Business Improvement Lead

1 week ago

Parkville, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

About the Role

The Business Improvement Lead oversees system development and management for the Infrastructure Services team within the Faculty, focusing on standard operating procedures, reporting, compliance, and continuous improvement. This role plays a pivotal part in fostering collaboration across university services to ensure consistent practices, reporting directly to the HSW and Business Improvement Manager.

Your responsibilities will include:

Provide direction to and oversee the performance of the business improvement team to deliver services that support Infrastructure Services team. Provide monitoring, reporting and advice to the FEIT executive on business improvement opportunities to drive effective and efficient operations and a continuous improvement ethos Implement business rules for the charge out system for the use of the workshop, equipment and spaces, and technical and laboratory service staff. 

Who We Are Looking For

You will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage stakeholders, fostering a culture of compliance and continuous improvement. Experience in team management, task allocation, and supporting personal development is crucial. Additionally, strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills are necessary to prioritise and develop innovative solutions across multiple concurrent projects.

You will also have:

A relevant degree or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or educational training. Knowledge and experience of working within a certified quality management system ()  Demonstrated creative and critical thinking, ability to generate ideas to solve local problems and recommend improvements to current work practices.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The successful candidates must hold or be willing to obtain a valid Working with Children Check to ensure the University provides a safe environment for everyone.

Your new team – The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT)

The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) has been the leading Australian provider of engineering and IT education and research for over 150 years. We are a multidisciplinary Faculty organised into three key Schools; Computing and Information Systems (CIS), Chemical and Biomedical Engineering (CBE) and Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering (EMI).

The role sits within the broader Infrastructure Team, who provide a range of services to the broader Faculty made up of the following functional areas: Laboratory and Technical Services, Infrastructure Operations Services, Health Safety Wellbeing and Business Improvement, Workspace Services Cultural Collection and Assets.

What We Offer You
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page

About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact the email address listed at the bottom of the page.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

Join us
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Fahim Farzad via email at , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.

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