Closes: 19 November 2026

Classification: Infrastructure Officer 3

Salary: $127,877 - $139,767 plus superannuation

Position No: 72179

Directorate: Infrastructure Canberra

Advertised (Gazettal date): 05 November 2026

Contact Officer: Chanaka Peiris on [email protected] or 0481 477 479

Details: About the Team

Facilities Management delivers planned and reactive maintenance services across a diverse portfolio of ACT Government owned and managed properties. The Planned and Reactive Maintenance Team is organised into six specialist service streams, each led by a subject matter expert, and works closely with directorates, contractors and service providers to keep public buildings safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to lead the Fire Services stream. You will manage fire maintenance contracts and programs across the ACT Government property portfolio, ensuring buildings remain compliant with fire safety legislation, AS 1851 and the National Construction Code.

Working in a fast-paced operational environment, you will scope works with clients, develop technical and tender documentation, evaluate proposals, manage contractors through to completion and inspect work in progress. You will provide expert advice to staff, clients and contractors on fire protection systems and respond to urgent fire safety issues.

You will lead and develop a small team, monitor and report on contractor performance, compliance outcomes, defects and risks, and drive continuous improvement in how fire services are delivered.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

- Has specialist trade or technical experience in fire maintenance or fire protection services.
- Has a working knowledge of AS 1851 and the routine service, inspection, testing and maintenance of fire protection systems.
- Has experience in procurement and contract management, ideally for building maintenance services.
- Can build positive relationships with clients, contractors and colleagues, and lead a team.

Is committed to safety, compliance, quality service delivery and continuous improvement.



We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/Other Requirements

- Hold a specialist trade qualification or technical experience/qualifications in Fire Maintenance or Fire Protection Services, a relevant professional qualification in Engineering, Architecture or Project Management, a relevant building degree, or extensive building, infrastructure, project or contract management experience.
- A working knowledge of applicable Australian Standards, including AS 1851, and the requirements for the routine service, inspection, testing and maintenance of fire protection systems and equipment.
- Asbestos awareness card or a willingness to obtain - Asbestos Awareness Training and evidence of completion delivered by a Registered Training Organisation is required before commencement, for further information refer to: Asbestos Awareness Training - WorkSafe ACT
- Workplace Health and Safety Induction (White Card) or willingness to obtain; General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
- Hold or have the capacity to obtain Silica Awareness training.
- Hold a current driver’s licence (car).
- Qualifications in Procurement, Contract Management or Work Health and Safety are highly desirable.

Notes: Selection will be based on application, interview and referee reports.



An order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months. This position is based in an activity-based working (ABW) environment. Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk. How to Apply: Please review the Position Description for details about the role and associated responsibilities. Suitability for this position will be assessed on your demonstrated Skills, Experience, Knowledge and Behaviour in relation to the duties/responsibilities listed in the Position Description.

Please Submit The Following

- A two page pitch that tells the selection committee about your ability to perform the advertised role (Knowledge, Experience, Skills, Behaviour) and why you are the best person for this role. The pitch should:
- Show that you have the capabilities in “What You Require” section of the Position Description including Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge, and Behavioural Capabilities.
- Demonstrate your capacity to perform the duties and responsibilities detailed in “What You Will Do” at the specified classification including examples of how you have done this in the past.
- Tell the panel how your abilities, ingenuity, experience and qualifications make you the best person for this role
- A current Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) including details of work history (roles, timing, responsibilities, achievements), professional memberships and qualifications, and

Contact details of at least two referees.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the productive administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

📌 Contract Manager – Fire Services (Canberra)
🏢 Act Government
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