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Facilities Maintenance Superintendent

Alice Springs, AUS; Alice Springs; Alice Springs,; Australia
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Purpose and Scope The Facilities Maintenance Superintendent leads a multi-skilled team in the safe and effective operation and maintenance of facility infrastructure and systems. The Facilities Maintenance Superintendent provides a professional service in leading and coordinating maintenance and configuration of all assigned facility infrastructure systems and equipment, through the leadership and supervision of an allocated crew of technical tradespeople. This includes responsibility for planning, organization, coordination, scheduling, training, mentoring, and resource and performance management relevant to their team’s day-to-day operation of the facility. Within this team, the Facilities Maintenance Superintendent must foster a culture of continuous improvement, supporting the implementation of safety initiatives and technical advances.

This position works closely with other Facilities Operations and Maintenance Superintendents to foster, promote, and maintain best-practice standardization across the entire maintenance team, ensuring consistent and effective delivery of facility maintenance and support. This role is key to the success of the broader O&M team and thus works closely with the Facilities leadership team and the O&M Facilities Area Manager (FAM) in the delivery of high-quality facility O&M services to enable the mission.

Qualifications

· (AUS) Certificate III in a relevant Trade or equivalent experience and skills (US) related facilities certifications.

· Applicable trades include but are not limited to Electrical, Plumbing, Refrigeration, and Mechanical.

· Strong understanding of infrastructure, facilities equipment, and functionality within a large operational facility.

· Ability to read and assess technical plans and documents.

· Basic computer skills including proficiency in Office 365 programs and Excel.

· Must be an Australian or US citizen. US citizens must have TS SCI with poly; Australian citizens must have NV1 clearance with the intent of progressing to Top Secret clearance.

· Driver's License.

Tickets and Licenses

· Essential: Certificate III in a Facilities Trade, Driver's License, and White Card.

· Desirable: Confined Space, Working at Heights, Forklift License, Elevated Work Platform, First Aid.

Experience and Skills

· Demonstrated experience in a facilities environment.

· Experience in leadership and supervision.

· Strong understanding of general equipment maintenance requirements (preventive, predictive, and corrective).

· Strong understanding and knowledge of technical terminology relating to infrastructure systems.

· Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.

· Proven ability to manage team and individual performance to achieve business objectives.

Work Environment and Demands Personnel are required to be medically fit to work and complete all physical tasks associated with the role. While much of this role is sedentary in nature, personnel must safely operate necessary tools and equipment, and navigate multiple physically restrictive plant access points without undue impacts on health and wellbeing.

Security Clearance Requirement It is a condition of employment that employees obtain and retain the appropriate level of security clearance and medical clearance applicable to each role. The employee will initially require a NV1 clearance with the intent to progress to Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) Department of Defense Security Clearance (Australian) or SSBI (TS/SCI) US Department of Defense clearance.

Why Choose Amentum? Join Amentum, a global leader that provides excellent career opportunities to professionals worldwide. Amentum supports critical missions and projects providing a challenging and rewarding work environment where your contributions make a tangible impact. We value safety, collaboration, and continuous professional growth, offering a supportive environment to enhance your skills and advance your career. Become part of Amentum and contribute to meaningful global operations while enjoying a stimulating and inclusive workplace.

Unlock Your Potential with Amentum

Amentum is committed to providing high-quality technical and management services on a global scale. By joining us, you will work on significant projects that matter and have ample opportunities for professional development. At Amentum, we foster a culture of innovation, excellence, and teamwork, making it a rewarding place to grow your career. Join us to make a difference while advancing your professional journey in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs) .

About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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