• Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
• Full-time (100%), Permanent position
• Base salary will be in the range $91,658.60 - $98,330.37 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
• Visa sponsorship is not available
• Based at our St Lucia Campus - Brisbane

About This Opportunity

The Senior Facilities Officer role supports the Faculty's facilities and infrastructure portfolio, utilising both proactive and responsive asset management principles. This position is responsible for providing management, advice and support for refurbishment, new builds, building services and utilities, maintenance, user-funded work requests and a range of safety-related infrastructure activities. Whilst primarily based at the St Lucia campus, the role supports teaching, learning and research activities and assets across multiple sites.

The successful candidate will take a customer focused approach to communication and collaboration. Vital to the success of this role will be a positive working relationship with UQ Property & Facilities, suppliers and HSW staff at the School and Faculty level.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Asset Management: Optimise asset lifecycle and operational efficiency using BMS, manage faculty vehicles, and coordinate maintenance of specialised equipment.
• Facilities Management and Procurement: Coordinate Faculty maintenance operations, manage helpdesk data for decision-making, oversee infrastructure disruptions, reticulated gas supply, space access control, and minor works procurement.
• Project Coordination: Lead EAIT asset and facility projects, coordinate maintenance requests, and support infrastructure initiatives through project input and funding submissions.
• Safety-related Activities: Monthly safety and eyewash checks; test and tag program including ad hoc laptop tagging; involved in incident corrective actions.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• While hybrid work arrangements are not possible due to service level requirements, the position does offer some flexibility. Specifically, flexible start and finish times, the option to purchase additional leave, and a condensed fortnight schedule will be considered.
• Health and wellness discounts - fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Trade, technical, or scientific background with extensive multi-trade coordination experience, or relevant degree with equivalent training.
• Experienced in managing small facilities projects, including budgeting, procurement, and scope/funding documentation.
• Strong customer service focus with flexibility to perform varied operational tasks.
• Skilled in reading as-built drawings, HVAC designs, and technical documents to resolve complex issues.
• Effective communicator with the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently with sound judgement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, MS Project, and general IT tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and understanding of infrastructure standards, legislation, and scientific requirements.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, mandatory immunisations, etc.

Work Rights?
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Mr Ryan Anderson via [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact [email protected].

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who do not meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close on Monday, 21 July 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-53550).