Field Lead

Ventia is looking for an experienced Field Lead to join our Defence Base Services contract in Darwin, NT. If you're a tradesperson with a background in Carpentry, Plumbing, Building, or General Maintenance and you're ready to step off the tools into a leadership role, this is your opportunity!

Based at Robertson Barracks, this position offers you the chance to apply your trade expertise in a management capacity, overseeing the maintenance, repair, and integrity of facilities and equipment for the Defence contract. You'll move from hands-on work to coordinating teams, managing key stakeholders, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Incident & Outage Management: Coordinate and manage first response and on-site ground control for Estate Upkeep outages affecting asset availability.
• Permit to Work System: Implement and issue the Ventia Permit to Work System. Conduct audits of safety documentation and Operational Process Confirmations as needed.
• Quality Control: Engage in subcontractor and project management quality control, ensuring work scope completion and value-for-money assessments.
• Site Access Coordination: Facilitate site access for subcontractors, including inductions, provision of drawings/maps, and escort services.
• Client Liaison: Build and maintain strong relationships with key client and customer representatives on-base.
• Data & Reporting: Ensure timely entry of work information into relevant systems and databases.
• Other Duties: Undertake additional tasks as directed by the Infrastructure Services Manager.

Skills & Experience:

• Qualifications & Experience: Trade or tertiary qualifications, or equivalent experience in one of the following fields: Carpentry, Building, Plumbing, or General Maintenance (Handyperson).
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Management: Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain positive relationships with clients, customers, and team members.
• Technical Proficiency: Competence in using Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new software tools. Experience with the Permit to Work System is highly desirable.
• High-Risk Qualifications: Qualifications in at least one high-risk discipline are a plus.
• Licence Requirements: A current Australian driver’s licence is essential.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Ventia values the diverse talents, experiences, and cultures of our people. We are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive work environment, celebrating the communities we operate in. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, women, veterans, spouses, and people with disabilities.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please reference Position Number: 160721. The successful candidate must be eligible to obtain a Defence Security Clearance up to Neg Vet Level 1, meaning applicants must be Australian citizens.

Join Ventia and contribute to delivering critical services that support the Australian Defence Force!