Maintenance Manager

• Coordinate Staff and Contractors: Oversee the coordination of school staff and external contractors for the maintenance and improvement of facilities.
• Operational Support: Actively contribute to maintenance and cleaning tasks as needed, including covering duties during staff absences, in alignment with relevant position descriptions, to ensure consistent operational continuity.
• Facility Improvement: Identify and implement minor projects to repair, replace, improve, and enhance school facilities.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure compliance with relevant council and government requirements, Work Health & Safety legislation, and environmental guidelines.
• Support Quality Education: Assist the school in ensuring facilities/environment support the delivery of high-quality education.
• Maintain a Safe Environment: Ensure a pleasant and safe working environment for the school community.

• Project Management: Oversee certain minor projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with the Business Manager, maintenance team, local businesses, contractors, authorities, and other key stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all projects meet the school’s quality standards and comply with relevant regulations and safety standards.

• Staff Management: Supervise and support maintenance and cleaning staff, ensuring they are well-trained and resourced, while proactively addressing workplace issues in a collaborative environment.
• Maintenance Planning: Develop and implement maintenance schedules to ensure the school’s buildings, grounds, and equipment are well-maintained.
• Oversight: Manage and monitor the responsibilities of direct reports, as outlined in their position descriptions.
• Quality Control: Monitor the quality of maintenance and cleaning work, addressing any issues promptly to maintain a safe and pleasant environment.

• Facility Improvement: Assist the school in identifying opportunities for facility improvements and implement projects to enhance the school’s infrastructure.
• Security Oversight: Assist with school security, including systems, lock-up, protocols, and staff, to ensure a safe environment. Required to be available after-hours for emerging security issues.
• Resource Management: Oversee the procurement and management of plant and equipment necessary for the operation of the maintenance team.

• Community Engagement: Participate in school events and meetings, fostering a positive and collaborative school community.
• Budgeting and Planning: In conjunction with the Business Manager, develop budget estimates and project plans for minor projects, as well as the annual budgets for Cleaning, Maintenance (including Grounds), and Security.
• Facilities Hire: Assist in the assessment and management of facility hire requests, ensuring they align with school operations.

• Blue Card
• Driver’s Licence

• Regulatory Knowledge: Knowledge of building regulations, construction codes, and WHS regulations.
• Project Management: Managing small-medium scale projects, including budget management and stakeholder coordination
• Maintenance Oversight: Overseeing building maintenance, including electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work.
• Groundskeeping Oversight: Overseeing groundskeeping, landscaping, and garden maintenance.
• Software Proficiency: Skills and experience using office administration & project management tools.
• Preventative Maintenance: Developing and implementing preventative maintenance schedules.
• Licences/Certificates: White card, Test & Tag, Working at Heights / Confined Spaces, First Aid and CPR.
• Trade qualification: Any relevant trade qualification. For example, Electrical, Carpentry, HVAC or Plumbing.
• Diploma/Advanced Diploma: Building & Construction, Facilities Management, WHS or Business.
• Leadership: Experience in leading and managing teams, particularly in maintenance and facilities management.
• Sector Understanding: Independent Education Sector
• Safety Compliance: Adhering to safety regulations and protocols. WHS qualifications.

• Problem-solving: Ability to resolve issues creatively and pragmatically.
• Time Management: Effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time to meet deadlines.
• Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with a range of stakeholders.
• Customer Service: Providing excellent service to the school community, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
• Teamwork: Working collaboratively with other staff members and leading a team.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing priorities and new challenges.
• Safety Compliance: Ensuring all activities comply with safety regulations and school policies.
• Leadership Competencies: Strong leadership skills to manage and resolve workplace issues effectively.
• Inventory Management: Keeping track of all relevant school items, including maintenance & grounds supplies and equipment.
• Networking: Developing and managing networks with trades, contractors, and consultants.
• Technical Expertise: Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, civil, electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical plans.
• Report Writing: Ability to write high-quality reports, meeting notes, and present to groups.

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