Supervisor Buildings and Facilities

Build your career and your community. 

The city of Port Lincoln is seeking a handy person who is a qualified tradesperson or builder that can supervise contractors and coordinate maintenance for council buildings, small-scale projects and conduct playground assessments.

• Full-time, Permanent Position
  
• Estimated start June-July 2026
• Relocation support available
• $87,215.11 - $91,284.60 per annum (dependant on qualifications and experience)
• Salary package includes:
  
  • Council vehicle for commuter use
    
  • Laptop
  • On Call Allowance
  • Phone Allowance
  • Uniform Allowance
  • Plus 12% Superannuation
  • Additional 3% Council superannuation contribution

Key Objectives

• Provide leadership to direct reports by setting clear expectations, offering guidance and support, and promoting high standards of workmanship, safety and productivity.
• Supervise and coordinate maintenance technicians, tradespeople and contractors, including management of relevant service contracts.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair and presentation of Council buildings, facilities and structures, including community buildings, civic assets, playgrounds, public amenities and cemeteries.,
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of facilities and infrastructure to identify maintenance needs, safety hazards and compliance requirements, including playground inspections.
• Coordinate and prioritise maintenance works, repairs, upgrades and capital projects in collaboration with internal teams and external contractors.
• Support asset management planning and preventative maintenance programs to optimise the lifecycle and performance of Council assets.
• Ensure Council buildings and facilities comply with relevant building codes, safety regulations and accessibility standards, including coordinating inspections, permits and required certifications.
• Plan and allocate resources, develop work schedules, and oversee daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Assist with budget preparation, monitoring, reporting, and asset record management for the Structures and Facilities function.
• Prepare reports and correspondence and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal departments, elected members and community stakeholders to identify facility needs and service priorities.
• Respond to service requests, enquiries and community enquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Participate in Council’s after-hours on-call roster to respond to urgent building, facility and infrastructure matters as required.
• Ensure workplace incidents, hazards, near misses and property damage are reported in accordance with Council’s work health and safety procedures.
• Maintain awareness of industry best practice including sustainability, inclusivity and community wellbeing and promote Council Values.
• Undertake other duties consistent with the position as directed by the Manager, Places and Presentation.

Using the position description as a guide, your application should be addressed to Brad Tolley, Manager Places and Presentation and include, a brief cover letter addressing the key criteria of the position and your most recent resume including details of at least three employment referees.

If you would like to learn more, please reach out to our People and Culture team at peopleandculture@plcc.sa.gov.au or by telephone 08 8621 2377.

Applications will be assessed throughout the recruitment process and the opportunity to apply closes 5:00pm Friday 19th June 2026.

The City of Port Lincoln is an Employer of Choice, Equal Opportunity Employer and a Smoke Free Workplace