Maintenance Officer - Electrical

Maintenance Officer (Electrical)
Parliament of Victoria, Department of Parliamentary Services

About the role

The Buildings and Grounds Services unit is located in the Department of Parliamentary Services and is responsible for the maintenance and development of the historic grounds at Parliament House and provision of a comprehensive range of building support services.

The Maintenance Officer (Electrical) will carry out maintenance (including electrical, carpentry as well as general maintenance) within the Parliamentary Precinct as well as providing customer focussed support and services to Members of Parliament, staff and the public.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor and working closely with all precinct and property management staff, this role sits within a small professional team who share a passion and commitment for providing quality service within the Parliamentary Precinct.

About you 

• You have proven experience in delivering high quality construction and maintenance services within a heritage environment (or similar);

• You have demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills for dealing effectively with a diverse client base and delivering a high quality customer service experience; and

• You have sufficient knowledge and experience in managing OHS issues relevant to work activities and work areas as well as operating and maintaining all workspaces, machinery, and equipment to ensure safe work practices which includes the escalation of hazards (in accordance with Parliament procedures).

Why join us?

Be part of the iconic, heritage-listed Parliament House and collaborate alongside a high performing team.

We offer a supportive work culture and flexible work/life balance - the nature and scope of flexible options available will depend on the requirements of the position. You are encouraged to discuss flexible arrangements with the hiring manager during the recruitment process.

Your professional development is important to us. That's why we have a dedicated learning and development framework, along with leadership development programs and targeted in-house training to support your professional growth.

When you excel at your work and initiate innovative solutions or go above and beyond to demonstrate our values of impartiality, responsiveness, respect, accountability, integrity and leadership, you will be recognised for your efforts through our reward and recognition program.

For more information about a career with Parliament, visit our website.

How to apply

Using the "Apply Now" button, please include a copy of your resume and a brief cover letter (1 page) broadly outlining your experience and how it directly relates to the position.

The process from here

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview conducted by a selection panel. This interview may take place in our offices located in the Melbourne CBD or online.

Compliance Requirements

Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their COVID-19 vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencing employment. 

Successful candidates will also require an approved trade qualification (“A Grade” electrical qualification)

Accessibility

If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact Parliament's Recruitment Team via email ***********@parliament.gov.au or on (03) 8682 2***.