Associate Director, Campus Operations

at; Österreich; Vor Ort; EUR 80 000 - 100 000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An educational institution in Austria seeks an Associate Director of Campus Operations to oversee facilities management and lead capital projects. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in procurement, contract management, and sustainability initiatives. This role promotes a welcoming, sustainable environment aligned with the institution’s long-term goals. Applications close on January 5, 2026.

Qualifikationen

• Strong leadership in facilities management, capital projects, and sustainability initiatives.
• Proven expertise in managing complex, organization-wide programs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for building stakeholder relationships.

Aufgaben

• Drive the planning and management of maintenance systems across campuses.
• Lead teams delivering essential campus services.
• Oversee a multi-million-dollar capital program.

Kenntnisse

Leadership in facilities management

Procurement and contract management

Risk compliance

Interpersonal skills

Organizational and analytical skills

Jobbeschreibung

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to lead and shape the delivery of campus operations and capital projects at the University of the Sunshine Coast. As Associate Director, Campus Operations, you will guide facilities management and infrastructure initiatives, ensuring our spaces are purposeful, welcoming, and aligned with the University’s strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Drive the planning, management and continuous improvement of maintenance systems and programs across all UniSC campuses, ensuring buildings, grounds and infrastructure remain fit for purpose and future‑ready.
• Lead and inspire teams delivering essential campus services to create smooth, welcoming and sustainable operations.
• Oversee the delivery of a multi‑million‑dollar capital program, translating strategic asset plans into high‑quality, impactful infrastructure that supports the University’s growth and ambitions.

About you

Our ideal candidate is someone who thrives on making a tangible impact across our campuses. You lead with confidence and a practical mindset, keeping our facilities safe, efficient and fit for purpose while supporting the University’s long‑term goals.

• Strong leadership in facilities management, capital projects, risk compliance and sustainability initiatives.
• Proven expertise in procurement, contract development and management across significant assets and projects.
• Experience managing complex, organisation‑wide programmes and providing strategic, expert advice.
• Demonstrated experience of leading and inspiring teams to achieve goals and deliver results.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, build credibility and develop strong stakeholder relationships.
• Highly developed organisational, analytical and decision‑making skills, with the ability to adapt and create innovative solutions to complex challenges.

Application

Applications for this position close midnight, Monday 5 January 2026.

• A resume, and a response to selection criteria – noting that within the application form we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities and experiences. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc‑[e-mail] or call [phone].