Principal Facilities Manager

4 days ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

**About Us**

Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission.

Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the 'Courts Group'.

Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.

**About the Role**

The Principal Facilities Manager leads a small, dynamic team responsible for delivering facilities and asset management services across both owned and non-owned locations within Court Services Victoria (CSV). This leadership role is central to overseeing a broad range of operational services and processes that support the physical and strategic functioning of court facilities and office accommodation across the organisation.

The role will be responsible for:

- leading and developing a team of Facilities Managers to deliver best-practice asset management, building compliance, and maintenance planning across a diverse property portfolio
- providing expert technical advice and leadership to ensure contract compliance, risk management, and delivery of responsive facility services
- driving strategic asset planning by identifying critical infrastructure needs to inform budget bids and support the court operating environment
- ensuring procurement and contractor management processes meet governance, safety, and legislative requirements
- championing continuous improvement by embedding Quality Management Systems, overseeing emergency responses, and supporting policy development and reporting

**_This position is a 12 month fixed term role_**

**About You**

You will demonstrate:

- extensive experience in facilities or asset management within complex property portfolios, ideally in a public sector or critical service environment
- prove ability to lead and mentor teams, build capability, and drive a culture of accountability, safety and continuous improvement
- a strong understanding of procurement governance, contract management, and compliance with OH&S, environmental, and building regulations
- excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels and respond effectively in high-pressure situations
- sound judgement and analytical skills to support risk assessment, strategic planning, and preparation of high-quality reports, briefs, and policy documentation

**How to apply**
- resume
- a short cover letter

**Other information**

CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.

We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

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