SUPERVISOR - FACILITIES SERVICES

Child Protection; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team environment

Flexible working options

Paid parental & partner leave

Recognition & growth opportunities

Salary packaging

Health and fitness perks (Fitness Pass

Wellbeing support

Driver’s licence required and willing

Job summary

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) invites applications for the role of Supervisor – Facilities Services in Adelaide. Based in the Adelaide CBD, you will oversee property and accommodation operations across multiple sites, ensuring safe, secure and functional environments for children, young people, carers and staff.

You will lead a versatile team, develop asset strategies, manage budgets and coordinate maintenance, procurement and security.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of government property and facilities management practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee property and accommodation services across residential and corporate sites.
• Lead a team, set priorities, support staff development and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop asset and facilities strategies to support resource management and priorities.
• Coordinate property maintenance, procurement, minor works and security arrangements.
• Provide strategic advice and engage with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Strategic advisory

Stakeholder engagement

Budgeting & planning

Job description

Work across a broad portfolio with department-wide reach

Contribute to the work that makes DCP's purpose possible.

Join the Department for Child Protection (DCP) as Supervisor – Facilities Services, overseeing property and accommodation operations across multiple sites. Based in the Adelaide CBD, you will support a team responsible for maintaining safe, secure and functional environments for children, young people, carers and staff. This role offers you the opportunity to contribute to DCP's important work by ensuring its facilities and resources support the delivery of essential services.

This role will suit someone who enjoys working collaboratively, guiding others and coordinating work across a multi-site portfolio.

You will be responsible for:

• Overseeing property and accommodation services across residential and corporate sites
• Leading a team, setting priorities, supporting staff development and promoting continuous improvement
• Developing asset and facilities strategies that support sound resource management and departmental priorities
• Coordinating property maintenance, procurement, minor works and security arrangements
• Providing strategic advice and engaging with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

About you:

• You have extensive knowledge of government property and facilities management, including relevant legislation, policies and procedures
• You bring experience in preparing strategic advice, reports and recommendations to support property-related decisions
• You can manage and develop a team, allocate resources and support staff through change while promoting accountability
• You communicate confidently, build productive relationships and negotiate sensitive matters with tact and professionalism
• You demonstrate strong planning and analytical skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, budgets and compliance requirements.

Join DCP and put your experience in property and facilities management to work in a role that supports our people, services and workplaces.

What’s in it for you – Perks That Matter:
At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
• Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
• Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time to support you and your growing family
• Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP
• Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
• Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
• Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.
• You must have a current Australian driver’s licence and a willingness to drive.

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

Contact Us

Enquiries to Andrew Cantley - Manager, Assets and Facilities 0419 672 029 [e-mail]

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.