School Facilities & Maintenance Lead — Campus Ops

St Mary's Cathedral College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 84,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging available

Competitive remuneration up to 103,204

Base salary $84,370–$92,146 with year‑

Salary packaging up to $15,900

25% school fee discount

Training and development opportunities

Fitness Passport and wellbeing

Employee referral program

Other rewards and benefits

Job summary

St Mary's Cathedral College Sydney seeks a proactive Maintenance and Facilities Operations Officer to coordinate maintenance services and manage contractors at the William St Campus. The role supports a safe, compliant environment enabling enhanced student learning outcomes.

Key duties include prioritising works, monitoring risks, and ensuring WHS compliance, with duties ranging from minor repairs to asset management and budgeting. A strong team focus and Catholic ethos are important.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in facilities or maintenance management.
• Demonstrated understanding of WHS requirements and risk management.
• Proven ability to coordinate maintenance activities and manage priorities.
• Experience coordinating works with contractors and multiple trade groups.
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft Office Suites.
• Familiarity with building management systems and compliance requirements.
• Current driver’s licence and access to a car.
• Practising Catholic with engagement in Catholic community is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate preventative, reactive and project-based facilities maintenance works.
• Identify hazards, assess risks, conduct inspections, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure WHS compliance and risk management across site operations.
• Support emergency preparedness, evacuation procedures, and business continuity.
• Undertake minor maintenance tasks and repairs as needed.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors and service providers for safe, compliant outcomes.
• Support maintenance Officers with allocation, training and guidance.
• Oversee school security operations, access control and event support.
• Assist asset management and facilities planning with needs and improvements.
• Monitor maintenance budgets and maintain records and reporting.

Skills

WHS compliance

Maintenance coordination

Contractor management

Budget & reporting

Digital proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Building management systems

Job description

St Mary's Cathedral College Sydney seeks a proactive Maintenance and Facilities Operations Officer to coordinate maintenance services and manage contractors at the William St Campus. The role supports a safe, compliant environment enabling enhanced student learning outcomes.

Key duties include prioritising works, monitoring risks, and ensuring WHS compliance, with duties ranging from minor repairs to asset management and budgeting. A strong team focus and Catholic ethos are important.