Building Maintenance Officer

Job No: ISC425
Location: Inverell

 

  • Are you a qualified builder, carpenter or handyman?

 

  • Interested in a rewarding and secure role in Local Government?

 

  • Would you like to work for an organisation with great benefits and a supportive corporate culture?  

 

Inverell Shire Council is looking for someone like you for the role of Building Maintenance Officer. The Building Maintenance Officer is a member of Council's Environmental Services team and every day will be varied and interesting, where you shall be responsible for undertaking routine minor maintenance and repairs at Council's buildings, managing essential fire safety services, assisting in the management of building projects and other general compliance and environmental duties.

 

About Inverell Shire Council and the Environmental Services team

Under the direction of Council's Manager Environmental Health, Council's Environmental Services team is responsible for a variety of tasks in the support of the Inverell Shire Council's services to the community:

  • Overseeing large and impactful construction projects in the Inverell community delivered by Council, including Inverell Aquatic Centre.
  • Waste Management and recycling services for Inverell and surrounding communities.
  • Our Rangers liaise directly with the community to assist with the management of stray animals, illegal dumping and noise concerns.
  • Day to day operation of Council's new companion animal care facility.
  • Day to day maintenance and inspection of Council's build assets, including the Town Hall, Art Gallery, Library and Visitor Information Centre.
  • Coordination of contractors delivering building and construction services on behalf of Council.

 

In addition to a collaborative and supportive work environment, staff at Inverell Shire Council enjoy a range of other benefits, including but not limited to:

  • Access to flexible working arrangements to encourage and support a positive work-life balance!
  • Salary packaging options, including remote area rental and remote area mortgage packaging and novated leasing!
  • Generous leave entitlements, including access to long service leave after only 5 years!

Applications are invited for the position of Building Maintenance Officer, based at the Administration Centre. Under the direction of the Manager Environmental Health and as part of the Environmental Health team, the Building Maintenance Officer will be responsible for providing assistance with Council’s building maintenance activities including managing fire safety in council buildings, managing building projects, maintaining the lawns and gardens at the Administration Centre and environmental / building compliance.  

Applicants should address the following Selection Criteria:

 

Essential Criteria:

Qualifications

  • NSW School Certificate/ Record of School Achievement or equivalent.
  • NSW Class C Drivers License.
  • Trade Qualification in building/construction industry.

Skills and Experience

  • Demonstrated customer service experience.
  • Ability to operate computers and other office equipment.
  • Understanding of Work Health and Safety Regulations.
  • Willingness to undertake training in the areas of environmental compliance.
  • Experience with the operation of small machinery such as mowers, etc.
  • Previous experience in undertaking building maintenance, repairs, and installations.
  • Ability to work unsupervised.
  • Knowledge of requirements for relevant building codes and Australian Standards for the Building Construction Industry.

 

Desirable Criteria:

Qualifications

  • SafeWork NSW General Construction Induction card ('White Card').
  • Understanding of chemical application procedures relating to pesticides and herbicides.
  • Knowledge and experience in contractor/project management.
  • Experience across a broad range of building/construction work including but not limited to carpentry, plumbing, painting and plastering.

Employment will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Local Government (State) Award 2023.  The classification for the position will be up to Administrative/ Technical/ Trades Band 1, Level 4, Grade 8.  Salary will be in accordance with qualifications and experience, and will be in a range from $1,225.72 to $1,320.01 gross per week.  

Enquiries in relation to the nature of the position may be made by speaking directly with Council’s Manager Environmental Health, Howard Marsden on (02) 6728 8200.

Applicants must address the selection criteria as listed below. Letters of application submitted online are to be addressed to the General Manager, and will close on Sunday, 15 March 2026 at 11:59pm. Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a smoke free work environment.

 

Brett McInnes
General Manager
Inverell Shire Council

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About Us

Inverell Shire is a thriving regional centre in the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales. Formed in July 1979, the shire comprises an area of 9,430km2 with a population of 17,836. The township of Inverell is a major service centre and has a population of 12,000. Inverell is serviced by an air service to both Sydney and Brisbane and is a commercial hub to an estimated 60,000 people.

Council’s Total Annual Expenditure - $40 million

Total Employees - 215

New South Wales Department of Planning and Environment forecasts Inverell LGA to grow by 12.2 per cent by 2031.