Building and Maintenance Supervisor

1 week ago


North Sydney Council, Australia Habitat for Humanity Australia Full time

Status

  • Contract Position
  • Part Time _ 22.5 hrs av./ week

Date

  • 16 February 2023

Context
Habitat for Humanity believes that everyone deserves a safe and decent place to live.

Habitat for Humanity Australia (HFHA) is part of Habitat for Humanity, an international not-for-profit which originated in Georgia, United States in 1976.

Habitat for Humanity began as a grassroots effort. The organisation has since grown to become a leading global non-profit working in more than 70 countries.

Worldwide, Habitat has helped more than 39 million people obtain safe and decent housing, along with the strength, stability and independence to build better lives.


Building on over five years of experience providing renovations and repairs to crisis and transitional accommodation, Habitat Women is now offering building and maintenance services to Specialist Homelessness Services and Community Housing Providers, with an initial focus on crisis and transitional accommodation for women.


Habitat Women Building and Maintenance Services offers both:

  • an all-female programme
  • providing training and upskilling of basic construction skills and creating awareness of opportunities in the construction industry,
- as well as a social enterprise - providing building and maintenance to Specialist Homelessness Services and Community Housing Providers.

Your role will be the Supervisor of these services.


Habitat Women provides a safe space for women, and an environment to improve their awareness of what is available in the construction industry and be supported in activities and actions to develop a path into the industry.


More about our work:

We train small cohorts of pre-apprentice tradespeople through both workshop and on-site build activities.

At the end of their 6-month cohort, Habitat then assists in seeking follow-on positions for these women with partnering organisations or internally within the Habitat Women maintenance team.

This position will be the Supervisor of these small teams for all related activities.


The Supervisor will act as the key liaison point with stakeholders and the office support team, whilst co-ordinating and supervising this small team of pre-apprentice tradespeople.


The Supervisor position is responsible for organisation of all build projects and maintenance activities and supervising and leading the team to complete the various projects and provide guidance and positive support.


Building / construction skills and
experience are essential. The position is also responsible for some project management, coordination, documentation, and reporting.

The supervisor undertakes a range of functions including

  • Managing small maintenance projects for our partner companies
  • Programming the works to meet agreed timelines
  • Knowledge of, and adherence to, WH&S requirements
  • Ability to oversee and train aspiring tradespeople
  • Coordinate up to 15hours of work packages per week for each team over the 6month programme
  • Using their building / construction skills and experience to guide, support and upskill the maintenance team members
  • Ability to advise on appropriate solutions for building work projects
  • Liaising with clients and customers, suppliers, subcontractors
  • Scheduling and running small work packages
  • Organising and managing maintenance packages covered by a scope of work agreed and quoted for the Client
  • Managing all logistics for maintenance activities, including tools, equipment, vehicle loading, food, drinks, and other amenities for maintenances
  • Managing tools, equipment, and materials efficiently and effectively
  • Driving the ute, with trailer, to each site activity
  • Ensuring a safe working environment and proactively encouraging safe working practices
  • Providing information and safety presentation to teams for all activities
  • Preparing brief reports
  • Managing maintenance team's work to ensure projects are completed on schedule and to a high standard
  • Tasks to support the efficient and effective operation of the program

Essential Selection Criteria

  • Minimum 3 years' experience working in residential construction,
  • Strong knowledge of Australian Building Codes
  • Strong knowledge of safety requirements on construction sites
  • Trade Qualification in Carpentry or similar (essential)
  • Full unencumbered driver's licence (essential)
  • Builders Licence, or requisite qualifications to obtain one (essential)
  • Excellent presentation, strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Enthusiasm to engage with a small team program focused on construction activities
  • Ability to support, motivate, supervise, and work with up to 6 unskilled site labour participants working on building maintenance activities

Other Requirements

  • The successful applicant will need to provide evidence of a clear criminal history and adhere to HFH's Code of Conduct, policies, and procedures.
  • The successful applicant will need to provide evidence of a clear criminal his

  • Works Supervisor

    3 weeks ago


    Sydney, Australia Armour Building Maintenance Full time

    **The Company** With recent growth in our industry, there is a new opportunity for an experienced solid all-rounder as a **Works Supervisor** to join rapidly growing team. We are looking for a driven self-starter with a building background who brings operational excellence, strong attention to detail and is not afraid to roll up their sleeves! This is an...

  • Works Supervisor

    1 week ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Armour Building Maintenance Full time

    The CompanyWith recent growth in our industry, there is a new opportunity for an experienced solid all-rounder as a Works Supervisor to join rapidly growing team.We are looking for a driven self-starter with a building background who brings operational excellence, strong attention to detail and is not afraid to roll up their sleevesThis is an exciting...


  • North Sydney Council, Australia cimic Full time

    About the role As our next Maintenance Supervisor reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent you will work collaboratively towards delivering high-quality solutions and results. To provide support to our ongoing operations at Iron Bridge, the Maintenance Supervisor will be responsible for the maintenance of onsite mobile equipment ensuring fleets achieve...


  • Sydney, Australia Millars Building Services Full time

    We are an established Remedial Building company with over 23 years in the industry. Our clients are Strata's and Engineers. **Due to an increase in business activity, We are seeking motivated Full Time Employee OR Subcontractor.** Immediate start available operating Monday - Friday. **Essential Criteria**: - Demonstrated experience in and knowledge of...


