Defects & Maintenance Works Manager | Lead Projects & Safety

MPA

Sydney

On-site

AUD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

32 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Fully maintained company vehicle
Competitive salary package
Annual wellbeing voucher
Health, wellbeing and support programs

Job summary

MPA, a leading workplace fit-out specialist in Sydney, is seeking an experienced Works Manager to lead Defects and Maintenance across commercial projects. You will manage defect rectification, maintenance and small works, coordinate subcontractors, uphold safety standards and deliver on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has a trade background, CERT IV in Building & Construction, and hands-on experience with Procore or similar software.

Qualifications

  • Experience managing commercial defects, maintenance or small works.
  • Trade background with building trades highly regarded.
  • Excellent organisation and time management skills.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Polished and professional presentation.
  • Confidence managing multiple priorities without losing attention to detail.
  • Sound judgement, common sense and the maturity to make decisions independently.
  • Grit, resilience and accountability—you don't wait for problems to become someone else's.
  • A genuine commitment to safety, quality and customer service.

Responsibilities

  • Manage defect liability period (DLP) works from start to finish.
  • Coordinate maintenance requests and small commercial works.
  • Plan, schedule and manage subcontractors across multiple sites.
  • Provide technical guidance and practical solutions on-site.
  • Price minor works and coordinate quotations.
  • Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication.
  • Ensure all works are completed safely, on time and within budget.
  • Uphold MPA's high standards of workmanship and customer service.
  • Maintain accurate reporting and project documentation.
  • Champion MPA's Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) standards.

Skills

Defects management
Maintenance planning
Contractor coordination
Health & safety focus
Communication skills

Education

Cert IV in Building & Construction

Tools

Procore
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Job description

MPA, a leading workplace fit-out specialist in Sydney, is seeking an experienced Works Manager to lead Defects and Maintenance across commercial projects. You will manage defect rectification, maintenance and small works, coordinate subcontractors, uphold safety standards and deliver on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has a trade background, CERT IV in Building & Construction, and hands-on experience with Procore or similar software.

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