About the position
The Technical Officer – Property and Building Services will coordinate a range of building services for Council’s operational and community buildings working closely with internal and community stakeholders. This includes programming building maintenance, services, and works, ensuring service levels are met. This role reports to the Manager Property and Building Services.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide external and internal customer service relating to building services for Council’s operational and community buildings
- Conduct periodic inspections of Council’s buildings and facilities, undertake risk assessments, and program required maintenance and works
- Provide technical reports including but not limited to internal executive reporting and council reports as requested by management
- Contribute to the development of asset management plans and ensure they are maintained efficiently
- Assist in the development of policies and procedures
- Assist in the development of operational and capital budgets
About you
- Relevant tertiary qualification and/or equivalent, with demonstrated relevant work experience.
- A current NSW Class C Driver’s Licence
- Demonstrated experience and/or capability to deliver the Job Specific Key Accountabilities (outlined in the Position Description).
- Demonstrated Developed key capabilities as defined in the Key Capabilities Table (outlined in the Position Description).
What we offer
- Permanent full time, 35 hours per week
- Salary from $83,894 to $90,802 per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 12% superannuation
- Training Courses + Professional Development
- Tools of Trade vehicle available for successful applicant
- Flexible work arrangements with access to Indoor Accrued Time (Flexi)
- 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply)
- Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family
About Muswellbrook
Muswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley.
The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation.
Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle.
It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger – we have space for you.
Further information and to apply
- For more information on this position please contact the hiring manager Mardi Eriksson, Manager Property & Building Services on 02 6549 3716.
- If you need assistance or an adjustment when submitting your application please contact Human Resources on (02) 6549 3700 or via email [email protected].
- To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description. Please keep your responses concise. Any incomplete applications will not be considered past the closure date.
- Please note that as part of Muswellbrook shire Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
- Applications close on 27 July 2026 at 11:59pm.
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