Facilities Officer

Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia; City Of Canning; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Australia seeks a proactive Facilities Officer to manage maintenance across various community facilities. The role involves coordinating contractors, ensuring safety compliance, and addressing maintenance requests. Ideal candidates have strong organizational skills, experience in building systems, and a commitment to customer service. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits including a monthly rostered day off and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Monthly rostered day off

On-call allowance

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Membership to local leisure facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities maintenance or building management.
• Ability to manage contractors and service personnel.
• Proactive, organized, able to manage multiple projects.
• Practical understanding of building systems, codes, and safety.
• C class driver's license and satisfactory National Police Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee routine maintenance across community buildings and infrastructure.
• Coordinate contractors and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Conduct inspections of properties for condition and compliance.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and manage costs.
• Maintain plant and equipment registers.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Building management

Project coordination

Customer service orientation

Attention to detail

Knowledge of building systems

Safety compliance

Technical support

Job description

Overview

Are you a proactive problem-solver who takes pride in maintaining safe and functional facilities? Do you have proven experience in facilities operations, maintenance and management?

About the Role

As a Facilities Officer, you’ll be responsible for coordinating a range of reactive and preventative maintenance across the City of Canning’s buildings, infrastructure and community facilities. From overseeing routine repairs and inspections to liaising with contractors and ensuring compliance with safety standards, no two days will be the same! This is a permanent full-time role with a mix of office and fieldwork in a welcoming and thriving local council. If you’re highly organised, service oriented and have a knack for keeping things running smoothly, apply now!

What you’ll be doing in the role

• Overseeing routine reactive and preventative maintenance across a diverse portfolio of community buildings, facilities, equipment, and infrastructure
• Coordinating contractors, trades and external service providers for maintenance and improvement projects (and ensuring their performance with safety and regulatory standards)
• Conducting inspections and reporting of properties and facilities for asset condition, maintenance needs and compliance purposes
• Ensuring council facilities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as all personnel and contractors under supervision
• Responding promptly to all maintenance requests and ensuring cost-effectiveness of assigned and approved maintenance and works
• Preparing and maintaining plant and equipment registers

Who we’re looking for

• You’re experienced in facilities maintenance, building management, operations and/or technical support
• You have the ability to coordinate and manage contractors, trades and service personnel (and ensure their performance)
• You’re proactive, highly organised and able to coordinate multiple projects and priorities
• You’re customer-focused and have a service orientated mindset. You’re also available to be on-call for 1 week every 4 weeks (allowance provided)
• You have a practical understanding of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc) and knowledge of building construction methods, building codes, compliance and standards
• You have a practical safety-first approach and understanding of work health and safety
• You have a keen eye for detail, particularly in identifying faults and required repairs
• You’re confident with computers, software and tablets/devices
• You have a C class driver’s license and able to provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance (less than 6 months old)

For more information on the essential requirements of this position please have a look at the Position Description attached to this job vacancy.

Why you will love working at the City

• A permanent, full-time opportunity in a welcoming and thriving local government
• Monthly rostered day off with ability to access a 9 day fortnight
• $87,219.60 - $92,552.83 per annum + super
• Commuter use of council vehicle (to and from work) and on-call allowance provision
• 17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave
• We match super contributions to help you save for your future
• Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skin checks and other well-being events
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Genuine commitment to learning and development
• Membership to Canning and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness)

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference. With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us ensure top-notch facilities across the City!

To view the position description and complete an application including your Resume and Cover Letter, visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY”. You may also contact Gerrit Engelbrecht, Service Lead Facilities at [e-mail] for a confidential discussion.

Applications are open until 5pm, Sunday 27 July 2025. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.