Property Management and Operations Assistant

SINGAPORE HIGH COMMISSION IN CANBERRA

The Singapore High Commission in Canberra (SHC) is looking for a Full Time Property Management and Operations Assistant. The role involves conducting regular inspections of Singapore Government-owned properties, proper record of inspection and rectification, scheduling of systematic maintenance plan which includes regular inspections of building, equipment and machinery, planning and implementation of cyclical preventive maintenance. The PMOA will also perform proper contract management and post-contract management, and assist to cover duties of drivers in their absence. The role is Canberra-based. The SHC is seeking applicants who are able to commit to the role for at least a year, but ideally two years or more.

The remuneration package includes a starting salary of A$64,680 in the first year and other discretionary bonuses. The annual remuneration excluding 12% superannuation could be in excess of A$80,850 in the first year.

Main duties of the PMOA:

·       Schedule a systematic maintenance plan, including conducting regular inspections of building, equipment and machinery.

·       Plan and implement the schedule for cyclical preventive maintenance.

·       Prepare an annual building assessment including planning/estimating the cost of the components or elements which need to be replaced or upgraded.

·       Conduct regular inspections of the Singapore Government-owned properties and proper records of inspection and rectification.

·       Perform proper Contract Management and post-contract management.

·       To assist in the supervision of renovation projects of the government-owned properties and handle minor repairs.

·       Perform procurement matters in compliance with the relevant guidelines and provide logistical support for official functions.

·       Cover duties of drivers in their absence.

Qualities we are looking for:

• Possesses secondary or tertiary qualifications

• Possesses basic property maintenance and repair skills

• Proactive and able to identify and resolve issues independently

• Meticulous and values excellence in quality of work

• Able to identify maintenance issues and coordinate repairs where necessary

• Good organisational and administrative skills

• Able to use Microsoft Word and Excel effectively

• Reliable, responsible and able to follow through on assigned tasks 

Applications must be submitted through SEEK and include:

1.     CV with a recent photo (taken within the last 6 months)

2.     Cover letter no longer than one A4-page (font size 12) addressing the job requirements 

Applications close by Sunday, 27 September 2026 2359hrs AEST.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews between September to October 2026.