Bimberi Residential Services is seeking an experienced committed, and innovative individual to permanently fill the role of Facilities Manager. You will be responsible for leading and supervision of a small team in the management and coordination of activities related to the maintenance and servicing of the Bimberi Youth Justice Centre's facilities, stores, equipment, vehicle fleet and grounds.
The Facilities Manager is a hands-on role. You will be responsible for:
- Coordinating effective solutions for the delivery of daily maintenance requests
- Managing and maintaining the preventative maintenance schedules
- Upkeep of equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standards and security measures
- General maintenance and repairs across all Bimberi Residential sites
- Leading a small team
Bimberi is looking for a proactive Facilities Manager with:
- High level organisation skills
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- A keen eye for detail
- An ability to balance multiple priorities
The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.
**Eligibility/ Other Requirements**
**Desirable qualifications and experience**:
- An industry recognised qualification in trade skills or equivalent work experience.
- Mandatory training in other Work Health and Safety (WHS) procedures will be required during employment.
- Experience leading and managing a small team
**Essential requirements**:
- Possession of a current driver's licence
- Senior First Aid Certificate
- Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the _Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011_ is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration (a ct.gov.au)
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**Notes**: An order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months.
- Supporting statement addressing each of the criteria should be limited to 400 words per criteria outlining your knowledge, experience, professional/technical skills and behavioural capabilities in carrying out the duties outlined in the Position Description
- Names and contact details of at least two referees, including your most recent/current supervisor or manager; and a
- Current curriculum vitae.