Playground Maintenance Technician | Brisbane, QLD

JamesVale Recruitment Pty.; Logan City; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Work phone

Third-party playground safety training

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Play Force seeks a Maintenance Technician to service Brisbane and surrounding regions, including the Gold Coast. The role is full-time with an attractive hourly rate, company vehicle, and work phone. Third-party playground safety training is provided, with opportunity for career progression in a safety-focused team.

Ideal candidates will hold a QLD manual licence, blue card, 2 years in maintenance, and be willing to learn and grow with the company at Logan Village.

Qualifications

• QLD Manual Driver’s Licence mandatory.
• Blue Card and Positive Notice Blue Card required (can be obtained on start).
• 2 years experience in a maintenance role is mandatory.
• English communication skills required.
• Desirable: MR/HR Licence and Forklift Licence.
• Experience in welding or similar tasks is a plus.
• Playground industry knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on playgrounds and other recreation facilities.
• Operate hand, powered and specialised tools safely.
• Operate vehicles, trucks and small plant responsibly.
• Replenish materials and prepare tools before departures.
• Maintain work quality and minimise environmental disturbance.
• Report daily activities and improvements to management.
• Maintain accurate job records including labour hours and materials.
• Work effectively in a team or autonomously as required.

Skills

Driver's Licence

Blue Card

Positive Notice Blue Card

English communication

2 years maintenance experience

Welding

MR/HR Licence

Forklift Licence (LF)

Playground industry knowledge

Tools

Forklift Licence (LF)

MR/HR Licence

Job description

Playground Maintenance Technician | Brisbane, QLD

Posted On 12/10/2026

Job Information

Trade and Services

Competitive remuneration, work phone & vehicle

City Logan Village

State/Province Queensland

4207

Job Description

• Join a well-established company that provides high-quality, industry-leading solutions for enjoyable playground experiences.
  
• Full-time role with an attractive hourly rate, plus superannuation.
  
• Company vehicle and work phone will be provided.
  
• Third-party playground safety training course provided.
  

The Company…
Play Force specialises in customised playground inspections and maintenance to ensure safety and enjoyment for all users. Their thorough assessments adhere to Australian Standards, promptly providing detailed maintenance recommendations. With proactive routine inspections and quick resolution of serious issues, they prioritise children's safety and peace of mind for all stakeholders.

Play Force is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join their growing team. They welcome candidates who are motivated to progress in their careers, willing to learn the business, and potentially grow into a leadership role. This is a great opportunity to build a long-term future with a company that values ambition and initiative. The role will be based at their Logan Village facility.

The Position…

The position being offered is a dynamic and autonomous role, providing variety where no work day is the same! The Maintenance Technician role will be responsible for servicing clients in the Brisbane area and surrounding regions (e.g. Gold Coast). Full training & induction will be provided to the successful candidate.

Key responsibilities of this role include:

• Performing maintenance and repairs on playgrounds and other recreational facilities.
  
• Operating hand, powered and specialised tools.
  
• Operating vehicles, trucks and small plant responsibly and safely.
  
• Replenishing stocked materials and preparing tools before departure.
  
• Maintaining work quality to meet client expectations, as well as minimising environmental disruption and community disturbance.
  
• Communicating effectively with management, reporting daily activities, environmental issues, and improvement opportunities.
  
• Maintaining accurate job records, including labour hours and materials.
  
• Work effectively in a team environment, as well as having the ability to work autonomously and take direction.
  
• Fostering positive relationships with team members, contractors, suppliers, and service providers.
  

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• QLD Manual Driver’s Licence (mandatory)
  
• Blue or White construction induction card (mandatory)
  
• Positive Notice Blue Card – Paid Employment (mandatory; can be obtained when commencing the job)
  
• 2 years of experience in a Maintenance role (mandatory)
  
• MR or HR Licence (desirable)
  
• LF Forklift Truck Licence (desirable)
  
• Competent in written and verbal English communication
  
• Competent in welding and similar tasks (desirable)
  
• Playground related industry knowledge (desirable)
  
• Good organisational skills and high attention to detail
  

The Benefits…

Play Force is offering a permanent full-time position, along with an attractive hourly rate (negotiable based on experience) plus superannuation.

In addition, you will be provided with the following:

• Company vehicle that can be taken home each night
  
• Work Phone
  
• Initial training induction program, as well as ongoing training development opportunities
  
• Third-party playground safety training course provided