Specialist Building Maintenance - Fixed Term, 6 months

• A varied and challenging role you will undertake a diverse range of building and construction activities across Council facilities. 
• Competitive annual salary commencing at $80,576, plus up to 15% superannuation
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.

 About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast.  Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm.  Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history.  Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally. 

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.

 Specialist Building Maintenance Officer - 6 months Fixed Term

Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $80,576, plus up to 15% superannuation

Closing Date: Sunday 13th September 2026 at 11.00pm AEST

No late applications will be accepted.  Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered. 

Gympie Regional Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Specialist Building Maintenance Officer to join our team for a full-time Fixed Term position for 6 months. This hands-on role is responsible for completing building, renovation and maintenance works across Council facilities, ensuring they are well maintained, safe and compliant with relevant legislation, standards and Council requirements.

Make a difference in your community by helping keep Council facilities safe, functional and fit for purpose.

About the Role

As a Specialist Building Maintenance Officer, you will undertake a diverse range of building and construction activities across Council facilities. You will work both independently and collaboratively with Council staff and contractors to deliver quality outcomes, with a strong focus on safety, compliance and customer service.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Completing building, renovation and general maintenance works as directed.
• Undertaking a broad range of construction activities, including carpentry, roofing, plastering and painting.
• Supporting building projects through effective scheduling and coordination of works.
• Ensuring Council facilities are safe, functional, fit for purpose and compliant with relevant legislation, planning and building requirements.
• Identifying and addressing maintenance and building issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Undertaking work in accordance with Council's Work Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Maintaining a strong safety focus and contributing to a workplace with minimal lost-time injuries.
• Working effectively both independently and as part of an integrated team.
• Supervising subordinate staff and providing direction and support as required.
• Ensuring all works are completed in accordance with relevant Council policies, procedures, codes and standards.

About You

We are looking for a skilled building and construction professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and maintaining safe, well-presented community facilities.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A recognised trade qualification in the building or construction industry.
• Broad knowledge and demonstrated experience across building and construction activities, including carpentry, roof work, asbestos removal, plastering and painting.
• Demonstrated experience in scheduling and coordinating building and construction projects.
• A sound understanding of Work Health and Safety requirements and practices.
• The ability to work effectively with minimal supervision while contributing positively to a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and support subordinate staff.
• Strong practical problem-solving skills and a commitment to quality workmanship.

Mandatory Requirements

Applicants must hold and maintain:

• A current Queensland Manual ‘C’ Class driver's licence or above.
• A current Construction Industry White Card (or applicable construction induction card).
• A recognised trade qualification in the building/construction industry.

Desirable

The following will be highly regarded:

• Additional work-specific licences, permits or tickets, such as working at heights and other relevant competencies.
• Experience working within a local government or similar environment.
• Knowledge of relevant building codes, standards and legislative requirements.

Why Join Council?

This is an opportunity to use your trade skills and experience in a role that directly contributes to the safety, functionality and quality of community facilities.

If you are a practical, safety-focused building professional who enjoys varied work and takes pride in delivering quality outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

Position Description

For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here. 

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Building and Facilities, Lee Taylor via email lee.taylor@gympie.qld.gov.au

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au

 What we offer?

• Nine day fortnight
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
• Long service leave after seven years
• Generous superannuation scheme of up to 15% per cent
• Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Focused
• Integrity
• Teamwork and Collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please click here.  You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.

Our Process

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.

Keen to apply? -  Simply follow the instructions below:

1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below as requested using your personal email. 
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'

Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.

Applications close on Sunday 13th September 2026 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.