Maintenance Technician

CBRE Group, Inc.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. in Sydney is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance across building systems, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and general facilities tasks. You will manage work orders, coordinate with contractors, and ensure safety standards are followed on site.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of maintenance experience, plus basic MS Office skills and a proactive approach to problem solving in a corporate environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of hands-on maintenance experience is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and general building systems.
• Good communication and organisational skills, with a proactive approach to resolving issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs across mechanical, electrical and general building systems.
• Conduct routine inspections, identify faults and complete straightforward repairs.
• Maintain building assets such as lighting, plumbing fixtures, doors, locks and other general facilities equipment.
• Assist with the installation and modification of building equipment and systems.
• Review assigned work orders, update maintenance records and track jobs through to completion.
• Respond to maintenance issues and follow identified defects through to resolution.
• Support contractors onsite and ensure work is completed in line with site safety requirements.
• Help ensure building systems operate safely and efficiently and comply with applicable codes and safety procedures.
• Follow established procedures and communicate maintenance issues and updates clearly.

Skills

General maintenance

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

• Multinational technology client
• Hands-on Facilities Maintenance & Work Order Coordinator in a Corporate Environment
• Sydney | New South Wales

About CBRE

CBRE is the world's leading and largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, servicing over 90% of the world’s Fortune 100 companies. Our Global Workplace Solutions division (GWS) is comprised of the best and brightest industry professionals, at the forefront of innovation, and highly invested in the development and unique needs of our diverse employees and global clients.

About the Role:

As a CBRE Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining small to medium-sized buildings, industrial systems, and equipment. This role requires extensive painting and facilities upkeep activities, as well as administrative support through multiple work order and ticketing systems to ensure timely tracking, coordination, and completion of maintenance requests.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs across mechanical, electrical and general building systems.
• Conduct routine inspections, identify faults and complete straightforward repairs.
• Maintain building assets such as lighting, plumbing fixtures, doors, locks and other general facilities equipment.
• Assist with the installation and modification of building equipment and systems.
• Review assigned work orders, update maintenance records and track jobs through to completion.
• Respond to maintenance issues and follow identified defects through to resolution.
• Support contractors onsite and ensure work is completed in line with site safety requirements.
• Help ensure building systems operate safely and efficiently and comply with applicable codes and safety procedures.
• Follow established procedures and communicate maintenance issues and updates clearly.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma, GED or trade school qualification with 1–2 years of relevant hands-on maintenance experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Practical experience carrying out general building maintenance, troubleshooting and basic repairs.
• Basic working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and general building systems.
• Ability to follow established maintenance procedures, work routines and safety standards.
• Good communication and organisational skills, with a proactive and inquisitive approach to resolving issues.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders and lifting/carrying loads of 50 lbs (approximately 23 kg) or more.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential.

We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.