Assets Coordinator

Temporary opportunity until August 2026, with possibility of extension. Full‑time hours (35 hours per week). Base at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, with occasional travel to Mt Annan and Mt Tomah sites. Salary is $113,574 – $125,720 plus superannuation.

About the role

As our Assets Coordinator, you’ll play a hands‑on role in keeping the Royal Botanic Gardens & Domain Sydney operating smoothly. You’ll help oversee asset management, facilities maintenance and project services, ensuring everything is up to standard and compliant. You’ll respond to facilities enquiries, supervise contractors and keep our systems and records in top shape, working closely with staff, consultants and stakeholders to support site operations and keep everyone on the same page.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee asset management, facilities maintenance and project services.
- Respond to facilities enquiries and supervise contractors.
- Maintain systems, records, budgets and schedules.
- Ensure compliance with quality, safety, health and government standards.
- Coordinate with staff, consultants and stakeholders to support operations.
- Apply sound judgment, juggle priorities and deliver high‑quality service.

What you will bring

- Strong understanding of asset management, construction, procurement and project management principles.
- Excellent customer service and stakeholder management skills.
- Advanced computer literacy and adaptability to new systems.
- Extensive experience in the asset, building trade or construction industry.
- Outstanding time management and ability to thrive in quick‑paced environments.
- Proven ability to budget, schedule, negotiate and control costs.
- Experience managing contractors and ensuring compliance with quality, safety and government standards.
- Knowledge of government contracts, operating systems,



hardware and project management software.
- Familiarity with quality assurance, health and safety standards.
- Persistence, determination and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
- White Card NSW or willingness to obtain it within the first few months.

Essential requirements

- Building trade or tertiary qualifications in property, facilities or project management and/or equivalent relevant experience in assets/facilities management.
- Ability to work outside normal working hours and on weekends if required.
- Ability to travel to and attend work at any site within the BGGS portfolio as directed.

About us

The Botanic Gardens of Sydney, under the Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust, is Australia’s oldest scientific institution and custodian of over $1.2 billion in cultural, heritage and botanical collections. As the premier botanical research institute, we encompass world‑leading botanic gardens and Sydney’s leading outdoor live entertainment precinct, engaging international, national and regional visitors and shaping the NSW tourism sector.

How to apply

Applications close Tuesday 27 th January 2026. If you are excited by this role, please send your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest and suitability to Gary Hinchliffe (phone 0437 892 464, email [email protected]). Please note: you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working visa for the duration of the appointment.

Equal Opportunity

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Contact the Talent Team ([email protected] or (02) 6363 7676 – HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1, reference ‘Request an Adjustment – Job Title and Reference Number’). We also provide an Aboriginal applicants guide and Aboriginal Career pathways assistance.

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📌 Asset Coordinator (New South Wales)
🏢 NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure
📍 New South Wales