Building and Facility Maintenance Officer

Build yourself a new career with RVC

The primary purpose of the role is to provide a high level of service in delivering outcomes to achieve the effective delivery of maintenance works and projects in line with Councils delivery and operational plans.

Key Accountabilities:

• Coordinate relevant stakeholders to ensure appropriate inspection and maintenance of Council’s building and facilities assets
• Compile, prepare and lodge required documentation for works and construction projects as required including but not limited to plans, specifications, cost estimates, job numbers, permits, environmental assessments and safety documentation
• Assist in providing information for the preparation and lodgement of grant applications to improve Council’s assets in accordance with the strategic objectives of Council
• Using sound engineering, environmental, financial and safety principles, (codes, policies, procedures, standards) deliver a wide range of works and capital works projects in a timely, effective and proficient manner
• Investigate new products, materials and plant, initiating and encouraging innovative designs in creating new plans and projects
• Manage budget allocations for projects ensuring value for money and competitive delivery
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and services provided by the role and team to ensure effective, efficient and safe delivery of objectives and maximise utilisation of resources
• Contribute to a positive safety culture within the organisation to ensure a safe workplace for our people and the community by monitoring compliance with policies, procedures, legislation, specifications, projects plans, and any other documentation required 

We are looking for

A motivated self-starter with strong verbal and written communication skills. Someone who -

• Has great organisational skills and an eye for detail
•  Is flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Can work well within a team, as well as autonomously

We are seeking someone who has or is willing to obtain:

• Certificate III in engineering, electrotechnology, plumbing, carpentry or equivalent OR five years’ experience in a related environment
• SafeWork Construction Induction Certificate (WHS White Card)
• Current Class C Driver Licence 

About the Role

Full time: 70 hour fortnight

Salary: Range from $70,148 to $80,667 pa + 11% super

Closing date: 11:30pm Sunday, 14 April 2024

Role Description: Click Here

Contact: Graeme Robertson, Coordinator Asset Management - 0457 505 621

NOTE: As the activities of this position could involve exposure to Hepatitis A and B and Q Fever, the employee will be vaccinated against these hazards or required to provide proof of immunity against these diseases.

About Richmond Valley

The Richmond Valley LGA is the base of the Northern Rivers region of NSW; Tweed Heads, Byron Shire, Lismore Shire and Ballina Shire. The area is around three hours from Brisbane, less than an hour to Byron Bay and 30 minutes to Lismore. Richmond Valley and our surrounding areas are some of the most beautiful and desired in the country. Why wait in bumper-to-bumper traffic when you can drive past the gorgeous beaches, through rolling hills and fully embrace the benefits of regional living. Your "office" will range from beautiful coastal villages and country towns to vast fertile farm lands. 

The region's community is welcoming and friendly, which is why it has become a popular location for sea and tree changers who have had enough of traffic jams, congestion and long work hours.

We are proud to have won multiple awards for our culture including: Outstanding Employer of the Year by NSW Northern Business Chamber, and Large Employer of the Year by Training NSW.

Richmond Valley has a generous Leave Management Policy including three weeks sick leave, compassionate leave, and volunteer leave to name a few. Our Health & Wellbeing Program includes Fitness Passports, free yoga each week, free meditation and a fun Health & Wellbeing day alongside many other initiatives.

We are a strong believer in developing those who want to learn more, master their field or enter a new one, our Learning & Development strategy supports professional growth that aligns to organisational need. Leadership is very important to Richmond Valley and we invest every year in our Leadership team with the aim of making all staff at Council empowered and engaged.

Please visit Working With Us for more detail regarding benefits Richmond Valley Council has to offer and here for more information about the Regional Job Precincts.

Our Values

Integrity and Passion

The Way We Do Business

We lead by example. We take responsibility. We do what we say. We embrace change. We are community focused. We are in this together

To Apply

PLEASE NOTE:

Once you start your online application, you cannot save and return to it later. You may wish to prepare your responses in a Word document and then copy and paste these into the fields below.

1. Please review the Role Description, outlining the key responsibilities and requirements of the role.
2. We encourage you to speak with the contact person listed above to understand whether this is the right role for you.
3. Complete the questions below, demonstrating your skill, experience and interpersonal suitability for the role. Click "Next".
4. Attach your resume. (You may also attach a cover letter - this is optional).  The names of your documents should not contain any characters other than letters, numbers and spaces. Click "Next".
5. Review your application to ensure everything is correct. Click "Confirm" to submit your application.