor trade works within your competency
• Coordinating with specialist contractors for complex or licensed works
• Responding to urgent maintenance issues impacting hospital operations
• Completing building fabric inspections and asset lifecycle replacement tasks
• Supporting planned maintenance programs and compliance activities
• Liaising with hospital staff to minimise disruption during works
• Ensuring all work complies with infection control and WHS requirements

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in building maintenance, handyperson or multi‑trade roles
• Skills across basic carpentry, plastering, painting, tiling, minor repairs and general building upkeep
• Experience in complex facilities — hospital or clinical environments highly regarded
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work autonomously
• Ability to work safely in a highly regulated environment
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Valid driver’s licence, White Card and ability to obtain relevant clearances
• Desirable skills/licences: EWP / High Risk Boom
• Basic plumbing or electrical knowledge
• Experience with minor fit‑outs, de‑fits or small works
• Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights and in plant rooms

Why Join Cushman & Wakefield in Healthcare?

• Purpose‑driven work in a critical healthcare environment
• A stable, long‑term contract with ongoing career opportunities
• Exposure to diverse building systems and maintenance tasks
• National trade specialists, engineering support and strong safety frameworks
• A global organisation with pathways across IFM, trades and technical services

Ready to Make an Impact

If you’re a proactive, safety‑focused Building Maintenance Technician who enjoys hands‑on work and solving problems, we’d love to hear from you.

As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply.

Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award‑winning culture.

For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com