Building Maintenance Contract Officer at Hume City Council

Broadmeadows, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

83714.28

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Facility Management, Building Maintenance, Contract Management, Record Keeping, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Office Suite, Compliance, Safety Standards, Problem-Solving, Decision-Making, Coordination, Stakeholder Liaison, Preventative Maintenance

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Job Description Fixed Term Contract $83,714.28 per annum plus Superannuation Join the Building Maintenance team Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible. The Building Maintenance Contracts Officer is responsible for overseeing and coordinating maintenance activities, ensuring the upkeep, repair, and efficient operation of facilities, equipment, and infrastructure. This role involves managing contracts, liaising with contractors, and supporting the delivery of maintenance services across various sites. The officer ensures compliance with organisational standards and contributes to a safe, functional, and well-maintained environment. What you’ll be doing: Oversee and manage maintenance contracts for facilities and equipment. Coordinate with contractors to ensure timely and quality service delivery. Monitor the condition of buildings and infrastructure, identifying maintenance needs. Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and contract performance. Respond to maintenance requests and prioritise tasks as required. Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand maintenance requirements. Support the implementation of preventative maintenance programs. Participate in audits and inspections as required. Provide administrative and community engagement support to a range of programs and activities. Provide support to maintain systems and contact databases that support networks and community stakeholder contacts (both internal and external) for the team. Provide operational support, including monitoring and reporting on milestones, and deliverables, to ensure time, cost and quality indicators. The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role: Relevant qualifications in facility management, building maintenance, or a related field and/or relevant experience. Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to write reports, plans, and submissions. Well-developed interpersonal skills and proven ability to effectively engage with diverse community members, customers, management and employees. Strong skills in working across the Microsoft Office suite. Demonstrated experience in building maintenance and contract management. Strong organisational and record-keeping skills. Ability to coordinate and oversee multiple maintenance activities. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of safety and compliance standards. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Why Hume City Council? A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values: We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn. We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected. We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will. All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do. We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+ people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply. All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check.

Responsibilities

The Building Maintenance Contracts Officer oversees and manages maintenance contracts for facilities and equipment, coordinating with contractors to ensure timely and quality service delivery across various sites. This role also involves monitoring infrastructure condition, ensuring compliance with standards, and maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities and contract performance.