Maintenance Attendant, University Hall

Job no:509396
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Trades & Services, Campus / facilities management

UniHall

• Work with a facilities team to maintain rooms, common spaces and infrastructure at The University of Western Australia’s residential college, University Hall
• Full-time, ongoing appointment
• Salary range: Level 2 $55,521 – $57,343 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities.  With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University.

About the team

University Hall (UniHall) is the residential college owned and operated by The University of Western Australia (UWA). Over 750 UWA students from over 50 countries live, socialise and study at UniHall making it a fun and exciting collegial community. The University Hall Maintenance team manage and undertake maintenance activities to support student living.

About the opportunity

As the appointee you will provide a high level of physical and other support for the Maintenance Supervisor at University Hall. You will provide support and assist in the activities of contractors as required and agreed with the Supervisor. You will also assist with minor construction and maintenance tasks as directed.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:

• Undertake minor building maintenance works and reactive maintenance requirements
• Assist with quotations, orders, supply and delivery of building related equipment for maintenance related item as required and directed
• Provide support and assist in the activities of contractors (access, OH&S and quality of work) engaged to undertake University Hall related building, maintenance and infrastructure work
• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor and Facilities Manager to develop strategic planning for building maintenance programs and life cycle planning for asset management
• Assist with maintaining and managing the maintenance planning schedule
• Meet regularly with the Maintenance Supervisor and Facilities Manager to report status of maintenance program, budget and discuss progress and issues

About you

In line with the Western Australia COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Programme the successful applicant for this position will be required to provide proof of their full COVID-19 vaccination status (or have a Vaccination Exemption Statement) before commencing work at UWA.
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   PD - Maintenance Attendant University Hall final.pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55pm Wednesday 18th May 2022

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050.

• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered.
• UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021).
• UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.

Advertised:04 May 2022 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:18 May 2022 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time