Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description

Are you a hands-on leader who takes pride in maintaining safe, functional and welcoming environments? Do you enjoy leading a team, solving problems, and seeing the direct impact of your work? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
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• Full-time fixed term position up to December 2027
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• Monday to Friday 7.00am to 3.00pm
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• Based in Lilydale and Yarra Junction, requires regular travel across our Yarra Ranges and South Eastern sites
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• Join a community-focused, profit-for-purpose organisation making a real difference
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About the Role

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As Maintenance Supervisor, you will provide direct leadership and support our maintenance team to ensure Cire's facilities remain safe, compliant, functional and well-presented. Working across a diverse portfolio of sites, you will coordinate maintenance activities, respond to operational issues, oversee contractors where required, and provide hands-on support for building and property repairs.

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This is a practical leadership role where you'll balance team supervision, planning and administration with some hands-on maintenance work.

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Key responsibilities:

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• Coordinate and prioritise maintenance requests through the CMMS
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• Support and mentor the maintenance team to achieve quality outcomes
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• Undertake hands-on building and property maintenance as required
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• Conduct regular site inspections and identify preventative maintenance needs
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• Support the Facilities Manager with capital works and improvement projects
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• Monitor service delivery and ensure agreed service levels are achieved
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• Assist with sourcing materials, obtaining quotes and managing maintenance budgets
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• Ensure safety hazards, incidents and compliance matters are addressed and reported
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• Build positive relationships with internal stakeholders across all sites
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• Carry out daily toolbox meetings
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About You

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You're an experienced maintenance leader who enjoys rolling up your sleeves and supporting your team to get the job done. You bring a practical approach to maintenance operations, a strong focus on safety and compliance, and the ability to coordinate people, contractors and resources to keep facilities operating effectively.

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• Proven experience leading maintenance or facilities teams
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• At least 5 years' experience in building or facilities maintenance
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• Trade qualification or equivalent practical experience
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• Strong planning, prioritisation and coordination skills
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• Experience managing contractors and service providers
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• Working knowledge of workplace safety and compliance requirements
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• Experience with CMMS or maintenance management systems
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• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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• Current Victorian Driver Licence
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To enjoy Cire's environment and culture, you will have a community focus, friendly personality and positive attitude. You will demonstrate our Values of Quality, Inclusion, Innovation, Integrity, and Sustainability. You will enjoy being an integral part of a professional team.

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The Perks

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We put our people first - you'll enjoy:

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• Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
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• Discounts on childcare and training courses
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• A friendly, supportive workplace culture
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• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
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• Purpose-driven work that directly benefits vulnerable communities
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Applications close Friday 2nd October 2026.

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Cire Services may appoint at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date. We appreciate your understanding.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to fostering a culturally safe, respectful, and empowering workplace where First Nations employees can thrive and contribute meaningfully to our organisation and the communities we serve.

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Our Commitment to Child Safety

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Cire Services is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. We are committed to the ongoing implementation of the Victorian Child Safe Standards to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of children and young people is at the forefront of all that we do and every decision that we make.

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All staff members are responsible for understanding, implementing, and promoting our Charter of Commitment to Child Safety. This commitment is integral to our organisational culture and daily operations.

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As part of our dedication to child safety, all prospective employees must undergo a thorough screening process before appointment. Compliance with our Child Protection Program is a mandatory condition of employment at Cire Services.