• Full-time 38 hours per week, On-going position
• Portland Campus
• $59,598 per annum, plus superannuation

We’re looking for a hands-on and reliable Assets Maintenance Officer to help keep our campuses clean, safe, and well-maintained. You’ll carry out routine cleaning, minor repairs, and grounds upkeep to ensure our facilities are welcoming and functional for staff and students.

• Perform general and specialised cleaning tasks
• Maintain campus grounds and facilities
• Support fleet upkeep and vehicle cleaning
• Report safety hazards and maintenance issues
• Handle lost property and assist with basic repairs
• Collaborate with facilities staff and contractors

The must haves
Mandatory requirements

• Experience in cleaning and maintenance
• Knowledge of safe work practices and equipment handling
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and follow schedules
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence
• Working with Children Check and Police Check

Highly Desirable

• Certificate III in Asset Maintenance or relevant experience
• Familiarity with MS Office and maintenance software

About us
SWTAFE is the leading vocational education provider in South West Victoria.
We offer a diverse range of courses across various industry sectors, spanning from healthcare and business, to trades, technology, arts and agriculture and more.

We are committed to ensuring our graduates are well-prepared to navigate the challenges of the dynamic job market of today, and are equipped with the skills build a successful future career.

As a place to work, we strive for a supportive, diverse workplace culture that encourages personal and professional growth, and in 2023 SWTAFE was ranked #1 in the Victorian TAFE sector for staff satisfaction.

What we can offer you

• Priority applications to a Warrnambool council-run day care facility
• Fun social club with health and wellbeing activities
• Employee recognition program
• Continuous opportunities for tailored learning and development
• Accessible Employee Assistance Program including an easy to navigate app

Any Questions? Please contact:
Josh Webster, Manager – Facilities
☎ 03 5564 8537
✉ [email protected]

A full position description is available from the Careers at SWTAFE webpage.

Applications close: Sunday, 17 August 2025

Successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check and a National Police Record Check.

How to apply
If this role resonates with you and you have the necessary skills and experience, then we would love to hear from you.

To apply for the role, please click ‘Apply for this job’ and provide a copy of your current resume and cover letter, which addresses the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Don’t forget that you can utilise the SEEK website for great advice and resources, from resume writing through to interview tips.

For local support in the South West with job readiness skills (from resume writing to interview tips), please contact the South West Skills and Jobs Centre.
http://www.swskillsandjobscentre.com.au/
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 03 5564 8515

If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application, please contact South West TAFE's Recruitment Team on 03 5564 8711 or by emailing [email protected]

South West TAFE is a child safe and equal opportunity employer; fostering a fair, safe and inclusive environment and embraces all forms of diversity.

We strongly encourage applications from people with a variety of attributes, including but not limited to:

• A person with a disability
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Culturally and linguistically diverse
• LGBTIQA+