INCH Housing Inc. (INCH) is a Nationally registered Community Housing Provider operating in Brisbane and Moreton Bay regions. A registered Charity and a not-for-profit Incorporated Association.

INCHprovides community housing services to people onlowincomes andwho have multi-complex circumstances.Mostofourclientshaveexperienced homelessness orwereat veryhighriskof homelessness beforeobtainingahomewithINCH Housing Inc.

INCH’s housing services are provided in partnership with Queensland Department of Housing, Brisbane City Council and many government, businesses, community and support organisations.

INCH'sofficeenvironment hasstaffwho demonstratecompassionandempathy towards all people,withhighemployee morale. Apositivethinking environmentwith open, honest communicationsand people who are dedicated towards ending homelessness.

Job Summary

As the Facilities and Maintenance Officer, you are part of the Property Management team ensure that INCH’s physical buildings, grounds and equipment remain safe, clean and operational for rental to our clients.

The key responsibility for this role is maintaining INCH Housing Inc’s Property Portfolio across 5 x property streams that meets and maintains a S4 rating standard (buildings to be in good condition operationally and aesthetically, bench-marked against industry standards for that class of building.)

Contractor Coordination

Sourcing external contractors and service providers, as required, Scheduling and supervising external contractors and service providers, Implement annual contractor agreements, obtaining current certificates, service rates,



Complete induction training for all new contractors , Ensure upgrades and maintenance works meet quality standards as per INCH’s funding contracts

Work Order Management

Implement work order via Rent Management Program, Prioritize incoming maintenance requests and track asset repairs using a computerized system, Work to be completed within INCH’s regulatory time frames

Safety & Compliance

Conduct regular safety inspections, ensure emergency equipment (fire extinguishers, alarms) are up to date, and adhere to relevant guidelines, Ensuring facilities adhere to regulations, handling hazard identification, and managing emergency call

Budget

Ability to work within a tight budget, Skills and abilities to seek and obtain charity donations eg products, equipment or funds as required, Work with the CEO and Finance Officer is annual budget development

Inventory

Monitor stock levels of maintenance supplies, manage parts purchasing, and assist with budget tracking.

Records and Reports

Updating and maintaining preventative maintenance program to prevent equipment failure and breakdown and with costings over a time, Keep accurate records of equipment and maintenance logs,



Provide monthly reports to supervisor and quarterly and annual reports as required, Participating with other staff in bi-annual National Compliance Reporting

This is a part-time 21 hours per week. This role is works from INCH’s Office at Mitchelton. The part-time salary rate is between $53,683 - $54,873 Level 4.3 - 4.4 as per the Social and Community, Home Care and Disabilities Award. The level is dependent on applicant’s qualifications and work experience.

Additional employee benefits includes - Not for Profit tax-free salary packaging, free access to Employee Assist Program for employee and immediate family members, plus statutory employee entitlements and options for further education and training.

About You

Qualifications

Qualifications for this role can be any of the following:

- Building Management
- Body Corporate & Community Management Certificate
- Portfolio Management
- current/past licensed contractor Builder
- Electrician
- Plumber
- Carpenter
- Surveyor

Experience/Skills

Previous work experience in all aspects of Facilities and Maintenancemanagement

Effective communication, negotiation and marketing skills to engaged with trade industry to engage with current contractor, seek current contractors, as required and engage with various trade businesses/service.

Marketing skills to seek various partnerships/donations for our charity organisation within the trades Industry.

INCH Housing Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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📌 Facilities and Maintenance Officer (Brisbane)
🏢 INCH Housing
📍 Brisbane