Building and Facilities Officer

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can grow and develop while having the benefit of

living in an idyllic North Coast location? Here at Clarence Valley Council, we strive to be a progressive

employer that offers a rewarding and flexible work environment. Our vision is to create a community full

of opportunity and our workforce is where we start to achieve our community aspirations.

Located in the Northern Rivers of NSW, we cover 10,441 square kilometres with the three major

community hubs of Grafton, Yamba and Maclean. We are one of the biggest employers in the Valley

and can offer you a rewarding career and a new lifestyle. Our goal is to be the employer of choice in

the Valley, creating opportunities for those who live here already and for those who want to move here.

We are in an exciting period of transformation with a focus on employee engagement, satisfaction and

delivering exceptional services and facilities for the community.

So come and join the team while enjoying all that Clarence Valley has to offer you and your family.

Learn more about living in the Clarence Valley here

What you need to know...

• permanent full time - 70 hours per fortnight

• the package: $68,876 to $82,136 plus superannuation per annum

• location: South Grafton, NSW

• flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance

• enjoy the benefits of flex time

• access to fitness passportAbout the role

The Building and Facilities Officer plays a key role in supporting the management, maintenance and

improvement of Council's diverse building and facilities portfolio, helping to ensure community assets

remain safe, functional, compliant and fit for purpose.

Working as part of a collaborative and experienced team, this position supports the planning,

coordination and delivery of building maintenance, renewal and capital projects across a wide range of

Council-owned and managed facilities. The role contributes to asset inspections and condition

assessments, procurement activities, contractor and stakeholder coordination, project delivery and the

ongoing improvement of Council's building assets.

This role works closely with internal teams, contractors, consultants, community groups and facility

users to deliver practical, customer-focused outcomes while supporting Council's long-term asset

management objectives.

The position offers the opportunity to contribute across the full lifecycle of Council's building assets,

from day-to-day operational support through to the delivery of renewal and improvement projects. It is

ideally suited to someone who enjoys working across a varied portfolio, has strong organisational and

communication skills, and is passionate about delivering quality infrastructure and services for the

community.

If you have qualifications or experience in facilities management, asset management, building

construction, project management, property management or a related field, and are looking to build

your career in a dynamic and supportive environment, we encourage you to review the Position

Description and submit an application addressing the selection criteria.

Contact

Doug McKenzie, Coordinator Facilities on 02 6645 0270

Closing date

Tuesday 18 August 2026 at 11.30 pm (NSW time).

Other important information

This position is located at Council's Rushforth Road Works Depot however, this may change should

business needs identify other work locations to be more appropriate to deliver our services in the

future.

A probation period applies to this position.

How to apply

All applications must be lodged online via Council's website www.clarence.nsw.gov.au

... this application you will be required to:

• address essential selection criteria from the position description

• address desirable selection criteria from the position description

• supply a resume

• supply a cover letter

• supply relevant certificates and licences.

For further information about the selection process including tips on how to address the selection

criteria please refer to the Careers page on www.clarence.nsw.gov.au

... is an EEO employer and First Nations people are encouraged to apply.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from

ex-service personnel.