Casual Property Maintenance Officer

McDermott Aviation; Cooroy; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott Aviation in Cooroy, Queensland, is seeking a hands-on Property Maintenance Officer to support multiple sites. The role focuses on preventative maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs, not major trades. You will work independently across locations to keep facilities safe, clean, and well-presented.

Casual hours 2–3 days per week offer varied, practical work within an established aviation business, with an emphasis on safety, reliability, and efficient task prioritisation.

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance, facilities, landscaping, or similar hands-on work.
• Practical ability with common tools and basic repairs.
• Ability to work independently across multiple sites.
• Strong time management and ability to prioritise tasks.
• Reliable, safety‑focused, and detail‑oriented.
• Driver’s licence and ability to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• General maintenance and minor repairs (handyman‑level tasks)
• Grounds upkeep including whipper snipping and basic landscaping
• Regular site inspections to identify hazards or maintenance issues
• Minor repairs in crew houses and safety houses
• Escalating plumbing, electrical, or structural issues to licensed trades
• Supporting external contractors with access and site readiness
• Maintaining clean, safe, and well‑presented facilities
• Working in line with workplace health and safety requirements

Skills

General maintenance

Grounds keeping

Basic repairs

Time management

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

About Us

McDermott Aviation is an aviation services company with operational sites across the Sunshine Coast and globally. We operate in a safety‑critical environment, where well‑maintained facilities are essential to daily operations.

Location: Cooroy

Employment type: Casual

About Us

McDermott Aviation is an aviation services company with operational sites across the Sunshine Coast and globally. We operate in a safety‑critical environment, where well‑maintained facilities are essential to daily operations.

About The Role

We’re looking for a hands‑on Property Maintenance Officer to support the upkeep and presentation of our facilities across multiple sites. This role focuses on preventative maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs rather than major trade work.

You’ll work independently across different locations, responding to day‑to‑day maintenance needs and helping ensure our operational environments remain safe and fit for purpose.

Key Responsibilities

• General maintenance and minor repairs (handyman‑level tasks)
• Grounds upkeep including whipper snipping and basic landscaping
• Regular site inspections to identify hazards or maintenance issues
• Minor repairs in crew houses and safety houses
• Escalating plumbing, electrical, or structural issues to licensed trades
• Supporting external contractors with access and site readiness
• Maintaining clean, safe, and well‑presented facilities
• Working in line with workplace health and safety requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in general maintenance, facilities, landscaping, or similar hands‑on work
• Practical ability with common tools and basic repairs
• Ability to work independently across multiple sites
• Strong time management and ability to prioritise tasks
• Reliable, safety‑focused, and detail‑oriented
• Driver’s licence and ability to travel between sites

What We Offer

• Casual hours - 2 to 3 days per week
• Varied, hands‑on work across multiple locations
• Supportive and practical team environment
• Stable role within an established aviation business