Maintenance Planning Officer

Council Jobs; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-call allowance

Council supplied laptop, iPad andphone

9-day fortnight roster

Annual leave options

Job summary

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a skilled Maintenance Planning Officer to join our Facilities & Open Spaces Program. This permanent full-time role includes an on-call roster and an on-call allowance.

You will plan, schedule and coordinate reactive and preventative maintenance across council assets, with 50% office-based work and strong coordination with contractors and internal teams to ensure safe, efficient delivery.

Qualifications

• Trade background or qualification with demonstrated experience in building maintenance
• Minimum two years' industry experience
• Current Queensland White Card
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications
• Current Queensland C Class Driver Licence (or ability to obtain)
• Experience using maintenance management systems and MS Office

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate reactive and preventative maintenance across buildings and community assets
• Schedule works and manage competing priorities
• Coordinate with contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure safety and high-quality delivery
• Utilise Assetic and reporting systems to track progress and compliance
• Contribute to on-call roster duties and incident response

Skills

Maintenance planning

Contractor coordination

Plans interpretation

Time management

Communication

On-call readiness

Education

White Card (Construction Industry)

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Driver Licence (C Class)

Tools

Assetic

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Planning Officer to join our dynamic team within the Facilities & Open Spaces Program. This is a Permanent Full-Time opportunity within the Facilities & Open Spaces Program and includes participation in an on-call roster (on-call allowance applicable).

About this opportunity:

In this role, you will be responsible for planning, scheduling and coordinating reactive and preventative maintenance activities across Council's building and community assets. The position requires strong organisational skills, the ability to manage competing priorities, and confidence working within maintenance management systems such as Assetic.

The role is approximately 50% office-based and involves close coordination with internal stakeholders, contractors and operational teams to ensure maintenance works are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard. Participation in an on-call roster is required.

This is a great opportunity to combine your technical trade background with planning, coordination, and project management responsibilities in a supportive and collaborative environment.

About You

You are a practical and organised professional with experience in building maintenance and contractor coordination. You enjoy planning and prioritising work, solving problems, and ensuring high-quality maintenance outcomes.

You bring:

• Experience planning and coordinating maintenance works and projects
• Strong ability to manage contractors and ensure quality, safety, and compliance
• Practical knowledge of building maintenance and construction-related activities
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and technical documentation
• Sound computer skills and experience using systems for work management and reporting
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills and a customer-focused approach

You are reliable, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused, with a commitment to safe and efficient service delivery.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Relevant trade qualification or demonstrated trade background
• Minimum two years' industry experience
• Current Queensland Construction Industry White Card
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications
• Current Queensland "C" Class Driver Licence (or ability to obtain)
• Demonstrated computer literacy and ability to use maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to participate in an on-call roster
• Experience in a Local Government environment

Why work for Mackay Regional Council?

We offer competitive benefits, flexible work options, professional development, wellbeing initiatives, and more.

• Base annual rate from $90,828- $92,835
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• 9-day fortnight roster (conditions apply)
• Salary sacrificing options (where applicable)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Active social clubs
• Council supplied laptop, iPad and phone

Applications Close: 26 November 2026

Important information for applicants:

Applicants must have the appropriate working rights for Australia

Pre-employment checks will include medical assessment and drug and alcohol testing

Mackay Regional Council is anEqual Employment Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to all opportunities available. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises the unique contributions and perspectives of our employees, working together to deliver extraordinary results.