This is a permanent, full time vacancy

About the role

The Senior Maintenance Officer is responsible for the supervision, coordination, and organisation of all aspects of building maintenance including fire safety, essential services, equipment, emergency power supplies, and general maintenance of the Centre. The position manages more complex issues and provides support and guidance to the Maintenance Officer.

Eligibility

To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.

In accordance with the National Child Safety Principles, people who work directly with children and young people, you must have a current Working with Children Check or be able to successfully apply for one to be eligible for appointment to this position.

The position holder must hold a current TLILIC0003 - Licence to operate a forklift truck or be prepared to undergo training.

Successful applicants must hold a current and valid ‘C’ or ‘C-A’ class driver’s licence or equivalent.

Benefits and opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Career pathway opportunities.
• Learning and development opportunity programs.
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.

Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.

Application process

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit:

1. Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
2. Contact details of two (2) recent work referees, with one (1) of them being your current Line Manager where possible.
3. A copy of your Building Trade Qualification if obtained.
4. A statement of no more than two (2) pages addressing the following Job Related Requirements and Role Specific Criteria below as listed on the JDF. Please provide examples to support your claims.

• Achieve Results.
• Builds Productive Relationships.
• Communicates and Influences Effectively.
• Building trade qualification or significant experience in the general maintenance of buildings and infrastructure and all associated equipment.

All the remaining Job Related Requirements listed on the JDF will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with section 7d of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.48 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Permanent Vacancies, and section 9d of the Commissioner Instructions 49 - Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Fixed Term Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered at Perth Metropolitan area during this period.

For Further Job Related Information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy, please contact Kaye Couzens on (08) 9333 2586 for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups and encourage people of these groups to apply.

Assistance for Aboriginal job seekers and accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available at the Department of Justice. For more information around what help may be available please follow this link or reach out to the contact person named in the section above for a confidential discussion.

Submitting your application

To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.

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