On‑Site Facilities Supervisor for Student Residences

CKE Restaurants; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off

Bueller Day

Free stays up to 5 nights at Scape? (5

Referral bonuses

EAP, Sonder & Duress support

Job summary

Scape is seeking a brand-new Facilities Supervisor in Melbourne to lead on-site operations across our student accommodation assets. You will work with Facilities Managers and Technicians to deliver daily maintenance, repairs, and upgrades, ensuring a seamless resident experience.

The role requires a trades background or relevant qualification, proactive leadership, and a focus on safety and high-quality service. Shifts run 8:00 am–4:00 pm, with some Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Trades background or tertiary qualification is desired.
• Experience managing a team with high responsibility.
• Experience working with third-party contractors (desirable).
• Understanding of building services (fire, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, vertical transport).
• Strong communication skills with stakeholders and residents.
• Knowledge of safe and efficient operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-ground leadership to the on-site team, coordinating deliveries, task completion, hands-on repairs and maintenance.
• Supervise Facilities Technicians and work with Facilities Managers to deliver day-to-day facilities management across Melbourne assets.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all tasks while aiming to improve resident experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Facilities management

Safety procedures

Building services knowledge

Education

Trade qualification or tertiary degree

Job description

Scape is seeking a brand-new Facilities Supervisor in Melbourne to lead on-site operations across our student accommodation assets. You will work with Facilities Managers and Technicians to deliver daily maintenance, repairs, and upgrades, ensuring a seamless resident experience.

The role requires a trades background or relevant qualification, proactive leadership, and a focus on safety and high-quality service. Shifts run 8:00 am–4:00 pm, with some Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.