Facilities Specialist - Kenneth Myer Building

University of Melbourne; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Salary packaging

Health and wellbeing programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The University of Melbourne seeks a facilities leader to oversee maintenance for the Kenneth Myer Building's complex research environment. You will be the main contact for maintenance and minor works, safeguarding safety, compliance and research continuity while building strong stakeholder partnerships.

You will drive continuous improvement in asset performance, manage budgets, and lead multi-disciplinary teams to support world-class campus operations and research outcomes.

Qualifications

• Hold an engineering degree or equivalent facilities management experience in complex, highly serviced building environments.
• Demonstrate contractor supervision, performance monitoring and compliance with OHS, risk management and procurement frameworks.
• Possess broad technical aptitude across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and laboratory services, including fault diagnosis and root cause analysis.
• Understand bioresources and containment facilities, regulatory requirements and associated environmental, health and safety considerations.
• Use digital control systems, BAS and information management tools confidently, with excellent record keeping and report writing capability.
• Manage multiple priorities, budgets and stakeholder expectations effectively, driving continuous improvement and sound financial decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Monitor BAS and coordinate maintenance activities to ensure safe and reliable operation of building services.
• Coordinate reactive and planned works across PC2 laboratories and specialist spaces to minimise disruption and protect research outcomes.
• Lead stakeholder communication, managing relationships and balancing priorities while driving continuous improvement.
• Manage contractors, budgets and invoices to deliver compliant, cost-effective maintenance and minor projects aligned with lease obligations.
• Maintain accurate engineering records, asset plans and governance reporting including risk controls and emergency management roles.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Contractor supervision

Risk management

OH&S compliance

Root cause analysis

Budget management

Record keeping

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

BAS (Building Automation System)

Information management tools

Job description

• Unique facilities leadership in a flagship research building / blend technical expertise with stakeholder-focused service / drive safety, continuity and asset performance
• Investing in you - 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne

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.

Your next career opportunity:

You will lead facilities and building services maintenance activities for the Kenneth Myer Building's complex research environment. As the principal contact for maintenance and minor works, you will safeguard safety, compliance and research continuity. You will build strong partnerships with diverse stakeholders while driving continuous improvement in asset performance and building operations.

What you will deliver:

• Ensure building structure, services and plant operate safely and reliably by monitoring BAS and coordinating maintenance activities.
• Coordinate reactive and planned works across PC2 laboratories and specialist spaces to minimise disruption and protect research outcomes.
• Lead stakeholder communication, managing and maintaining stakeholder relationships, balancing competing priorities, identifying operational improvements and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Manage contractors, budgets and invoices to deliver compliant, cost-effective maintenance and minor projects aligned with lease obligations.
• Maintain accurate engineering records, asset plans and risk controls, including emergency management roles and governance reporting.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold an engineering degree or equivalent facilities management experience in complex, highly serviced building environments.
• Demonstrate strong contractor supervision, performance monitoring and compliance with OHS, risk management and procurement frameworks.
• Possess broad technical aptitude across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and laboratory services, including fault diagnosis and root cause analysis.
• Understand bioresources and containment facilities, regulatory requirements and associated environmental, health and safety considerations.
• Use digital control systems, BAS and information management tools confidently, with excellent record keeping and report writing capability.
• Manage multiple priorities, budgets and stakeholder expectations effectively, driving continuous improvement and sound financial decision-making.

What we offer you!

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave, cultural leave, and menstruation and menopause leave.
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team:

Campus Operations & Delivery sits within the Enterprise Services Group, supporting over 600 buildings across the University's campuses. The team ensures safe, reliable and innovative facilities that enable exceptional teaching, research and community experiences. Within this portfolio, you will focus on the Kenneth Myer Building, a flagship, multidisciplinary research environment. You will collaborate with facilities, asset management and capital works specialists who value partnership, professionalism and continuous improvement. Together, you will shape high-performing places that reflect the University's ambition for world-class campus stewardship.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier‑free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at ***********@unimelb.edu.au.

Want to know more?

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Alessandro Storani at ***************@unimelb.edu.au
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on [phone] or at **********@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• You are not required to address the Selection Criteria for this application.