Reactive Maintenance Officer

City of Whittlesea; Whittlesea; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Fortnightly RDO

Wellbeing program with exercise & gym

Job summary

The City of Whittlesea is seeking a Reactive Maintenance Officer to join the Civil Works team. You will contribute to asphalt repairs, drainage maintenance and general road maintenance across our municipal area with a focus on reliability and community safety.

Successful applicants will have hands-on maintenance experience, operate relevant plant or machinery, and hold a current MR licence or higher. The role is full-time and based on site in Whittlesea, with a supportive wellbeing program and

Qualifications

• Previous hands-on experience on roadside and infrastructure maintenance tasks.
• Operate plant or machinery in roadside, grounds, civil or similar environments.
• Current MR licence or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out asphalt repairs including potholes, pavement and road surface repairs.
• Maintain open drainage systems, table drains and related infrastructure.
• Assist with maintenance, cleaning and presentation of roads and related council infrastructure.

Skills

Roadside maintenance experience

Plant operation

MR licence

Job description

Core Intro

The City of Whittlesea is unique. We are a growing and diverse Council, offering interesting work and exciting opportunities to explore. Here, you will find a team of friendly and authentic people who, together, create a fun and supportive environment. It is a place where the real you is welcomed, your wellbeing is prioritised and your work matters. If you are inspired by delivering for our community, have a desire to grow, and can bring a positive energy to share with your talented colleagues, then you might just find your place with us.

The part you will play

As part of the Civil Works team you will work closely with the internal stakeholders/Community.

• Working on Asphalt Repairs, including potholes, pavement and road surface repairs
• Maintain open drainage systems, including table drains and associated drainage infrastructure
• Assist with the maintenance, cleaning and presentation of roads, roadsides and other Coucil infrustructure

Let’s talk about you

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Are you someone who prides themselves on a solid days work
• Have you had previous hands on experience on roadside and infrastructure maintenance tasks
• Operate plant or machinery in a roadside, grounds, civil or similar enviroment
• Have a current MR licence or greater

Why you will love working with us

In addition to the role, we also offer a variety of benefits. Here are just a few:

• The total remuneration package is Band 3 - Salary $73,961.68 + Super
• This is a full time role and provides a fortnightly RDO
• Comprehensive Wellbeing program, including free exercise classes and discounted gym access

There are many more benefits available to you, check them out by visiting our website using this link.

Your next steps

This advert is only meant to provide you with an overview, for more details on what makes this a great opportunity, please download the full PD or if you would like to ask questions, please contact Andrew Jamieson, Unit Manager Civil Works on 9217 2170

We welcome applications from international candidates if you have a valid Visa to work in Australia.

The closing date is 12:00am Friday 30 October 2026.

We will review applications as they are received and may organise interviews before the closing date, so dont delay your application if you are interested in being considered. For more information on next steps once you have submitted your application, visit the City of Whittlesea Recruitment page.

We recognise that our people are diverse, we create a work environment where all people feel like they can bring their true selves to work, every day. Research tells us that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don’t apply for roles if they don’t meet all the criteria – unlike a majority of candidates who meet significantly fewer requirements. We support and encourage you to apply if you are interested; we’d love to know how your unique experience can enhance our team. If you require an adjustment at any time during the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed above, along with your preferred method of communication.

Position Description: Reactive Maintenance Officer PD

We are one of the largest and fastest-growing municipalities in Australia. As a local government organisation, we play a pivotal role in the everyday lives of our community. Our vision is to make Whittlesea 2040: A Place for All by ensuring our residents can enjoy access to local services, facilities and infrastructure.

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