Classification: General Service Officer Level 7
Salary: $86,751 - $89,952 plus superannuation
Position No: 36766, Several
Directorate: Infrastructure Canberra
Advertised (Gazettal date): 28 August 2026
Contact Officer: Stuart Peacock on [email protected] or (02) 6213 0712
Details: This role provides a range of general maintenance services across ACT Government-owned and managed properties, including the installation and removal of flags and banners and the maintenance of non-building assets such as fountains and memorials.
The position is primarily field-based and physically demanding, requiring the successful applicant to undertake a range of manual and practical maintenance activities across various locations. The role delivers programmed and responsive maintenance services and works closely with the Maintenance Supervisor to plan and deliver works, complete required work orders, documentation and invoicing as part of your daily duties.
The position also provides day-to-day guidance, training and support to less experienced officers and may undertake supervision when required. While supporting the GSO8 Maintenance Supervisor, the role remains a hands-on position with a strong focus on delivering safe, efficient and high-quality maintenance services in the field.
The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility/Other Requirements:
This position requires:
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Hold or have the capacity to obtain White Card and Asbestos Awareness
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a current driver’s licence (car)
Desirable:
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Qualification/s in the following are highly desirable MR licence, experience in landscaping or gardening maintenance, Certificate/Tickets in Traffic Control, Working at Heights, Working in Confined Space, or the ability to obtain these are desirable.
Note: Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
This position is based in an activity-based working (ABW) environment. Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.
A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.
How to Apply: Please review the Position Description for details about the role and associated responsibilities. Suitability for this position will be assessed on your demonstrated Skills, Experience, Knowledge and Behaviour in relation to the duties/responsibilities listed in the Position Description.
Please submit the following:
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A two-page pitch that tells the selection committee about your ability to perform the advertised role (knowledge, experience, skills, behaviour) and why you are the best person for this role. The pitch should:
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Show that you have the capabilities in “What you Require” section of the Position Description including Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge, and Behavioural Capabilities.
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Demonstrate your capacity to perform the duties and responsibilities detailed in “What You Will Do” at the specified classification including examples of how you have done this in the past.
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Tell the panel how your abilities, ingenuity, experience and qualifications make you the best person for this role.
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A current Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) including details of work history (roles, timing, responsibilities, achievements), professional memberships and qualifications, and
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3. Contact details of at least two referees.
Applications should be submitted .
Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.
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