Job Description

Salary:

$ 81,915.00 to $ 94,263.00 pro rata, per annum - plus 12.0 % Superannuation

Classification:

General Stream Band 4

Award:

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award

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About us:

Homes Tasmania is building homes and creating opportunities for Tasmanians by delivering new social and affordable homes. We work with a range of agencies and sectors so Tasmanians can benefit from a resilient and diverse housing market that allows them to continue to improve their housing situation and all the opportunities that better housing makes possible.

Homes Tasmania is committed to investing in its people to ensure a sustainable and successful organisation through a positive workplace culture and highly capable employees . Find out how this role could work for you .

Period of employment / Hours:

Fixed term full-time day work (part-time hours may be considered by negotiation) commencing ASAP until 30 June 2028 ( a period approximately 2 years)

• Please note: Other fixed term full-time and part-time vacancies, that may arise in the near future may also be filled from this selection process.

Location:

Homes Tasmania - Community Infrastructure , Property Maintenance – North

Duties:

Primary Purpose / Focus :

As a member of the Community Infrastructure Unit’s Property Maintenance team, the Maintenance Operative will be responsible for undertaking a diverse range of general maintenance tasks within Homes Tasmania’s managed property portfolio. Resolving tenants maintenance issues and identifying any potential maintenance requirements within the asset. This includes:

• Attending residential and non-residential properties to assess and undertake minor maintenance works in line with scheduled timeframes.
• Safely set up, operate and maintain tools and equipment, maintaining an inventory of tools and materials and ensuring appropriate servicing schedules and follow safe work practices, contribute to a safe and healthy work environment and promptly report any potential hazards.
• Use initiative to undertake research to provide options, recommendations and solutions to address maintenance issues.
• Purchase ancillary items and materials in line with internal policy and maintain accurate records for reconciliation on the Housing Management System
• Identify any potential maintenance issues for the assets and raise subsequent work orders as required.
• Contribute to improved data quality through continual asset attribute updates on the computerised Housing Management System.
• Establish relationships with tenants adopting a proactive approach to on-going maintenance works and tenant satisfaction in line with the broader objectives of Homes Tasmania.
• Support the development of operational processes and systems as they relate to internal maintenance service delivery.

Skills and experience :

Selection criteria includes

• Demonstrated practical experience and knowledge in completing property maintenance tasks, or a trade background or qualification with awareness of the specific maintenance requirements and challenges of Homes Tasmania properties.
• Proven ability to investigate and provide solutions to complex maintenance issues, including the ability to exercise judgement when dealing with tenants, assets and other stakeholders considering internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Proven capacity to maintain a safe workplace and ensure the safe use of tools and equipment whilst adhering to robust work health and safety protocol, together with a strong understanding and track record of working within prescribed policies applying legislation, working to Australian Standards and within a regulatory framework.
• Note : - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for ALL the selection criteria of this position.

Desirable Requirements:

• Trade qualification or licence.

Essential Requirements:

• Current Driver's Licence.
• Current Tasmanian Working with Children (Vulnerable People) Registration ( Employment type)

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

• 1. Identification check
• 2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

Statement of Duties (PDF) : Generic Maintenance Operative Band 4 (April 2025) HAHSA.pdf

Statement of Duties (Word) : Generic Maintenance Operative Band 4 (April 2025) HAHSA.docx

APPLICANT GUIDE

Homes Tasmania - Applicant Guide January 2023.pdf

Homes Tasmania - Applicant Guide January 2023.docx

*** Prospective applicants please note: ***

• All prospective or interested applicants to this position are strongly encouraged to contact Kevin Facer (contact details below) for further information about the position, and clarification about the specific written requirements of your application
• Also refer below on 'How to apply'

For more information (Contact Officer)

Name: Kevin Facer

Email: kevin.facer@homes.tas.gov.au

Phone: (mob) 0418 141 471

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How to apply:

Your application to the vacancy must be submitted as a Short Form Application (SFA)

SFA consists of a maximum two-page written application plus a resume.

SFA Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Applicants SFA Applicant FAQS Jan 2023.docx

Online applications are preferred - please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

If you apply online: - Please DO NOT send a hard copy application as well. - You do not need to upload an Application for Employment form.

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If you have any difficulty accessing/using the online application process please email your application documents (preferably combined as 1 word or pdf document only) AND a copy of the application form (below) to : people.services@homes.tas.gov.au

Application for Employment (Word).docx

Application for Employment (PDF).pdf

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Building homes, creating communities.