Maintenance Coordinator

Puthisastra; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Puthisastra in Cairns seeks a Maintenance Coordinator to oversee daily campus infrastructure, laboratories, and utility systems. You will plan preventive and corrective maintenance for HVAC, electrical networks, water supply, and classroom facilities.

With 2–3 years of hands‑on facility maintenance experience and a Bachelor’s degree or Technical Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management, you will manage work orders, supervise technicians, and coordinate with

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of hands-on facility maintenance experience
• Experience in HVAC, electrical, and water systems
• Ability to organize work orders and supervise staff

Responsibilities

• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of campus infrastructure
• Manage work orders and track asset history
• Coordinate with contractors and ensure safety compliance

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Electrical systems

Facility management

Work order systems

Energy conservation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Technical Diploma in Construction Management

Job description

Reporting directly to the maintenance supervisor, the Maintenance Coordinator oversees the daily operational maintenance of campus infrastructure, specialized laboratories and utility systems. This role is primarily responsible for managing, controlling, and planning preventive and corrective maintenance for key assets including HVAC/air conditioning systems, electrical networks (including backup generators), water supply, and classroom facilities to ensure a safe, functional, and energy-efficient learning environment.

1. Duties and responsibilities

• Utility & Asset Management: Monitor, control, and optimize electricity and water consumption across campus to support energy conservation and sustainability goals
• HVAC & Electrical Maintenance: Plan, schedule, and supervise regular maintenance and repair of all air conditioning systems, electrical panels, load distribution, power backups (generators/UPS), specialized infrastructure (laboratories, clinics and IT labs) and wiring setups
• Classroom & Building Operations: Oversee classroom and specialized laboratory setups, interior partitioning, fixture repairs, plumbing, and general facility readiness for academic and clinical use
• Work Order System Execution: Process, track, and execute maintenance requests via the campus work order system, ensuring rapid response times and high internal customer satisfaction
• Preventive Maintenance Planning: Develop and maintain routine maintenance schedules for campus buildings, utilities, and master equipment inventories
• Vendor & Contract Coordination: Assist the Facilities Management in drafting scope of work specifications for third-party contractors and inspecting completed repairs and renovations
• Supervision & Safety: Direct daily tasks for maintenance technicians, enforce campus safety standards, and train staff on equipment operation and safety protocols
• Reporting: Keep detailed logs of repairs, utility consumption patterns, and equipment replacements to report directly to Facilities Management

2. Qualifications and Requirements:

1. Experience:

• Minimum 2-3 years of hands-on experience in technical facility maintenance (plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC), preferably within a higher education institution, health sciences facility or commercial building
• Strong working knowledge of electrical load management, water distribution, A/C system troubleshooting, and general civil repairs

2. Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or Technical Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize work orders, and supervise technical staff
• Good record-keeping and reporting skills for tracking utility logs and asset history
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a customer-service mindset for handling UP requests
• Effective oral and written communication skills in Khmer and intermediate English (ability to read technical manuals and communicate with international staff)