Campus Facilities & Grounds Manager

Government schools; Victoria; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Government schools seeks a Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Manager to lead daily operations for campus facilities, grounds, and safety programs.

The role involves hands-on maintenance, coordinating contractors, developing budgets, and reporting to the Business Manager and Principal. It requires strong OH&S knowledge, staff leadership, and the ability to engage staff and the school community constructively.

Qualifications

• Selection Criteria KSC1 Relevant experience and /or qualifications to fulfil the expected duties of the Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Manager.
• KSC2 Ability to effectively prioritise and work systematically with minimal supervision
• KSC3 Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety policies and procedures and an ability to manage risk within the work environment
• KSC4 Ability to communicate effectively and engage others within the school community to maintain a clean and safe environment

Responsibilities

• Daily unlock and disarm of all College buildings at 7:00am
• Regular garden and grounds maintenance including mowing, weeding, rubbish removal etc
• Schedule and document maintenance activities including but not limited to essential services, electrical, plumbing, fire services, pest control, painting, concreting, glazing, carpentry, facilities audits, waste management and department inspections
• Prepare quotes and timelines for contract work
• Manage, coordinate and instruct service contractors and ensure works are carried out with due regard to protection of the buildings and grounds and also with minimum disruption to school activities
• Ensure that all contractors provide information pertaining to insurances and working with children checks where required
• Take a hands on role in performing daily maintenance tasks whenever required which will include: removal of graffiti, emergency maintenance, cleaning up rubbish and deliveries
• Respond to service requests from staff for breakdowns and repairs and maintain records of such requests
• Assist the Business Manager in developing a buildings and grounds budget. This may include developing proposals for building and capital works as required
• Identify, report and advise on major furniture, fixture and equipment renewal needs across the College and manage related contracts and coordinate purchasing
• Implement appropriate OH&S and risk management procedures and ensure staff and contractors comply with OH&S requirements and legislated standards
• Provide the Business Manager and Principal with reports, statistics and advice as required
• Assist with the planning and staging of College events such as Information Evenings, Awards Ceremonies, Student Led Conferences etc
• Respond to any emergency situation in an appropriate manner and undertake such other duties as may be required, noting that such activities may be outside normal working hours or on weekends
• Liaise with the cleaners on any maintenance issues
• Regularly monitor and report on any security issues; for example: open windows, unlocked doors etc
• Assist with the supervision of students in selected programs that may be connected with the position
• The Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Manager reports directly to the Business Manager for the effective performance of daily duties and liaises regularly with the Principal
• Undertake other duties relevant to the field of responsibility as requested by the Business Manager or Principal
• Comply with the College’s policies and procedures
• Maintain an healthy and safe working environment
• This describes in general terms the normal duties which the Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Manager is expected to undertake. However, the duties described may vary or be amended from time to time without changing the level of responsibility associated with the position.

Job description

Government schools seeks a Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Manager to lead daily operations for campus facilities, grounds, and safety programs.

The role involves hands-on maintenance, coordinating contractors, developing budgets, and reporting to the Business Manager and Principal. It requires strong OH&S knowledge, staff leadership, and the ability to engage staff and the school community constructively.