Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone regardless of background, location or life circumstances.Working at CQUniversityWe are seeking a motivated and handson team member to join our Facilities Management team at our Rockhampton campus, delivering essential support services to ensure the University operates smoothly and efficiently.In this role, you will contribute to a variety of tasks, including office moves, event setup, furniture relocation, and equipment delivery across the University. You will assist tradespeople such as carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians, and provide support to other campuses as required. Your duties will also include general maintenance tasks like painting, lock repairs, changing light bulbs, and Test & Tag.You will help keep the campus grounds in top condition by operating equipment such as tractors, mowers, and whippersnippers, as well as maintaining fleet vehicles and performing minor servicing of tools and equipment.If you take pride in handson work, have a strong work ethic, and enjoy contributing to safe, functional, and wellmaintained spaces, we would love to hear from you.Be Rewarded17% superannuation (with the choice to join an awardwinning superfund)6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer''s leave7.25 hours engaged service leaveFantastic professional and career development opportunitiesUp to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leaveAccess to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness PassportPosition RequirementsExperience in building maintenance and general services, including office moves, event setup, and supporting tradespeople.Proficiency with computer systems and a solid understanding of Workplace Health and Safety (WH&S) compliance.Strong organisational and problemsolving skills, with the ability to work independently and manage urgent tasks.Physical fitness for manual tasks and willingness to work in areas requiring hearing protection.Current Open Manual Driver''s Licence (mandatory).Apply today for a career that changes livesApplications Close: 11:59 pm, Tuesday, 17 February 2026Job Requisition ID: 6918John Saunders(07) 4923 2273When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 12 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Applicants must have fulltime work rights.Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity''s domestic and international student graduates with poststudy work rights are encouraged to apply.#HEW3 || #LI-LM1 || #LI-Onsite || Keywords: Trades Assistant | Organisational Skills | Manual Tasks | Grounds Maintenance | Industrial Cleaner | Gardener | Customer Service | Security | Equipment Maintenance | Apprentice | Site Operations | Facility Inspections | Construction | Space Planning | Handyman | Labourer | Warehouse | Groundskeeper | Maintenance Officer | Property Services Officer | Facilities Support | Building Services | Trades Support | Operations Support | Campus ServicesCRICOS Provider Code: 00219C RTO Code 40939 CQUniversity Australia is a trading name of Central Queensland University. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Facilities Officer