North Burnett Regional Council

Technical Officer (Facilities)

• Work type: Full-time Permanent
• Location: Mundubbera
• 9-day fortnight

Why work with us?

There really is no better place to live, work and play than naturally beautiful North Burnett.  Home to 6 main townships plus quaint villages, the region boasts incredible National Parks, is agriculturally diverse, and offers an idyllic relaxed lifestyle.

Work-life balance, this role offers a 9-day fortnight allowing you to enjoy our beautiful rural location, and relaxed natural environment, while having the space and freedom to explore your potential.

Community and connection, find a sense of belonging and build authentic and meaningful relationships within our close-knit communities.

Affordable living, enjoy a lower cost of living and better housing affordability.

Rural lifestyle, enjoy the rural landscapes, clean air, and laid-back atmosphere.

Rewarding career, this is an exciting time to be joining the team.  North Burnett Regional Council offer a dynamic working environment with opportunities for professional development and initiatives to support a healthy work/life balance.

About the role

The Technical Officer (Facilities) will work collaboratively to provide cost effective, contemporary and customer focused facility management to Council owned and managed facilities across the region.

In this role, the successful candidate will utilise their technical expertise and undertake tasks such as:

• Assist in the implementation of asset management strategies, plans and programs associated with the facilities asset and building classifications
• Coordinate the maintenance and repairs of building assets
• Engage, coordinate and manage contractors, trades and specialist services
• Provide building maintenance related advice to stakeholders within the organisation
• Maintain asset management data

About you

You will be customer focused, encouraging collaboration through effective communication and your consultative approach, ensuring stakeholders are well informed.

You will have the ability to work within established guidelines, manage multiple priorities, and work under pressure to deliver work according to set time frames and within budget, while meeting stakeholder expectations.

Additionally you will be forward thinking and constantly looking for new ways to deliver the best possible outcomes for our community.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Demonstrated knowledge of and technical expertise in relation to maintenance and operation of built assets and infrastructure
• Experience in either property or facilities management and/or asset management
• Experience in contractor management
• Project management experience
• Good working knowledge and understanding of the relevant Building Standards, Codes, Regulations and Acts
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with relevant stakeholders at strategic and operational levels
• High level communication, consultative, interpersonal, and negotiating skills (both oral and written), with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with relevant stakeholders at strategic and operational levels.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details regarding the responsibilities and requirements of this position.

Benefits of working at Council

• Be part of a passionate and talented team
• Competitive salaries, plus 12% superannuation
• Generous leave provisions
• Healthy work/ life balance
• Rostered days off (RDO)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee ‘Study Assistance’ scheme
• Employee Assistance Program for work or non-work-related matters

Applications close:  10:00pm, Sunday 12 May 2024

Contact

For further information regarding this position please contact Jeni Codner from the People and Performance Team on 0447 153 948 during business hours.

Additional Information

If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you and appreciate your application.

To be considered for this position, you must have adequate unrestricted rights to work in Australia.

North Burnett Regional Council is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

North Burnett Regional Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.

Accommodation / housing – the North Burnett Region offers affordable accommodation options, particularly if you are looking at getting into the housing market.  Contact our local real-estate agents directly to discuss potential opportunities.  If you are looking for short-term/rental accommodation, again, please contact our local Real Estate agents directly to discuss suitable options.