Maintenance Contracts Compliance Manager

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a Maintenance Contracts Compliance Manager based at Westmead Hospital. You will lead the development and management of maintenance compliance frameworks and specialised asset maintenance contracts across Western Sydney Local Health District.

You will oversee preventative maintenance programs, ensure safety and compliance of facilities and equipment, and drive cost-effective lifecycle management in a large health portfolio.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in building, engineering, asset management, facilities maintenance, construction and engineering based projects.
• Extensive knowledge of facilities maintenance, asset management, building principles & standards and environmental and heritage issues.
• Advanced capabilities in contract management, procurement and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation and management of maintenance compliance frameworks across WSLHD.
• Oversee contracts for specialised maintenance of building services and biomedical equipment.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure quality, value for money and legislative compliance.
• Deliver strategic reporting, business cases, audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement

Project management

Building services maintenance

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Negotiation

Education

Tertiary qualifications in building/engineering

Job description

Maintenance Contracts Compliance Manager

Lead compliance and maintenance strategy across a major health precinct

Drive asset performance, reliability and contract excellence

Based at Westmead Hospital within Western Sydney Local Health District

Manage critical asset contracts, build compliance programs and drive maintenance excellence across one of NSW's largest health services.

To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be a current employee of NSW Health.

Persons engaged by Non-Government Organisations (NGOs) as participants of the 'Transition to Work Program’ for people with disabilities, within WSLHD, are exempt from the above clause. People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Employment Type:Temporary Full Time (up to 6 months)
Position Classification:Health Manager Level 4
Remuneration: $77.44 - $92.27 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Office in Westmead Hospital and may need to travel as part of the role across WSLHD

Where you'll be working

Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is one of Australia's largest and most progressive health organisations, delivering world-class healthcare services to a rapidly growing and diverse community. Based at Westmead Hospital, you will join a collaborative and high-performing Asset Maintenance team responsible for ensuring safe, compliant and efficient healthcare environments that support outstanding patient care.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the performance and lifecycle management of critical building services and biomedical assets across a complex healthcare portfolio while working alongside experienced professionals and key stakeholders.

Join a values-driven organisation committed to excellence, innovation and continuous improvement

Work within the renowned Westmead Health Precinct, one of Australia's leading healthcare hubs

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors and technical experts across the District

Contribute to essential infrastructure that directly supports patient outcomes and staff wellbeing

Be part of a culture that encourages professional growth, accountability and strategic thinking

What you'll be doing

As the Maintenance Contracts & Compliance Manager, you will lead the development, implementation and management of maintenance compliance frameworks and specialised asset maintenance contracts across WSLHD. You will play a critical role in ensuring facilities and equipment remain safe, compliant, reliable and cost-effective throughout their lifecycle.

Develop and oversee preventative maintenance programs, compliance systems and asset management frameworks for building services and biomedical equipment

Lead the procurement, implementation and lifecycle management of specialised maintenance contracts, ensuring quality, value for money and legislative compliance

Monitor contractor performance, manage service delivery outcomes and provide expert advice on contract, risk, cost and operational matters

Drive compliance with relevant standards, accreditation requirements, building codes and legislative obligations across the District

Deliver strategic reporting, business cases, audits and continuous improvement initiatives to optimise asset performance and support informed decision-making

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Join NSW Health and help deliver safe, compliant and high-performing healthcare facilities that support exceptional patient care. Build a rewarding career with Western Sydney Local Health District.

Tertiary qualifications in building, engineering, asset management, facilities maintenance, construction and engineering based projects or demonstrated equivalent experience in contract management.

Extensive knowledge of facilities maintenance, asset management, building principles & standards and environmental and heritage issues, with expertise in the technical aspects of plant and building services maintenance and experience in effective preventative maintenance systems.

Advanced capabilities in enabling the business areas of contract management, procurement and project management and in delivering results.

Exemplifies personal drive and integrity demonstrating this through commitment to action; engagement with risk and showing personal courage; displays resilience and demonstrates self-awareness and a commitment to personal development.

Drives strategic thinking by inspiring a sense of purpose and direction with a strategic focus; harnesses information and opportunities and shows judgement, intelligence and common sense.

Communicates with influence through clear communication; excellent listening skills that result in understanding and adapting to various stakeholders; and negotiates persuasively.

Requisition ID: REQ698523
Applications Close:5th October 2026

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Westmead Hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: In accordance with NSW Health policy, priority will be given to Australian citizens and permanent residents. A person who is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or the advertised position.