Building and Facility Maintenance Officer

Job No: RVC2230
Location: Casino

Maintain your career with this RVC opportunity 

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
  • Undertake maintenance and minor trade work for Council buildings, utilising working knowledge of trade skills including but not limited to carpentry/joinery, painting, concreting, fencing, and gyprocking

We are looking for 

Someone who has great organisational and communication skills with attention to detail. You are a motivated starter with the ability to work autonomously and within a group. You have basic computer skills and a safety-first focus.

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 $72,602 to $83,491 pa + 11.5% super

Role Description: Click Here

Closing date: 11:30pm Sunday, 4 May 2025

Contact: Kim Anderson, Manager Asset Systems and Planning - (02) 6660 0378

PLEASE NOTE: Activities of this position could involve exposure to Hepatitis A and B - vaccination against these hazards or proof of immunity is required.

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About Richmond Valley

The Richmond Valley LGA is the base of the Northern Rivers region of NSW. The area is around three hours from Brisbane and less than an hour to Byron Bay. 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 farmlands.

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.
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