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Northern Parks & Forests Regional Operations; Management & Operations; QPWS & Partnerships; Cairns
Exciting Opportunity: Maintenance & Asset Management Lead – Northern Region
Ready to take charge of vital infrastructure? We're looking for a driven professional to lead the Northern Region’s maintenance and asset management program. From coordinating the Heavy Plant Unit to managing complex projects and procurement processes, this role puts you at the heart of keeping our assets running smoothly.
You’ll shape annual work programs, track budgets, drive contractor engagement, and ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards. You’ll also provide expert advice, support regional teams with asset management systems, and make a real impact across the region.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have project management or construction industry experience, this is your chance to lead, influence, and deliver.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | AO5 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/663769/25 |
| Closing date | 20-Oct-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Paul Beri |
| Contact details | Ph: 0472 807 100 Access the National Relay Service |
Love the outdoors? Passionate about projects?
Join us as a Maintenance & Asset Management Coordinator - Northern Region department of Environment and Science (DES) | Classification: AO5 | Location: Northern Region - Full-Time
Be part of something bigger Imagine starting your workday knowing you're helping protect some of the most iconic and beautiful landscapes in Queensland. As our new Maintenance & Asset
Management Coordinator, you'll combine your project management skills with your passion for the outdoors to deliver real, tangible outcomes for our parks, forests, and reserves.
This isn't just a desk job — it's a chance to lead from the field, solve real-world problems, and keep Queensland's incredible natural spaces safe, accessible, and ready for the millions of visitors who enjoy them every year.
About the role
Based in the Northern Region, you'll lead the coordination of our regional maintenance program, including the management of our Heavy Plant Unit and the delivery of complex asset maintenance projects.
From writing work programs and managing budgets to engaging contractors and using the latest digital tools, your days will be diverse and rewarding. You'll play a key role in planning, reporting, and delivering projects that matter — and you'll be surrounded by passionate professionals who care deeply about our parks and the communities that rely on them.
Your day-to-day will include:
• Leading the maintenance and asset management program for the Northern Region
• Overseeing operations of the Heavy Plant Unit
• Managing project budgets, timelines, and contractor performance
• Leading procurement processes for engineers, architects, and trades
• Supporting staff in using databases, mobile tools, and asset management systems
• Providing technical advice and hands-on support to our regional teams
• Ensuring all projects meet safety, environmental, and quality standards
We're looking for someone who:
• Has experience in project management, construction, or infrastructure maintenance
• Knows their way around procurement and contracts
• Is organised, solutions-focused, and thrives working across multiple projects
• Can communicate clearly and build great relationships
• Has a passion for the outdoors and wants to make a difference
Why join us?
• Work in and around some of Queensland's most spectacular locations
• Step into a role with purpose, variety, and challenge
• Be supported by a friendly, passionate, and professional team
• See the results of your work on the ground — not just on paper
About Us - Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS)
As a Ranger with QPWS, you're not just a caretaker — you're a protector, a problem-solver, a planner, and a collaborator. We work across five focus areas: Pest Management, Fire Management, Estate Management, Visitor Management, and Assets & Safety (that's you!).
Together, we manage more than 1,000 national parks and protected areas, and we work closely with Traditional Owners, local communities, and contractors to preserve Queensland's incredible biodiversity and cultural heritage.
Ready to apply?
If you're a motivated professional who's keen to roll up your sleeves, take the lead on exciting projects, and help care for Queensland's most special places — we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and bring your skills where they matter most — out in the field, protecting Queensland's natural wonders.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Further information
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