Hands-On Operations Assistant - Centre Maintenance & Safety

Forum Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Forum Recruitment is seeking an Operations Assistant to support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a busy shopping centre. Reporting to the Centre Manager and Operations Manager, you will assist with contractor coordination, risk management, safety procedures and centre presentation.

You will work closely with retailers and the Centre Management team, perform minor maintenance tasks, monitor essential services, and help ensure compliance with WHS requirements while supporting a

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance experience and readiness to handle daily operational tasks.
• Knowledge of WHS requirements, risk management and relevant legislation.
• Strong communication and teamwork with contractors, retailers and stakeholders.
• Proactive approach to safety, security and centre presentation.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain statutory licences and ongoing training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance, cleanliness, presentation and operation of the centre and assets.
• Liaise with service contractors across essential services (air conditioning, security, lifts, fire equipment, electrical, pest control).
• Support WHS, risk management, incident reporting and contractor compliance.
• Undertake minor maintenance and cleaning (painting, lighting, plumbing, gardening, plant room upkeep).
• Collaborate with Centre Management and retailers, support tenancy fit-outs, emergency procedures and promotional displays.

Skills

Maintenance skills

WHS knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Licence eligibility

Job description

Forum Recruitment is seeking an Operations Assistant to support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a busy shopping centre. Reporting to the Centre Manager and Operations Manager, you will assist with contractor coordination, risk management, safety procedures and centre presentation.

You will work closely with retailers and the Centre Management team, perform minor maintenance tasks, monitor essential services, and help ensure compliance with WHS requirements while supporting a