Maintenance Supervisor

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Maintenance Supervisor (Tradesperson) Grade 1

Remuneration: $82,769.82 per annum + superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ689607

Location: Forensic and Analytical Science Service Lidcombe

Applications Close: 06 September 2026 - 11:59pm

About The Opportunity

We’re seeking a skilled and self-motivated trade-qualified Maintenance Officer to join the Forensic & Analytical Science Service (FASS) team. This hands-on, independent role is ideal for someone with a who takes pride in maintaining high standards across complex facilities.

In this position, you will be responsible for delivering a wide range of maintenance services, including plumbing, carpentry, general labouring, and overall building upkeep across multiple Forensic & Analytical Science locations. You’ll play a key role in ensuring infrastructure is safe, functional, and well-maintained by carrying out both preventative and reactive maintenance tasks.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their work, can operate autonomously, and is committed to supporting essential scientific services through reliable and high-quality maintenance.

What You'll Be Doing

The Maintenance Officer, Forensic & Analytical Science Service (FASS) is a hands-on, independent role suited to a trade-qualified professional whom will be responsible for undertaking a variety of tasks including plumbing, carpentry, general labouring and building upkeep across Forensic & Analytical Science facilities. This hands-on role is ideal for a trade-qualified professional who can perform preventative and reactive maintenance tasks to maintain infrastructure across different locations.

What We Can Offer You

Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefitsWork-life balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees)Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health LearningHealth & wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.

Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:

Current Trade Certificate in electrical, plumbing, carpentry or similar.Demonstrated experience in delivering facilities maintenance services within healthcare, government, or similarly regulated environmentsDemonstrated sound understanding and application of relevant legislation, policies, and professional standards in the areas of Facilities Management and work health and safety principles and guidelines.Demonstrated knowledge and experience of business concepts and basic computer literacy skills, including use of maintenance systems and documentation toolsAbility to work independently and manage workload effectively.Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of stakeholdersDemonstrated experience in coordinating and overseeing contractors or service providers, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.Current NSW Drivers License and ability and willingness to travel for work purposes

Please attach a copy of your Trade Certificate(s) with your application to support your qualifications and experience.

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Information for applicants

NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives.All staff employed by NSW FASS will be required to supply a reference buccal sample so that their DNA profile can be compared to other generated profiles to exclude the possibility of contamination.

Need more information?

Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Stuart Holder on Stuart.Holder@health.nsw.gov.au

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