Maintenance Assistant (Mechanical & Electrical)
FJD 1,323 - 1,654 per monthPosted 1 day ago
Closes in 13 days
About the company
The Pacific Community (SPC) is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947. It is an international development organisation owned and governed by 27 country and territory members, working across more than 25 sectors. SPC is known for its knowledge and innovation in areas such as fisheries science, public health surveillance, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture. The Operations and Integration (O&I) collective delivers enabling services including corporate services, programme support, partnerships, resource mobilisation, and strategic engagement across SPC's regional and satellite offices.
About the role
The Maintenance Assistant (Mechanical & Electrical) provides hands-on support to the Maintenance Supervisor in servicing, repairing, and maintaining SPC's air-conditioning units, minor electrical fixtures, and general building upkeep. The role ensures all work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with SPC OHS standards, contributing to a secure and well-maintained campus. Duties span air-conditioning servicing, minor electrical maintenance, general building and campus support, and assistance with functions and divisional maintenance requests. The position is a 3-year contract, subject to renewal depending on funding and performance, and is classified as a band 4 role in SPC's 2026 salary scale.
Key responsibilities
- Assist with routine servicing, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting of air-conditioning units
- Support the Maintenance Supervisor in diagnosing faults and carrying out minor repairs
- Assist in installation, relocation, and removal of AC units
- Assist with minor electrical tasks such as replacing lights, switches, sockets, and basic wiring support
- Support safe isolation of circuits under supervision and assist contractors during major electrical works
- Assist with general maintenance tasks including carpentry, painting, plumbing support, and minor repairs
- Support upkeep of tools, machinery, and workshop areas, and help maintain campus drains, footpaths, and gardens
- Assist with set-up, logistics, and technical support for official functions, meetings, and divisional maintenance requests
About the successful candidate
- Relevant TVET qualification in Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration or Electrical Trades
- 4-5 years' experience in AC servicing, minor electrical work, and general maintenance
- Basic knowledge of AC systems, servicing, and minor repairs
- Basic electrical troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read simple technical diagrams
- Good organisational and time-management skills
- Excellent English communication skills, oral and written
- Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment