Facility and assets maintenance officer (barwon downs)

Utilise your Community Services expertise to provide support and advice to Corrections Victoria in the Barwon South West Region.

An Ongoing, Full-Time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service.

VPS Grade 3: $76,817 - $93,275 plus superannuation.

Corrections Victoria has committed to establishing the Barwon Precinct, aimed at developing shared operating models among four prisons to improve prisoner outcomes and create efficiencies. As a key component of this initiative, the Facility and Assets group was established to provide local and contracted facility and asset management services with consistent and transparent service levels.

The Facility and Assets Maintenance Officer is responsible for performing a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks to ensure the effective and efficient operation of facilities and assets.

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs of facilities, including cabinetry, minor carpentry, general welding, painting, and landscaping.
• Act as a Trades Assistant for licensed tradespersons, providing necessary support to ensure the efficient completion of specialized maintenance tasks.
• Assist with grounds maintenance activities to maintain a secure and aesthetically pleasing environment.

• Experience in performing cabinetry repairs, minor carpentry, welding, painting, landscaping, and small plant and equipment maintenance.
• The ability to diagnose and correct technical faults, modify routine procedures, and perform technical data analysis for improved maintenance operations.
• Experience assisting with grounds maintenance, acting as a Trades Assistant, and contributing to small to medium technical projects.
• Understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures, ensuring maintenance work adheres to safety and operational standards.