Trades Assistant and Handyman

Full-time, Non-Ongoing, APS 4 or APS5 position
$75,022 - $+1,80+ p.a. plus 15.4% superannuation
Australia’s leading museum located waterside in beautiful Darling Harbour
The Australian National Maritime Museum is seeking a motivated, responsive and energetic Trades Assistant and Handyman to join our Facilities team in this full-time, non-ongoing position. This opportunity is available at the APS4 or APS5 level. The successful candidate will be appointed at the appropriate level based on their level of skills and experience.

As one of Sydney’s most visited museums, the Australian National Maritime Museum shares our national maritime story across Australia and the world, online, onsite and through research, presentations and travelling exhibitions, and provides must-visit museum experiences that delight and inspire.

We connect our visitors with the oceans and waterways that are the heartbeat of who we are. From deep time to modern Australian and beyond, we explore our past, our present and future as an island nation shaped by sea, offering a sustainable and cohesive vision for the future.

The Museum welcomes over 2.5 million local, interstate and international visitors annually, and is supported by a thriving and passionate staff, membership, volunteer and education base. Find out more at sea.museum.

The Trades Assistant and Handyman plays a key role in assisting the Non-Collections Assets Coordinator and/or Facilities team with various tasks on site, including but not limited to ad hoc cleaning or minor repairs (I.E; painting, carpentry) Co-ordinate the Museum’s non-collection assets such as exhibition materials, showcases and other valuable materials in the Museum’s possession. Provide the principal reference point for the acceptance and receipt of deliveries to the Museum of non-collection materials including bulk stationery items, publications, PR materials etc. in addition to the above this position is also to ensure the management and coordination of offsite warehouse.

Please note: This recruitment process is intended to fill both current and future vacancies. While the position on offer is non-ongoing, a merit pool of suitable applicants may be established to fill similar ongoing and non-ongoing positions within the next 18 months.

Key Accountabilities
Under general direction, this position is responsible for delivering the following functions:

Meeting deadlines associated with direction from non-collection assets coordinator and/or facilities team member.
Tasks Preparation and clean up making sure necessary equipment and materials are ready to be used.
Assisting Facilities Team: Provide support to tradespeople by preparing materials, tools, and equipment for various tasks and projects.
Site Preparation and Cleanup: Ensure work sites are prepared for tasks by setting up necessary equipment and materials, and maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the project.
Material Handling: Safely transport and handle materials, tools, and equipment to and from work sites.
Basic Maintenance and Repairs: Perform basic maintenance and repair tasks under the guidance of tradespeople, including minor fixes and adjustments.
Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for all team members.
Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of materials used, tasks completed, and any issues encountered, and report these to supervisors as needed.
Customer Interaction: Communicate effectively with clients and customers, addressing any questions or concerns they may have in a professional manner.
Tool and Equipment Management: Ensure all tools and equipment are properly maintained, stored, and accounted for.
Selection Criteria
Knowledge and understanding of general facilities management building principles and procedures.
An understanding of work health and safety practices within a facilities management context.
Effective communication skills with ability to maintain positive relationships.
Knowledge of Asset Management and storage.
Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to use power tools, with strong knowledge of problem-solving skills and attention detail.

Qualifications and/or relevant experience required
Mandatory:
Valid Driver’s Licence.
Desirable:
Experience organising logistics for storage and transport.
Experience coordinating the acceptance and receipt of deliveries of non-collection materials in a museum setting.
Experience assisting Building Services team in providing operational support in a museum setting.
Experience using asset accounting systems, Microsoft word and excel.
Valid Forklift Licence.
Valid MR Licence.
LR license (minimum).
EWP license(Elevated Work Platform).
First Aid Qualified.

When applying via our online e-recruitment system, please provide a written application addressing each Selection Criteria. Your current resume is also to be included in your application.

In addition to an application and your resume, the assessment process for this position may also include an interview and referee reports.

Applications Close: 11:30pm AEST, Monday, 14 April 2025. No Applications will be accepted by mail or email.

Selection for this position will be made on the basis of relative merit which will be assessed against each item of the selection criteria. Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered for shortlisting by the Selection Panel. As part of the selection process the Selection Panel may invite candidates to undertake online testing, skills-based assessment and provide samples of written work at interview.

This position is open to all eligible members of the community, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability and people from every cultural and linguistic background. To be an eligible member of the community, you must be an Australian citizen. Applications may be accepted from Australian permanent residents who are in the process of acquiring Australian citizenship. All employees will be required to satisfactorily complete an Australian Federal Police National Police Check and obtain and maintain a Working with Children Check registration. Read more