• Full Time, 38 hours per week
• Ongoing role
• Primary Work Location: Menangle
• Clerk Grade 9/10 – Salary from $125,693 - $138,510 per annum plus super and leave loading

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to apply. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers.  Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

About the Role
As the Maintenance Manager, you will lead a maintenance team to effectively maintain EMAI’s biosecurity and other facilities, ensuring operational continuity and accreditation. You will manage maintenance systems and contractors and implement site contracts. Your responsibilities include developing maintenance plans, aiding system implementation, staff training, contract assistance, procurement, and contributing to space and long-term maintenance strategies.

About You
As our ideal candidate, you will have:

• Relevant trade level qualifications and/or post trade qualifications
• Good knowledge and working experience with complex building service and control systems
• Knowledge of Government/Departmental requirements with respect to Total Asset Management principles and relevant council, building codes and Australian Standards
• Proven experience in developing and implementing building/site maintenance plans, including budget management and procurement.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the management of maintenance and contractor systems, ensuring effective service delivery and compliance.
• Pre-employment health assessment, Q Fever vaccination (prior to commencing role) and willing to have other vaccinations as required by the Site Manager
• Current NSW Drivers Licence

Applying is easy!
Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you’re our ideal candidate.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please click here to view the role description.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact David Hey on 02 4640 6555 or email david.hey@dpird.nsw.gov.au.

Applications close: Sunday, 1 June 2025 at 11:55pm AEST

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

About Us

Together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

  The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Additional Information
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

DPIRD is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.