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Supervisor, Mechanical and Air ConditioningJames Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.Our Estate team are now seeking an experienced and motivated Supervisor, Mechanical and Air Conditioning to lead the operation, maintenance, and optimisation of JCUs mechanical systems and infrastructure.Fulltime (36.25hrs per week), continuing$ 94,374.07 - $ 104,359.73 plus up to 17% employer superannuation contributions, leave loading and other generous employee benefitsBased at the Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus3% pay increase on 1 July 2025ABOUT THE ROLEAs the Supervisor, Mechanical and Air Conditioning, you will be responsible for ensuring the effective, efficient, and sustainable operation of a wide range of mechanical and technical systems across the Townsville campus and remote JCU sites. These include Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Central District Cooling (CDC), Building Management Systems (BMS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), and other critical infrastructure.You will manage preventative and corrective maintenance, provide technical advice, oversee contractors and staff, and contribute to asset management strategies that ensure the Universitys teaching, research, and operational spaces remain at optimal performance.QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEA mechanical trade qualification (minimum Cert III) such as Refrigeration Mechanic, Electrician, or Fitter and Turner combined with extensive experience.Extensive experience in managing complex building mechanical and technical systems, focusing on air quality, energy optimisation, safety and compliance.Strong leadership abilities, enabling you to oversee service delivery and cultivate a culture of high performance.Excellent organisation and time management skills to meet deadlines and targets effectively.Great communication skills, allowing you to build and maintain productive working relationships effortlessly with a broad range of stakeholders.Ability to drive positive change through business improvement initiatives.Computer literacy with the ability to utilise a maintenance management system to effectively procure goods and services.Special ConditionsThis position will be responsible for the management and leadership of contractors.Travel between campuses and remote locations may be required from time to time.It is a requirement of this position to participate in an afterhours on call roster.It is a requirement of this position to hold a current Working with Children Blue Card or have the ability to obtain.SHAPE YOUR FUTURE WITH JCUAt JCU were not just shaping minds; were shaping the future.As Australias only university established to focus on the issues of Northern Australia and the Tropics worldwide, JCU is dedicated to helping the worlds tropical regions to prosper. With our main campuses located in the vibrant and diverse tropics of Northern Queensland, JCU is at the forefront of research and education in some of the worlds most critical areas, including marine biology, environmental science, tropical and rural health, and more.JCU offers a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace where your ideas are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected. Working under the values of Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect, we support and empower our people through the provisions of;A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper5 weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading15 days paid sick/carers leave per yearUp to 6 months paid parental leaveA range of flexible working optionsStaff study assistance and paid study leaveFitness PassportCorporate discount on health insuranceFree Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)Well-equipped modern facilities and contemporary workspaces with access to on-site childcare and medical services at our Townsville and Cairns campusesHOW TO APPLY AND CONTACT DETAILSAre you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the tropics.Click the apply button to be redirected to the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:Complete the application formUpload your currentresumeUpload acover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role (view the role profile) and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.Applications close on Sunday 25 May at 11:55 PM AEST.James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community, and are committed to ensuring our community, and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.ABOUT OUR PROCESSAt JCU, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of the role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome once the recruitment process is finalised.How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Education, Training & Professional DevelopmentOne of the world''s leading institutions focusing on the tropics, Australia''s James Cook University is surrounded by the spectacular ecosystems of the rainforests of the Wet tropics, the dry savannahs, and the iconic Great Barrier Reef. The organisation''s unique location enables students from Australia and overseas to study in a diverse physical environment unparalleled by any university in the world. Ranked in thetop four percentof the world''s tertiary institutions by the respected Academic Ranking of World Universities produced by the Shanghai Jiao Tong University, James Cook University is dedicated to creating a brighter future for life in the tropics world-wide, through graduates and discoveries that make a difference. Source: this is an extract from the company''s own websiteOne of the world''s leading institutions focusing on the tropics, Australia''s James Cook University is surrounded by the spectacular ecosystems of the rainforests of the Wet tropics, the dry savannahs, and the iconic Great Barrier Reef. The organisation''s unique location enables students from Australia and overseas to study in a diverse physical environment unparalleled by any university in the world. Ranked in thetop four percentof the world''s tertiary institutions by the respected Academic Ranking of World Universities produced by the Shanghai Jiao Tong University, James Cook University is dedicated to creating a brighter future for life in the tropics world-wide, through graduates and discoveries that make a difference. Source: this is an extract from the company''s own websiteResearching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr