Assistant Manager, Forensic Facilities

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine

**Salary**: $109,730 - $121,247

Occupation: Facilities Management

Reference: VG/FM0113NOVEMBER2024

The Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine is Australia’s most comprehensive forensic medical facility. We serve the Victorian community and the whole of the Victorian justice system, especially the courts.

We provide the justice system with evidence to underpin safe convictions and appropriate acquittals. Our doctors help investigate deaths reported to the Coroner, examine alleged offenders and assess, treat and support victims of crime.

The Donor Tissue Bank of Victoria supports patients and their families by providing safe tissues for transplantation and medical research.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

If a career that can give you the opportunity to contribute to a safe and just Victoria appeals to you, we look forward to hearing from you.
- **Utilise your Facilities Management expertise to provide support and advice to the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine**:

- **An Ongoing, Full-Time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service**:

- **VPS Grade 5.1: $109,730 - $121,247 plus superannuation.**

**About Us**:
As an institution focused on forensic medicine, we serve the community and the courts. Our statutory responsibilities are to provide independent forensic medical and scientific expertise to the justice system, tissue for transplantation, and to both teach and undertake research that will benefit the community.

The Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine (VIFM) provides the justice system with the crucial evidence that underpins safe convictions and appropriate acquittals. Our doctors and scientists investigate deaths reported to the Coroner, examine alleged offenders and medically assess and support victims of crime.

The Donor Tissue Bank of Victoria (DTBV) supports patients and their families by providing safe tissues to medical specialists and Victorian hospitals for transplantation and medical research.

Our medical and scientific staff members undertake research that directly contributes to public health and safety and the just working of our legal system. By contributing to the professional development and education of forensic pathologists, physicians, and scientists, we ensure a high standard of forensic medical services for Victoria and provide critical support for our healthcare and justice systems.

Join our team at the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine, where you can truly be yourself as part of a trusted and innovative leader in global forensic medicine and science.

**About the Role**:
As the Assistant Manager Forensic Facilities, you will oversee the daily management of contractors and the coordination of repairs, maintenance, and safety protocols. You will work closely with the Forensic Facilities Manager to manage preventative maintenance schedules for HVAC systems, security, automation, and the emergency response systems. This role also supports the Purchasing and Supplies team, ensuring efficient ordering, storage, and distribution of essential goods.

This position includes participation in an on-call roster, including night and weekend shifts, providing an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your commitment and problem-solving skills.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Manage the day-to-day operations, coordinating contractors for repairs and maintenance
- Oversee the building automation system and ensure HVAC and emergency power systems are fully functional
- Support the security system management, including staff access programming and fault identification
- Assist in implementing a preventative maintenance plan and managing capital replacement needs
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

**About You**

You're a highly skilled professional who thrives in a dynamic environment. With a strong background in facilities management, you're comfortable overseeing contractor teams and handling the complexities of building systems. You enjoy collaborating across departments and take pride in your ability to ensure everything runs smoothly. Your calm, methodical approach helps you solve problems efficiently, and you're always ready to step up when needed, especially in high-pressure situations.

What's exciting is that you'll be part of building something bigger - a team that works together to ensure the facility operates seamlessly. You'll have the opportunity to learn, grow and build your expertise in the unique environment of forensic fa