The High Court of Australia (the Court) is the highest Court in the Australian judicial system. It was established in 1901 by section 71 of the Constitution.
The Court has approximately 75 full-time equivalent ongoing and casual employees supporting the Chief Justice and Justices, most of whom are located in Canberra.
As an employee of the Court, you will:
• work in a high-performing, inclusive and collaborative work environment
• have access to reasonably priced undercover car parking
• be appointed under the High Court of Australia Act 1979, with terms and conditions of employment similar to those of the Australian Public Service.
The Corporate Services Branch provides a high-standard of support and guidance to the Court on general day-to-day requirements. This includes the Administration, Finance, Records Management, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Building Operations functions which support the operation of the Court.
Each of these key supporting areas of the Court play a pivotal role, ensuring all employees of the Court are able to successfully undertake the duties of their role within a safe, secure and suitable environment.
The Manager Building Operations reports to the High Court Marshal, Manager Facilities and Security and will be involved in the coordination of Building operations.
The Building Operations Section is responsible for the provision of a range of Building facility services to the Court.
The Manager Building Operations role is responsible for the management of contractors providing facilities maintenance services to the Court as well as providing direction to the Maintenance and Cleaning team.
To be successful in this position you will require previous experience working in a facilities management role with a strong understanding of building service in a heritage building, including contract management, building automation, access control systems and national construction code requirements. You will possess a strong commitment to service, have the ability to juggle multiple projects and manage staff. You will be a strong communicator, with sound computer literacy, exhibit good written skills and financial management.
The key duties of the position include
The duties and responsibilities for this role include:
- providing leadership and management of the Maintenance and Cleaning team in line with the Court's objectives.
- manage the four main building maintenance contracts for electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and fire services and in addition manage specialist maintenance contracts for assets such as lifts and the High Court water feature.
- developing and maintaining an operational framework to ensure the effective delivery of services relating to facilities management within a heritage listed building
- developing strategies and procedures to ensure the ongoing functionality of Court facilities, regularly reviewing and auditing maintenance services and practices
- developing and communicating cost effective facilities management strategies that are integrated with the Court's strategic plan
- representing the Court at facilities management forums and meetings as required
- monitoring industry developments and implement best practice processes in the management of Court facilities
The selection criteria reflect the knowledge, experience, core skills and personal qualities required for the role. Your written application should specifically address each of the selection criteria below, including examples of your experience and achievements:
- demonstrated experience in and knowledge of facilities management (preferably acquired in a public sector facilities management role in a heritage listed building) including life cycle planning, financial management and the provision of maintenance services to industry standards
- ability to demonstrate initiative, flexibility and capacity to work under pressure particularly in relation to managing contracts, tenders and building projects
- ability to demonstrate capacity to use innovative ideas and lateral approaches in delivering required outcomes on time and within budget, particularly for new and emerging technologies relating to the operation of a large complex public building
- well-developed oral and written communication skills with a high level of proven negotiation, interpersonal and representational skills.
- knowledge and capacity to apply the High Court's Code of Conduct, participative management practice, workplace diversity principles and work, health and safety within a work and team environment
- demonstrated leadership, management, administration and organisational skills, and a proven ability to work under minimal supervision as part of a team.
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