Make the difference that matters.
Use your fire systems expertise to diagnose faults, complete repairs and restore essential Defence fire detection and suppression systems to reliable operation.
Join Downer’s Property and Asset Services (PAS) team at Lavarack Barracks Townsville in a permanent role focused on fault finding and repairs. Working alongside an established trade team, you’ll investigate system failures, rectify defects and verify that repaired systems are ready for service.
Permanent | 38 hours Monday–Friday | Rates from $50.40 – 58.00 ph + super + allowances + vehicle
Why this role
- Be part of something big: Put your fire systems fault-finding and repair skills to work on essential Defence facilities, rectifying defects and restoring fire detection and suppression systems to reliable operation.
- Support you can count on: Work alongside a safety-first trade team, with Perks@Downer savings and confidential Employee Assistance Program support.
- Shape your future: We’ll support role-relevant training and additional certification where required, including working at heights, a boom lift ticket, EWP and confined spaces.
- A stable long term position, extra hours only if you want them: A company tool-of-trade vehicle is provided, with reasonable private use outside work hours and on weekends, in accordance with Downer’s Company Vehicle Policy. Eligible technicians may receive additional allowances, including on-call allowances ranging from $71.37 to $164.70 per day, plus applicable tool, security clearance, first aid and meal allowances.
What you’ll do
- Diagnose faults and identify root causes across fire detection and suppression systems using technical drawings, manuals and asset history.
- Respond to breakdowns and reactive work orders, rectify defects and repair or replace faulty components within required response times.
- Test and verify completed repairs against applicable Australian Standards, regulatory obligations, Defence requirements and safe work procedures.
- Coordinate access and repairs with your Leading Hand, other trades, specialist subcontractors and Defence representatives to minimise disruption.
- Complete digital work orders with fault details, rectification work, materials, time, test results and supporting compliance evidence.
What you’ll bring
- Certificate III in Fire Systems Testing and Inspection, with Fire Protection Accreditation (FPAA); QBCC Fire Protection Licence.
- Post-trade experience in fire systems fault diagnosis, corrective maintenance and repairs, including root cause analysis and compliance testing.
- Sound knowledge of fire detection and suppression systems, confidence interpreting technical drawings and manuals, and a strong safety and compliance focus.
- A practical, team-focused approach, clear customer communication and confidence prioritising reactive work and recording outcomes in digital maintenance systems.
- A current driver’s licence and the ability to obtain and maintain a Defence security clearance; Australian citizenship is required.
About Downer
Downer plans, creates and sustains essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. Our Base and Estate Management team supports the Australian Defence Force by delivering the services and infrastructure Defence communities rely on.
We’re committed to a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to contribute. We welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds and experiences. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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