Maintenance Supervisor; OAI

Operational Staff Grade 6 – salary from $101,105 to $108,197 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading

• Ongoing Full Time, 35 hours per week
• Primary
  
  Work Location:
  
  Orange
• Operational Staff Grade 6 – salary from $101,105 to $108,197 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading

As Maintenance Supervisor, you will play a key role in keeping a diverse research and operational site running safely and effectively. This is an opportunity to take ownership of maintenance programs, coordinate practical infrastructure improvements and see the direct results of your work across buildings, plant, equipment and site services.

Working closely with the Site Manager, researchers, technical teams, contractors and suppliers, you will plan and coordinate preventative and reactive maintenance, manage site contracts and support refurbishments, relocations and equipment replacement. You will also help manage the annual maintenance budget and provide practical advice on current and future infrastructure needs.

No two days will be exactly the same. You may be coordinating contractors, inspecting equipment, preparing a scope of works, resolving an urgent breakdown or planning an improvement that strengthens site safety and reliability. The role also undertakes minor maintenance tasks where appropriate, providing a balance of practical involvement, coordination and forward planning.

This is a role where your judgement and organisation will make a visible difference to the people who rely on the site and the important research and operational work undertaken there.

You are a practical, safety-focused maintenance professional who enjoys solving problems and taking responsibility for seeing work through. You are equally comfortable inspecting an issue onsite, coordinating contractors and preparing the documentation needed to deliver work safely, efficiently and within budget.

• Experience planning and coordinating maintenance for buildings, infrastructure, plant or equipment
• The ability to manage contractors safely and maintain productive working relationships
• Sound organisational skills, with the ability to manage planned work while responding calmly to urgent breakdowns
• Experience preparing scopes of work, maintenance records, reports or procurement documentation
• A practical understanding of workplace health and safety, risk management and equipment safety
• Sound judgement regarding maintenance priorities, value for money and longer-term asset requirements
• A collaborative and service-focused approach when working with site staff, researchers, suppliers and contractors
• This is an excellent opportunity to apply your technical expertise while contributing to the safe and efficient operation of a complex research and operational environment.

• Trade qualification in building, electrical, plumbing or infrastructure and plant

Sunday 20 September 2026 at 11:55pm AEST

At DPIRD, We’re Committed To Protecting And Growing NSW’s Primary Industries While Supporting Regional Communities. When You Join Us, You’ll

• Work on meaningful projects that shape the future of agriculture and biosecurity.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and the option to work from regional locations.
• Access professional development opportunities to grow your career.
• Be part of a collaborative, inclusive team that values diversity and innovation.

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively…