Campus Facilities Maintenance Lead

Deakin University; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Deakin University is seeking an experienced facilities management professional to oversee maintenance across its Melbourne campuses. Based at Melbourne, Burwood with hybrid work arrangements, the role focuses on coordinating maintenance activities, ensuring safety, functionality and high standards of service across campus facilities.

You will liaise with contractors, manage maintenance requests, and contribute to continuous improvements of assets and infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities management, maintenance coordination, building services, or asset maintenance.
• Trade qualifications and hands-on maintenance experience will be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated knowledge of building systems and maintenance practices (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical services).
• Excellent stakeholder and contractor management skills; strong organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee routine maintenance activities across campus facilities.
• Manage maintenance requests, prioritising work and ensuring timely resolution.
• Liaise with contractors and service providers to deliver maintenance works safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Conduct facility inspections and identify maintenance requirements; support preventative maintenance programs.

Skills

Facilities management

Maintenance coordination

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

Deakin University is seeking an experienced facilities management professional to oversee maintenance across its Melbourne campuses. Based at Melbourne, Burwood with hybrid work arrangements, the role focuses on coordinating maintenance activities, ensuring safety, functionality and high standards of service across campus facilities.

You will liaise with contractors, manage maintenance requests, and contribute to continuous improvements of assets and infrastructure.