Maintenance Coordinator

Program Background

Pacific Australia Skills is a significant Australian investment which stands to make a major contribution to supporting social and economic growth in the region through strengthening the skills and training sector across the Pacific and Timor-Leste. Pacific Australia Skills builds on the achievements of 17 years of Australian Government support for skills and training in the Pacific. 

About DT Global

DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.

The Role

The Maintenance Coordinator will support the effective delivery of training by providing effective service and management of the stores, assets and facility maintenance and to ensure the effective operations of Pacific Australia Skills policies and work instructions. The position will report to the Operations Manager.

Roles and Responsibilities 

• Plan, Schedule and Coordinate all maintenance and repair activities to ensure facilities, equipment’s and assets are well maintained and operating efficiently. 

• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and extend the lifespan of assets. 

• Receive, Prioritise and Assign maintenance requests to contractors based on urgency, safety and operational needs. 

• Monitor and Supervise maintenance external contractors, ensuring all work is completed safely, on time and to a high standard. 

• Oversee grounds maintenance activities, including landscaping, waste management and general upkeep of outdoor areas. 

• Assist the Administration and Procurement Coordinator with the procurement of goods and services that presents the best value for money. 

• Ensure accurate records of assets, equipment and tools stored in the storerooms and workshops, as well as records of maintenance activities, work orders, service reports. 

• Carry out quarterly stocktake of the assets and equipment’s and collaborate with the Country Operations Manager to include all new assets in the asset management software. 

• Ensure that assets, equipment and tools are safe and in good working order with unsafe equipment tagged out for repair or disposal. 

• Ensure safety and security of the training resources, consumables and facilities and ensure that Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) standards are always maintained and that staff, students, visitors and contractors always adhere to the WHS policy and procedures. 

• Ensure a fleet register is in place and ensure that the fleet vehicles, trailers and forklifts are regularly checked for mechanical defects & panel damages, serviced, cleaned and that repairs are carried out in reasonable timeframe and without compromising safety. 

• Also, ensure that vehicles, trailers and forklifts undergo annual re-registration and that vehicles are always compliant.

About You

Essential Experience and Knowledge 

• Post-secondary education in carpentry or another relevant discipline. 

• Experience working within an educational organisation would be an advantage. 

• Experience working on an aid-funded project, preferably Australian Government, would be an advantage. 

• Demonstration of a strong work ethic, evidence of enthusiasm, attention to detail, self-motivation and professional presentation. 

• Demonstrated experience in performing a broad range of general maintenance, repairs, and handyman duties across building, grounds and facilities. 

• Demonstrated knowledge of maintenance tools, equipment and materials. 

• Demonstrated experience in office maintenance, procurement, asset & stock management and managing service contractors. 

• Proven ability to identify, assess and carry out routine maintenance tasks safely and efficiently, including minor carpentry, painting, plumbing and basic electrical work. 

• Demonstrated ability in the control of a multi-purpose trades store and ability to work unsupervised and demonstrated the capacity to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines. 

• Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including sound written and verbal communication skills in both Samoan and English; and proficient with Microsoft office programs such as Word, Excel and Outlook. 

• Proven capacity to exercise sound judgement and demonstrated experience maintaining a high level of service standards, being methodical and ability to adhere to work instructions, policies and processes. 

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a small and dedicated team. 

• Can drive both manual and automatic vehicles with valid driver’s license. 

• Understanding of and commitment to Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), Child Protection, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), prevention of human trafficking, environmental protection, anti-corruption and other DFAT safeguarding policies. 

• DT strongly encourages applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds including first nations, diverse SOGIESC and people with disabilities.

HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

  
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 11:59pm Samoa Time, Monday 28 September 2026.