Facilities Manager

Inspired learning. Empowering young women of integrity. We are seeking a professional, strong Facilities Manager to join our dynamic team. The purpose of this role is to provide strategic leadership and operational management and maintenance of all school properties, buildings and infrastructure assets. The Facilities Manager is initially responsible to the Business Manager and ultimately the Principal for the management and maintenance of all school buildings and grounds.

The position is a full-time position commencing as soon as possible. 

The key responsibilities of the position include (but are not limited to):

• Overall management and maintenance of facilities at the school.
• Plan, develop, organise and guide the maintenance activities of the School in accordance with accepted industry standards, relevant legislation and School Policies.
• In conjunction with the Business Manager develop, review and implement the school’s Building and Facilities related policies and procedures.
• Monthly reporting on building maintenance issues including suggested renovations or capital projects, to be submitted for consideration at each Property Committee meeting.
• Prepare and manage the operational plans in line with the property committee strategy and direction.
• Prepare and manage the program of works in line with the school Masterplan and various capital projects.
• Prepare and manage the annual Maintenance budget.
• Manage the maintenance staff, ensuring an effective and collaborative team culture in the delivery of maintenance services.
• Engage contractors and services providers in accordance with the annual approved budget.
• Liaise with all stakeholders concerning relevant maintenance, cleaning and building programs .
• In conjunction with the HR Manager lead the WH&S Committee of the school. 
• Responsible for CapEx occurring at the school from tendering of works through to its execution. Where some tasks within this scope are delegated to the school architect or project manager, management of this relationship rests with the Facilities Manager.
• Prepare and present the annual budget for CapEx and maintenance with a focus on best practice and cost effective services. Maintain a rolling three year CapEx plan.

We are looking for a Facilities Manager who has:

• formal Qualifications in Facilities Management, Facilities Engineering or related qualification such as project management, business management or construction management.
• familiarity with the operation of services (lifts, fire, electrical etc) and services delivery.
• a minimum 10 years' experience in a role in a building / facilities management environment.
• a current driver's licence - Class LR or higher.
• a WorkCover Authority NSW endorsed Construction Induction Card.
• good working knowledge of a full complement of Facilities Services ranging from air conditioning, electrical, mechanical, essential safety measures, cleaning & security.
• excellent customer relationship skills and the ability to deal positively with difficult situations, deliver results and work in a team environment.
• strong time management skills and ability to work with minimal direction.
• experience in management of WHS and quality assured systems.
• experience in contractor management.
• excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• possesses proficient technical skills.
• demonstrated leadership qualities and is self-motivated.
• exceptional planning, organising and analytical skills.
• has a commitment to ongoing professional learning;
• will support the co-curricular and pastoral care programs at the school;
• will actively support the ethos of this Anglican Independent School.

The successful applicant will need to supply a current Working with Children and National Criminal History Check  or Application Number.

Please note that only candidates successful in progressing to the interview stage will be contacted.

Applications should include the names of at least two referees and curriculum vitae.

HR Manager

Kambala

danielle_kassoua@kambala.nsw.edu.au 

794 New South Head Road

ROSE BAY NSW 2029

Telephone 02 9388 6777

www.kambala.nsw.edu.au

Applications close:15 February 2021