Defence Estate Upkeep Supervisor (Base)

Service Stream; Darwin; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Access discounts and novated leasing

Paid leave incl. parental and defence

Culture of safety and inclusion

Job summary

Service Stream is seeking an Estate Upkeep (EU) Supervisor to lead the maintenance function across the Larrakeyah Defence Precinct. This permanent, full-time role reports to the PAS Manager and is based at the Defence site in NT.

You will manage in-house staff and external contractors, issue permits-to-work, conduct toolbox talks, and ensure safety, quality, and SLA adherence. Australian citizenship and Defence clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in estate upkeep or facilities management.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and permits-to-work.
• Experience managing in-house teams and external contractors.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with maintenance management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Estate Upkeep function across designated Base Security Areas.
• Coordinate in-house staff and external contractors.
• Issue permits-to-work and ensure safety compliance.
• Conduct toolbox talks and pre-start meetings.
• Perform post-work quality inspections and audits.
• Ensure SLA adherence across areas of responsibility.
• Maintain records and reports related to estate upkeep.
• Collaborate with the PAS Base Manager to develop maintenance schedules.
• Identify and address maintenance issues promptly and efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement best practices.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Safety regulations

Permits-to-work

Maintenance software

Communication skills

Team management

Education

Facilities management qualification

Tools

Maintenance management software

Job description

Service Stream is seeking an Estate Upkeep (EU) Supervisor to lead the maintenance function across the Larrakeyah Defence Precinct. This permanent, full-time role reports to the PAS Manager and is based at the Defence site in NT.

You will manage in-house staff and external contractors, issue permits-to-work, conduct toolbox talks, and ensure safety, quality, and SLA adherence. Australian citizenship and Defence clearance are required.