QBuild is a commercialised business unit of the Queensland Government. It has been Queensland Government's builder for over 160 years, playing an important role in communities across the state by building and maintaining government-owned assets such as schools, social housing, police stations and correctional and health facilities.

About the role

You will play a pivotal role in supporting QBuild's ambition to strengthen Queensland's building and construction industry by providing coordination of QBuild maintenance activities.

Duties and skills involved:

• Participate in and facilitate WHS audits under the direction of the Regional WHS Adviser;
• Undertake on-site WHS inspections including plant and equipment checks;
• Ensure all job documentation includes safework method statement or other risk assessment documentation as appropriate; and
• Promote and ensure a healthy and safe work environment through own practices and education and awareness raising of staff and contractors while working with the Regional WHS Advisor and QBuild WHS Manager to promote a consistent WHS approach in QBuild workplaces.
• Promoting QBuild products and services to existing and prospective clients through regular meetings and established forums, and identifying opportunities for new business services based on emerging economic, legislative and environmental programs.

• Produce high quality tender and quotation documentation for building projects and prepare accurate and timely estimates, quotations and project trade packages; including material lists and construction programs.
• Provide a level of supervisory services in respect to the delivery of construction, maintenance and upgrade work undertaken by QBuild, including assisting in the planning and delivery of projects through the efficient supervision and development of office staff, field staff and subcontractors.
• Coordinate and undertake the delivery of a high quality condition assessment services for QBuild's clients, including inspections/surveys of building elements and construction materials including collecting samples of suspected asbestos containing materials for laboratory testing.
• Undertake inspection services including tenancy management services and maintenance referrals on behalf of Government Employee Housing.
• Maintain a healthy and safe work environment, ensuring compliance with current human resource practices and principles, including employment equity, anti-discrimination and workplace health and safety. Ensure application of Safety Management System, including:

Additional requirements:

• Current Workplace Health and Safety General Safety Induction Card

Preferred skills and experience:

• A construction industry-related trade qualification would be considered favourably

How do I apply?

All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.

Interested candidates are encouraged to review the below attached applicant guide and role description. Once reviewed please submit the following documents to apply:

• Resume
• Cover letter (2 pages maximum) telling us why you are interested in and capable of performing the role.

If you have any questions about the position or your application, please contact David Berghofer on 0439 178 830 or [email protected]

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/643852/25
Closing Date: Thursday, 3 July 2025