  • Sydney, Australia Millars Building Services Full time

    We are an established Remedial Building company with over 23 years in the industry. Our clients are Strata's and Engineers. **Due to an increase in business activity, We are seeking motivated Full Time Employee OR Subcontractor.** Immediate start available operating Monday - Friday. **Essential Criteria**: - Demonstrated experience in and knowledge of...

  • Building Supervisor

    1 week ago


    Lismore City Council, Australia Deacon Recruitment Full time

    Join the No.1 volume builder in the Northern Rivers area Fantastic company culture - low staff turnoverSolid trade and supplier relationships About the Company Our client is a long standing New Home builder offering both project home and custom home product targeted at the 2nd to 4th home buyer. They have been established for over 20 years and have proven...


  • Blacktown City Council, Australia Design & Build Recruitment Full time

    Maintenance & Handyperson Services (Trades & Services) Maintenance Supervisor (Afternoon Shift)Company:Join a leading food manufacturing company based in Arndell Park as a Maintenance Supervisor, renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional products to our customers while maintaining the highest...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia CKE Restaurants Full time

    WHO WE ARE?Scape'svision is tobe the Earth's best living company (so you can see straight off the bat we are a conservative bunch). We are a leading provider of student accommodation in Australia. We currently have the capacity to provide a home to 17,000 students (and are growing) and we don't simply provide a bed and roof; we also provide a unique, amazing...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Interface, Inc. Full time

    Maintenance Supervisor - Minto Based Why us? Interface is a world-leading modular flooring company with a fully integrated collection of carpet tiles and resilient flooring. Our modular system helps customers create interior spaces while positively impacting the people who use them and our planet. We're here to realize a more beautiful world, with...


  • Sydney, Australia Interface, Inc. Full time

    Maintenance Supervisor - Minto Based Why us? Interface is a world-leading modular flooring company with a fully integrated collection of carpet tiles and resilient flooring. Our modular system helps customers create interior spaces while positively impacting the people who use them and our planet. We’re here to realize a more beautiful world, with...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Interface, Inc. Full time

    Maintenance Supervisor - Minto BasedWhy us?Interface is a world-leading modular flooring company with a fully integrated collection of carpet tiles and resilient flooring. Our modular system helps customers create interior spaces while positively impacting the people who use them and our planet.We're here to realize a more beautiful world, with people and...

  • Site Supervisor

    1 week ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Cappa Construction and Maintenance Full time

    Cappa Construction & Maintenance is a specialised multi-disciplined remedial and civil contractor that delivers the highest quality asset maintenance and civil construction services to clients across NSW. We provide a wide variety of remedial services, including concrete repair, gunite spray, crack injection, and structural strengthening. We also deliver...


  • North Sydney, Australia cimic Full time

    Make your mark with Thiess Every day, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change. Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration, and empowerment. Thiess is the place to make...


  • Gunnedah Shire Council, Australia Stellar Recruitment Full time

    Mining - Engineering & Maintenance (Mining, Resources & Energy) About the role:Our client is a successful privately owned business who are local to the Mudgee region. Their core business is tending to the upkeep of mining & earthmoving equipment. As the supervisor you will be responsible for supervising a team and running operations on site. Your knowledge...


  • Sydney, Australia The Garvan Institute of Medical Research Full time

    The Garvan Operations Team is part of the Operations Department that encompasses Building Services, Scientific Services and Infrastructure Groups. The Operations Team is responsible for all building plant and electrical systems associated with the functioning of the buildings as well as selected scientific research equipment. These include building systems...


  • North Shore, New South Wales, Australia UGL Full time

    UGL is a diversified services company delivering critical assets and essential services that sustain and enhance the environment in which we live. Our capabilities extend across a broad range of services and whole-of-life solutions for diverse industries, utilising world leading, sustainable and innovative technologies. We partner with some of the world's...

  • Maintenance Supervisor

    2 months ago


    Sydney, Australia Core Talent Full time

    12 Mar 2023 - NSW, Girraween, Sydney, Australia - Full-time - + Super + OT - Manufacturing & Operations As a Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the maintenance team, ensuring that all machinery and equipment are properly maintained and repaired. This includes scheduling and delegating tasks, conducting safety...


  • Sydney, Australia Boral Construction Materials Full time

    Maintenance Supervisor **Division**: Boral Resources NSW P/L **Department**: METRO QUARRIES NSW **Work type**: Permanent - full time **Location**: Sydney **Your next opportunity** Exciting opportunity for a motivated Maintenance Supervisor to join our high-performing team on a permanent basis. In this dynamic role, you'll oversee day-to-day operations at...


  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Core Talent Full time

    12 Mar 202- NSW, Girraween, Sydney, Australia Fulltime- + Super + OT Manufacturing & OperationsAs a Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the maintenance team, ensuring that all machinery and equipment are properly maintained and repaired. This includes scheduling and delegating tasks, conducting safety training, and...


  • Sydney, Australia Scape Full time

    **WHO WE ARE?** Scape’s vision is to be the Earth’s best living company (so you can see straight off the bat we are a conservative bunch!). We are a leading provider of student accommodation in Australia. We currently have the capacity to provide a home to 15,000 students (and are growing) and we don't simply provide a bed and roof; we also provide a...