Maintenance Technical Officer

An opportunity has become available for a Maintenance Technical Officer to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

Lead, coordinate and monitor all technical aspects of Building and Maintenance Services activities
Manage and coordinate the delegated trade services staff
Provide expert technical advice on operational and maintenance activities to provide corrective, statutory and preventative maintenance
Provide high level technical advice to stakeholders and management in advancing the performance of all assets

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:
While not mandatory, a relevant engineering qualification or Mechanical/Electrical trade qualification and ability to perform the role of Qualified Technical Person under the Electrical Safety Act 2002, would be well regarded
Demonstrated high level technical knowledge and experience with maintaining and operating electrical networks (including qualifications), Emergency Generators, UPS systems, Gas supply networks, HVAC, chiller plants, Cooling towers, Medical gas systems, Steam systems, multi-site BMS, Nurse Call, Sterilising plant, Water quality management, Fire management systems and Passenger elevators
Demonstrated technical problem-recognition, analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated experience in managing a large infrastructure and asset base
Demonstrated experience in infrastructure maintenance management in the healthcare sector.
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

**Benefits**:
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading

Salary

Permanent full time
Base salary ranging from $136 035 - $145 990 per annum

About Us

Maintenance Services is responsible for statutory, preventative and reactive maintenance across the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service. Maintenance Services includes but is not limited to: electrical work, fire systems, water cooling, plumbing, heating ventilation and air conditioning, bed maintenance, backup power and garden maintenance.

About Gold Coast Health

Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC654475