Facilities & Major Projects Lead

Victorian Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Pakenham Secondary College in Melbourne’s south east is seeking a Range 4 Facilities Manager to lead major projects, oversee capital works, and coordinate buildings maintenance. The role focuses on budget oversight, contractor management, and ensuring safety standards are met.

You will work with the principal and leadership team on a 3-day week schedule, providing timely advice to the leadership team and school council while maintaining essential services for the school community.

Qualifications

• Ability to coordinate contractors and manage projects.
• Strong communication across school leadership and external partners.
• Excellent organisational skills to prioritise tasks and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Attend fortnightly Buildings & Grounds Major Projects meetings with Principal & Assistant Principal.
• Seek quotes for proposed major projects and obtain approvals.
• Create works orders using Compass and AIMS; appoint and coordinate contractors.
• Oversee works on site and approve contractor invoices on completion.
• Ensure contractors have Working with Children Checks and SAMS 4 Schools listings.

Skills

Contractor coordination

Communication

Organisational skills

Tools

Compass

AIMS

Job description

Pakenham Secondary College in Melbourne’s south east is seeking a Range 4 Facilities Manager to lead major projects, oversee capital works, and coordinate buildings maintenance. The role focuses on budget oversight, contractor management, and ensuring safety standards are met.

You will work with the principal and leadership team on a 3-day week schedule, providing timely advice to the leadership team and school council while maintaining essential services for the school community.