Job description
Property Maintenance Officer | State Government | Ongoing Contract
We’re seeking a capable Property Maintenance Officer to support a busy asset and property portfolio based in Cockburn. This is a hands-on coordination role — not a trade role — focused on managing maintenance activities, liaising with contractors, and keeping property operations running smoothly.
If you enjoy problem-solving, dealing with stakeholders, and making sure maintenance works are done properly, this will be right up your alley. Rate: $65-72 per hour plus Super (depending on skills and experience)
Hours: Full-time
Location: Cockburn (with some work in O’Connor)
Duration: Initial 3–6-month contract with possible extension
Type: Temporary casual contract (no leave – casual loading inc in rate)
Start: Immediate
Title: Property Maintenance Officer
Key Responsibilities
Ideally, you’ll bring:
If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered, APPLY NOW with your updated CV outlining your relevant skills and experience. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss further.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
We’re seeking a capable Property Maintenance Officer to support a busy asset and property portfolio based in Cockburn. This is a hands-on coordination role — not a trade role — focused on managing maintenance activities, liaising with contractors, and keeping property operations running smoothly.
If you enjoy problem-solving, dealing with stakeholders, and making sure maintenance works are done properly, this will be right up your alley. Rate: $65-72 per hour plus Super (depending on skills and experience)
Hours: Full-time
Location: Cockburn (with some work in O’Connor)
Duration: Initial 3–6-month contract with possible extension
Type: Temporary casual contract (no leave – casual loading inc in rate)
Start: Immediate
Title: Property Maintenance Officer
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate day-to-day property maintenance, relocations, and minor modifications
- Issue maintenance briefs to contractors and review quotes for value-for-money
- Monitor contractor performance, progress, and quality of works
- Conduct work quality inspections and basic safety audits
- Maintain property and asset records in line with internal systems
- Support small property-related projects, including scoping and logistics
- Liaise with internal stakeholders and external service providers
- Provide general property and logistics support as required
Ideally, you’ll bring:
- A trade or maintenance background, or experience in a similar property/maintenance coordination role (desirable, not essential)
- A positive, proactive attitude — you see issues early and deal with them
- Strong stakeholder management skills, including contractors and internal teams
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities without constant supervision
- Current WA Driver’s Licence
- Experience in property management, maintenance coordination, or facilities-related roles
- Strong organisational, problem-solving, and time management skills
- Immediate start opportunity
- Short-term contract with genuine extension potential
- Work within a large, structured government environment
- Varied role — office-based with site exposure (no two days the same)
If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered, APPLY NOW with your updated CV outlining your relevant skills and experience. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss further.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
