Building Maintenance Carpenter Clerk Grade 5/6 - Parliament of NSW - Sydney
The role performs a variety of skilled maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting and repair activities in both modern and heritage-listed buildings
Ongoing full-time – Sydney CBD based
$102,936 pa – $113,579 per annum, plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
About the role:
The Building Maintenance Carpenter undertakes skilled carpentry work in the construction, maintenance, repair, installation, remodelling and alteration of building structures and facilities across NSW Parliament House.
The role performs a variety of skilled maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting and repair activities in both modern and heritage-listed buildings, conducts condition assessments, identifies maintenance requirements and carries out preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure facilities remain safe, functional and fit for purpose.
About us:
Based in NSW Parliament, the Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is a specialist service department working to support the operation of the Parliament of NSW by providing logistical support and advice to members, the Departments of the Legislative Council and Legislative Assembly and the people of New South Wales.
Our office is found close to public transport in the heart of Macquarie Street CBD, next to the State Library and Sydney's Botanic Gardens.
Enabling the Parliament, serving New South Wales:
We demonstrate and foster in others a commitment to the five values of the Department of Parliamentary Services: collaboration, innovation, excellence, integrity and service.




Our commitment to diversity:
We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, mature-age people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.
Our people:
Our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home.
Some of the perks available when you join Parliament include:
Competitive salary and annual leave loading
35-hour week and flexible work options
Corporate Wellbeing programs including seminars and Fitness Passport
Salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease
On-site fitness facilities, pool, restaurant, cafes, and post office
About you:
It is important to possess a strong knowledge base regarding construction and maintenance of both modern and heritage building components and be conversant with and have a good working knowledge of relevant standards and codes such as the Building Code of Australia.
A sound knowledge of WHS issues and the adoption of safe working practices is essential.
A Sound knowledge of the tools,



techniques and terminology associated with the carpentry trade.You must have practical skills in the installation, maintenance, repair and modification of building components and proficiency in the use of a range of hand/power tools and machines.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve faults such as tracing out the source of leaks in membranes.
Demonstrated carpentry and joinery skills across a diverse range of maintenance, repair and refurbishment activities and be flexible and act with tact and diplomacy in dealing with people whilst working in other areas and carrying out work in a professional manner.
A demonstrated ability to exercise judgement in identifying projects and maintenance issues that require specialist support or contractor involvement.
Minimum 5 years of post-trade experience in carpentry, joinery and building maintenance, including demonstrated experience in working with heritage buildings.
Tertiary Trade Certified in Carpentry and Joinery or relevant building related trade.
Current Certificate of competency and relevant current licenses for this trade where applicable.
To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following criteria:
a permanent resident of Australia; or
a New Zealand citizen.
Technical assistance:
Should you encounter any technical problems, please contact 'I work for NSW' or the helpdesk on ******** *** (Monday - Friday).
Job Reference
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CLOSING DATE:
Sunday 11 October **** – ******pm]
Thank you for your interest in this role.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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📌 Building Maintenance Carpenter Clerk Grade 5/6 - Parliament Of Nsw - Sydney (New South Wales)
🏢 Parliament of NSW
📍 New South Wales