Buildings and Facilities Officer
- Manage and coordinate the maintenance, renewal and upgrade of Council buildings and facilities in accordance with legislative, safety and asset management requirements.
- This role is ideally suited to someone with a trade or building maintenance background who enjoys practical, hands-on problem solving.
- Coordinate maintenance, capital works and stakeholder engagement for major facilities, including the Smithton Wellbeing Indoor Recreation Leisure (SWIRL) Facility.
- Conduct and maintain compliant building inspections, essential safety measures, asbestos registers, and electrical testing and tagging programs.
- Oversee utility and energy management functions, including public and private lighting coordination and liaison with relevant authorities.
- Administer Council’s key and security systems, maintaining accurate records and coordinating with security contractors and IT services.
- Effectively manage contracts, addressing non-conformances, maintaining accurate records, and escalating issues as required.
- Provide a high standard of customer service, responding to internal and external enquiries, requests and complaints in line with Council service standards.
Circular Head Municipality is a picturesque region located in the northwest corner of Tasmania, Australia. Known for its stunning coastal landscapes, lush forests, and vibrant agricultural communities, this area offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage.
We pride ourselves on our values of equity, connection and excellence and offer a wide range of services, including planning and development, waste management, and community health initiatives, all tailored to reflect the aspirations of our community. We take pride in the standard of our work, to consistently deliver quality results to the community.
Position Overview
The Building and Facilities Officer is responsible for planning, coordinating and supporting the provision of safe, compliant and fit-for-purpose Council buildings and facilities. This is achieved through the documentation and delivery of building renewal and upgrade programs, routine and legislated asset inspections, and the effective coordination of maintenance activities.
The role works closely with contractors, internal Council employees and stakeholders to ensure building maintenance, renewal and upgrade works are delivered in accordance with established service standards, safety requirements and project outcomes.
Work conditions will be in accordance with Circular Head Council Enterprise Agreement.
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Candidate Profile
Council is seeking a motivated and capable Building and Facilities Officer with demonstrated experience in the inspection, management and coordination of buildings and facilities within a regulated environment. The successful candidate will bring a practical, detail-oriented approach, strong technical capability, and a commitment to safety, compliance and service delivery, and will enjoy working on site and solving building maintenance issues.
- Certificate IV in a relevant discipline and/or demonstrated equivalent experience, with current Working at Heights certification or willingness to obtain.
- Current Driver Licence, with the ability to travel between Council facilities as required.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate tasks, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic and changing work environment.
- Well-developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with contractors, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and set budgets, ensuring value for money across building and facilities operations.
As a candidate, you will demonstrate accuracy, professionalism and a commitment to quality outcomes. You will be adaptable, safety-focused and customer-oriented, contributing to the effective management of Council’s buildings and facilities and supporting Council’s operational objectives in line with its values and service standards.
Salary and Benefits
The successful candidate will earn an attractive salary starting at $84,163 PLUS super and a range of benefits including:
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Superannuation salary sacrificing.
- RDOs.
- Work/life balance
- Christmas closure days.
Applications must be received by 9am Wednesday 1 April 2026.
If you are ready to support the safe, compliant and efficient management of Council’s buildings and facilities through practical coordination and strong service delivery, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity with Circular Head Council.
If you would like to discuss the role, please contact Michael Dunn on 6452 4800 during business hours.