Maintenance Assistant

Job Title: Maintenance Assistant

Company: Deakin University

Location: Melbourne - Burwood

Work Type: Full-time

Job No: 563571

Salary: HEW 4 $74,006 - $78,447 + 17% Superannuation

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as:

• A variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave
• Flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• An inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus

Who are we?

Deakin Residential Services Pty Ltd (DRS) is a wholly owned not-for-profit subsidiary of Deakin University (Deakin), established by Deakin University in August 2010 to manage Deakin’s on-campus accommodation and residential student experience.

DRS’ primary objective is to “to excel at sustainably delivering safe, inclusive and vibrant communities that engage residents and help them thrive.” DRS is underpinned by our Community Values of RESPECT (Responsive, Encouraging, Safe, Proactive, Enjoyable, Connected and Tolerant).

At the core of DRS’s Brand Promise to students and stakeholders is a focus on Quality, Value, and Safety, with this ethos central to the achievement of the above objective and the provision of accommodation services to the University. DRS is cutting-edge student accommodation in Victoria, innovating student accommodation across four campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, and Warrnambool.

Primary Purpose:

The primary purpose of the Maintenance Assistant is to assist the Maintenance Coordinator to provide maintenance services across all student residence facilities at the Burwood Campus. The position will proactively identify maintenance issues and rectify or initiate remedial action following through to completion, ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with the OH&S Act, codes and Australian Standards, minimising waste of materials and time.

As a Maintenance Assistant, you will:

• Ensure all service records, building equipment inventories and equipment histories are maintained.
• Improve convenience and accessibility by providing a range of service options.
• Consult with available sources to gather relevant information and seek the expertise and advice of other people as appropriate.
• Deliver effective and efficient outcomes and outputs against team and operational work plans.
• Take personal responsibility and show initiative to meeting goals and objectives contributing to an inclusive team environment.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Completion of a Diploma level qualification with relevant work experience or a certificate level qualification with post-certificate relevant work experience.
• Completion of a Post-Trades Certificate or Advanced Certificate and extensive relevant experience and on the job training; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Extensive experience of building maintenance in a customer-focused environment.
• Relevant building maintenance and construction knowledge.

Application Process:

Here's how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Fred Burns (Maintenance Coordinator) via email f.burns@deakin.edu.au.

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

PD - Maintenance Assistant 563571.pdf

Applications for this position close on Friday 6th September.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Advertised: 23 Aug 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 06 Sep 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time