At a Glance
- Tasks: Monitor alarms, direct technicians, and perform minor maintenance tasks.
- Company: Join CBRE, a global leader in real estate and facilities management.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, paid overtime, 5 weeks leave, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Flexible roster with a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team with endless growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Relevant trade experience and a valid driver's license required.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Endless growth opportunities within a Global firm. As a CBRE Facilities Incident Response (FIR), you will be responsible for providing dedicated, rostered coverage for building services incidents and alarms across campus. The FIR Handyperson is a new, permanent role within this service. The role monitors BMS and AIMS alarms and directs the FIR Technician to incidents in the first instance. It also performs steam boiler blow downs each shift (training provided) and escalates to the relevant specialist contractor where the FIR Technician is unable to resolve or make safe an issue requiring urgent attention.
What’s in it for you?
- 10-week cycle: 4 days on, 2 days + 2 nights, 4 days off, 2 standbys (28 shifts per cycle)
- Competitive hourly rate
- Paid overtime
- 5 weeks annual leave
- Additional 2 days paid leave for charity
- Job security and stability
- Pool car available
- Ongoing training; technology, equipment, safety, skills
- Career pathway support and access to CBRE facilities and real estate careers
About your new role:
- Monitor BMS and AIMS alarms continuously through the shift
- Direct the FIR Technician to attend and investigate incidents in the first instance
- Perform steam boiler blow downs each shift (training provided)
- Undertake minor HVAC maintenance, such as filter cleans
- Escalate to the relevant specialist contractor where the FIR Technician cannot resolve or make safe an urgent issue
- Provide reporting inputs on: after-hours avoidance (what was triaged and what follow-up is needed), continuous improvement suggestions, surge event hours assisting the Technician role, alarm root cause, and idle time waiting for incidents
Roster:
- 10-week cycle: 4 days on, 2 days + 2 nights, 4 days off, 2 standbys (28 shifts per cycle)
- 12.5-hour shifts, 7am–7pm (or overnight equivalent), with handover at the start and end of every shift
- Average 35 hours per week
- A technical (Technician) role covers evenings as first responder to call outs, except Sundays and public holidays
Skills and Experience:
- Must have: Relevant trade or handyperson experience in building maintenance or facilities environment. Experience monitoring BMS/alarm systems. Valid Driver’s License required. OH & S General Induction White Card required. Working with Children Check.
- Nice to have: Experience operating steam boiler plant. First Aid certificate. Working at heights ticket.
About your team:
You will be part of a close-knit on-site facilities maintenance crew within CBRE GWS Local. The team prides itself on technical precision, high safety standards and fostering a supportive, team-first culture.
About CBRE:
CBRE is the world's leading commercial real estate and facilities management services firm, operating across 100+ countries with 13 Australian offices. We deliver world-class property operations.
Questions? We aim to review and respond to all applications within 5 business days. If you have any questions or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out to Genevieve Mulcahy.
Building Services Alarm Coordinator / Maintenance Technician in Melbourne employer: CBRE
CBRE is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant corporate environment in the heart of Sydney CBD, where employees are empowered to thrive and innovate. With a strong focus on professional development, a collaborative culture built on respect and integrity, and a commitment to employee well-being, CBRE provides unique opportunities for growth and meaningful contributions to the commercial real estate sector. Join us to be part of a team that values diverse perspectives and fosters a supportive workplace experience.
