Operations Engineer at Downer Group

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Facility Management, Project Management, Strategic Asset Management, Electrical Engineering, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Planning, Reporting, Prioritising, Communication Skills, OH&S Regulations, Building Code Of Australia, Preventive Maintenance, Reactive Maintenance, Compliance Testing, Technical Support

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

We currently have a full-time opportunity for an experienced Operations Engineer to join our Health and Education team at The Royal Children’s Hospital. Provide engineering support to the Spotless team at RCH in relation to maintenance and to manage key issues across complex, safety‑critical assets. As part of the Operations team, the role will assume responsibility for the safe and efficient response to support maintenance operations including routine testing and compliance activities, Reactive maintenance (RM) and Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) for plant, equipment, and other facility systems/services. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll help deliver high-quality outcomes that support our essential services. Hours and Roster * Monday to Friday, with core hours between 6:30am and 4:30pm. * Standard shifts are 8 hours. * Participation in a rotating on-call roster is required. What You’ll Bring Education & Qualifications: * Tertiary Qualification with Technical or Engineering background * Occupational Health and Safety Construction Induction (White Card) * Current applicable Electrical licence * Work at Heights Qualification (preferable) * Safe Work in Confined Space Qualification (preferable) * Elevated Work Platform under 11m Qualification (preferable) Experience: * At least 3 years demonstrated facility management experience in the health sector. * Strong project management experience. * Demonstrated experience in strategic asset management. * Experience in the delivery of service-based maintenance contracts ensuring building services is operating efficiently and effectively. * Demonstrated experience in critical thinking and problem solving. * Licenced Electrician highly regarded Skills & Knowledge: * Knowledge and experience of statutory obligations, Codes of practice and Building Code of Australia. * Highly effective planning, reporting and prioritising skills. * Well-developed verbal and written communication skills. * Full understanding of OH&S regulations. Personal Attributes: * Comprehends and understands written and verbal communication. Can understand and follow policies, procedures and instructions. * Demonstrates consistency in work; is reliable and dependable. * Meets the needs of customers and acts with customers in mind. Makes improvements based on customer feedback. * Pays attention to small details, can methodically narrow in on detail and apply such detailed attention to work and outcomes More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients. **Please note, as a prerequisite for this role candidates will be required to complete work rights check, pre-employment medical check, Working with Children Check, AFP National Police History certificate and reference checks. Why Downer? At Downer, we plan, create, and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships, we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving. What It Means to Belong at Downer We’re proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity, offering: * Training and development to support and diversify your career. * With 30% of vacancies filled internally you’ll find real opportunities to advance your career. * Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more. * Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most. You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas. We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging. We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you. As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it. If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward. How to Apply Click "APPLY" and please include your photo ID and any trade licences and certificates that you may have.

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Responsibilities

Provide engineering support for maintenance and manage safety-critical assets at The Royal Children's Hospital. Responsible for routine testing, compliance activities, and both reactive and planned preventive maintenance for facility systems.