Maintenance and Operations Officer

CQUniversity; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

5.4 weeks annual leave

10 days personal/sick leave

7.25 hours engaged service leave

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Flexible working hours

Job summary

CQUniversity is seeking a hands-on Facilities Officer to support day-to-day campus operations across Mackay region. You’ll set up events, relocate offices and furniture, assist trades staff, and perform general maintenance using tools such as mowers and whipper-snippers.

This role requires practical, reliable individuals who can work outdoors and independently or in a team, with flexibility for changing priorities and occasional urgent tasks.

Qualifications

• Perform a wide range of tasks, including basic maintenance and servicing of tools and equipment such as mowers, whipper-snippers and irrigation systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain campus grounds to ensure they remain clean, tidy and presentable.
• Perform a broad range of general services, including furniture relocations, fleet vehicle cleaning, event and function setup, and basic grounds maintenance.
• Work in compliance with Workplace Health and Safety regulations.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Maintenance

Groundskeeping

Event setup

General services

Tools

Mowers

Whipper-snippers

Irrigation systems

Job description

• Total Remuneration $80,178 to $89,333 pa (including salary of $67,752 to $75,488 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)
• Equivalent Hourly Rate: $35.81 to $39.90 per hour

• Total Remuneration $80,178 to $89,333 pa (including salary of $67,752 to $75,488 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)
• Equivalent Hourly Rate: $35.81 to $39.90 per hour

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

This is a hands‑on role with plenty of variety. You’ll support the day‑to‑day operation of our campuses, from setting up events and relocating offices and furniture, to assisting trades staff, carrying out general maintenance and keeping our grounds neat and well maintained.

You’ll work across a range of tasks and environments, using equipment such as mowers and whipper‑snippers, helping with minor repairs and maintenance, supporting deliveries and responding to jobs as they arise. No two days are likely to look the same.

We’re looking for someone who is practical, reliable and takes pride in their work. You’ll need to be comfortable working independently, as part of a team and outdoors, with the flexibility to respond to changing priorities and the occasional urgent job.

If you enjoy being active, solving practical problems and seeing the results of a job well done, we’d love to hear from you.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award‑winning superfund)
• 5.4 weeks annual leave (plus 3 working days paid at Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport
• Flexible working hours – alternate between early‑finish (6:30am–2:15pm) and standard day shifts (8:00am–4:00pm)

Position Requirements

• Perform a wide range of tasks, including basic maintenance and servicing of tools and equipment such as mowers, whipper‑snippers and irrigation systems.
• Maintain campus grounds to ensure they remain clean, tidy and presentable.
• Perform a broad range of general services, including furniture relocations, fleet vehicle cleaning, event and function setup, and basic grounds maintenance.
• Work in compliance with Workplace Health and Safety regulations.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Pre-Employment Checks

Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks, which may include a National Police Check and/or Working with Children Check (where applicable). The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful environment where its members can study, work and live free from gender‑based violence. In line with our organisational values and regulatory obligations, applicants may be required to declare any past or current allegations, investigations or findings relating to gender‑based violence. The successful candidate may also be required to demonstrate that they meet the “fit and proper person” criteria as required under applicable legislation and regulatory frameworks (including ASQA requirements where relevant).

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At CQUniversity, inclusivity is at the heart of who we are. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to succeed regardless of background or ability.

We advance reconciliation through our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), First Nations Workforce Strategy and our First Nations Cultural Competency Framework, strengthening opportunities for First Nations peoples and embedding cultural respect across our organisation.

Through our Disability‑Informed Action Plan, we continue to enhance accessibility and inclusion across our University. As a recognised member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, we actively promote awareness and understanding of non‑visible disabilities, helping to ensure everyone can bring their whole selves to work and thrive.

CQUniversity is also committed to providing an accessible, equitable and inclusive recruitment and selection process. The University will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment, selection, appointment and onboarding process to ensure people with disability can participate on an equal basis with others.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Tuesday, 20 October 2026

Job Requisition ID: 7706

Internal Position Title: Facilities Officer

Contact Details

• 4940 3229
• [e-mail]

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post‑study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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