Building Maintenance Officer

Level 5 - $111,942.30* per annum (incl $20,000 Port Hedland Allowance)
*increasing to $115,619.99 per annum as of 1st July 2025

The Role

As the Building Maintenance Officer, you will effectively carry out building maintenance in conjunction with the Coordinator Property Management of the Town's buildings portfolio (e.g. public toilets & other public amenities, recreation centres and the like), including the Town's housing stock.

Our ideal applicant will have extensive experience in building, construction, and maintenance roles, and can exercise initiative and judgement. You will require a high level of customer service skills as well as writing and verbal communication skills.

For further information, please view the attached position description.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• Trade or equivalent qualification in a relevant building field
• White Card
• National Police Clearance
• Current 'C' class drivers license
• Rights to work in Australia
  
  

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• 6 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Relocation assistance up to $5,000
• Wellness program (includes free gym membership, pool passes etc.)
• 11.5% superannuation - with a co-contribution scheme of up to 14%
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Paid parental leave
  
  

The Town

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful North-West that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact .au

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close at 11:30 PM on Friday 30th May 2025

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.