Job Description

Maintenance Manager - Premium Accommodation Community

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We're seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to take ownership of a beautifully maintained, high‐quality Student Residential community.

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This is not a reactive maintenance role. It's a visible, people‐first position for someone who values strong relationships, clear communication, and pride in presentation. You'll be the trusted onsite presence, ensuring the community operates safely, smoothly, and to a gold‐standard every day.

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What's On Offer

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- Salary up to $100,000 + Super + Incentives
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- Monday–Friday only (no weekends)
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- Free onsite parking
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- Strong autonomy with senior leadership support
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- Professionally managed, long‐term community
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- A role where you genuinely improve resident experience and wellbeing
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The Role

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You'll oversee all maintenance and operational services across a professionally managed residential property, ensuring buildings, assets, and facilities are safe, compliant, and immaculately presented.

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You'll be the key onsite contact for residents, internal teams, and contractors—combining hands‐on maintenance leadership with a calm, professional, and approachable presence.

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Key responsibilities

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- Oversee day‐to‐day maintenance of building services, plant, and infrastructure
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- Lead and support Maintenance Officers
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- Manage trades and external contractors (scope, schedule, quality)
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- Conduct regular inspections and implement preventative maintenance
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- Proactively identify and address maintenance risks or defects
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- Respond to and coordinate emergency maintenance when required
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- Maintain accurate records, asset registers, and documentation
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- Liaise with residents and stakeholders on maintenance requests
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About You

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You're hands‐on, organised, and take genuine pride in well‐run environments. You communicate clearly, manage competing priorities with ease, and approach maintenance with a proactive, solutions‐focused mindset.

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You'll bring

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- Trade or Maintenance Services qualifications (or equivalent experience)
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- 3+ years' experience in Facilities or Maintenance Management
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- Experience managing contractors
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- Solid WHS and compliance knowledge
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- Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
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- Excellent attention to detail and organisation
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- Friendly, professional communication skills
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All applications are treated in strict confidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

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