Leading Hand - Estate Upkeep Fire

Downer; Oakey; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure services company in Australia is inviting applications for the role of Leading Hand - Estate Upkeep Fire at Army Aviation Centre Oakey. The successful candidate will manage fire systems maintenance and coordinate emergency responses. Ideal applicants will have experience in fire systems, an open driver's license, and the ability to obtain a Defence Security Clearance. Join a diverse, high-performing team committed to delivering quality outcomes.

Benefits

Healthcare discounts

Savings on retail purchases

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Current Open Drivers Licence.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship is mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Fire systems minor maintenance, emergency response coordination.
• Provide condition assessment and asset data validation on assets identified for maintenance and or minor works.
• Ensure all work aligns with required standards and requirements.
• Support resolution of maintenance issues at the lowest level possible.

Skills

Experience with fire systems minor maintenance

Emergency response coordination

Job description

We're proud to announce a major milestone for Downer. Downer has been awarded the Property and Asset Services (PAS) contract to deliver base and estate services across their two largest regions NSW/ACT and QLD.

We're inviting applications to join our permanent workforce at Army Aviation Centre Oakey as a Leading Hand - Estate Upkeep Fire. We're committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute.

Commencing February 2026, we're looking for people from all backgrounds - whether you bring Defence experience, industry knowledge, or transferable skills from other sectors.

If you're passionate about contributing to Defence capability and want to be part of a high-performing, inclusive team - express your interest today.

What You'll Do

• Fire systems minor maintenance, emergency response coordination.
• Provide condition assessment and asset data validation on assets identified for maintenance and or minor works.
• Ensure all work aligns with required standards and requirements
• Support resolution of maintenance issues at lowest level possible

What You'll Bring

• Experience with fire systems minor maintenance and emergency response coordination
• Current Open Drivers Licence
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship is mandatory).

You'll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Why Downer?

At Downer, we plan, create, and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships, we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.

Downer is a sovereign-owned, ASX-listed Australian company and proud recipient of the Estate & Infrastructure Business of the Year (2025) and Prime Contractor of the Year for two consecutive years (2024, 2025).

What It Means to Belong at Downer

We're proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity, offering:

• Training and development to support and diversify your career.
• With 30% of vacancies filled internally you'll find real opportunities to advance your career.
• Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
• Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging. We're committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences.

What You'll Need to Apply

Please submit your application by following the link at the Apply Now button along with your CV and any applicable certificates and licenses.