Facilities Manager

**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Ongoing - Full-time

**Salary**: Salary not specified

**Grade**:Education Support - Level 1, Range 3

**Occupation**:Land, asset, resources and facilities management

**Location**:Melbourne - Western suburbs

**Reference**:1489078

**Selection Criteria**:

- SC1 Demonstrated ability to carry out repairs and maintenance to buildings and grounds to a high standard (formal trade qualifications and/or training is desirable).

SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work as a member of a team, to follow instructions and take on the responsibility to work independently without direct supervision.

SC3 Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a range of people in a work/school environment.

SC4 Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of Occupational Health and Safety guidelines and practices in relation to the role.

SC5 Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth.

**Responsibilities**:

- Responsibilities of the Maintenance/Facilities position include but are not limited to:

- maintaining the site in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations,
- maintaining the site which further supports student education,
- identifying, logging and following up defects with the building company,
- maintaining a positive budget to ensure all priority works get completed in a timely manner,
- having an understanding or willingness to learn elements of the Asset Information Management System (AIMS)
- liaising with the Department of Education when portables are allocated to the school,
- ensuring the grounds all well maintained and presented to a high standard
- undertaking general maintenance and buildings works,
- deactivating alarms and opening gates and doorways as required in preparation for staff/student,
- undertaking daily checks of grounds and buildings prior to students/staff arriving
- onsite each day and clearing debris around entrance areas and pathways as appropriate,
- working through a schedule of regular tasks and maintenance audits systematically and in a timely manner,
- carrying out basic inspections of the school site to determine work that needs to be undertaken,
- monitoring all maintenance contracts to ensure requirements are met
- maintain the gardens,
- cleaning heater and air conditioner filters as necessary,
- scheduling services and adjustments as required,
- liaising with the Principal to support any special event requirements,
- liaising with OH&S representative to 'make safe' any immediate buildings and grounds issues
- liaising with project managers, builders, contractors and tradespersons, while protecting the school's position and interests,
- monitoring trades and contractors to ensure they perform their respective duties in a competent and efficient manner in line with school values,
- sourcing and inducting contractors, under DET procurement guidelines,
- assisting with furniture and classroom set up, including table/chair relocation,
- being aware of and seeking assurance of compliance with government regulations and policies in relation to the role and responsibilities.

**Who May Apply**:

- Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

**EEO AND OHS Commitment**:
**Child Safe Standards**:

- Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
**DE Values**:

- The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
**Conditions of Employment**:

- All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.

**Location Profile**:

- Wimba Primary School opened its doors in January 2024 in the thriving suburb of Tarneit, approximately 25km west of Melbourne's CBD. This year, the school welcomed over 420 students across Prep to Year 6 and has quickly established itself as a vibrant and valued part of the local community.
- Guided by the core values of **Community, Excellence, Integrity, and Happiness**, Wimba Primary School is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment. We prioritise positive student experiences and the development of strong, healthy relationships. Every child is recognised for their individual strengths and supported to achie