Associate Director, Property Infrastructure
Apply now. Job no: 578674. Work type: Full-time. Location: Flexible. Categories: Management, Building and Property Services. Based at either our Geelong Waurn Ponds or Melbourne Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangements Full-time and fixed-term for 5 years Competitive remuneration including 17% superannuation About the role
In this pivotal role, you’ll bring expertise in property infrastructure and a robust understanding of the complexities of higher education environments. As a recognised specialist, you will guide, influence and collaborate across the University to ensure our physical environment supports Deakin’s academic, administrative and operational excellence. Reporting to the Senior Director, Operations and Infrastructure, you will provide strategic, expert advice and lead a high-performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional services and innovative solutions. As the Associate Director, Property Infrastructure, your key responsibilities will be: Lead, mentor and inspire
a high-performing team of skilled professionals - fostering collaboration, capability growth and excellence in service delivery. Develop and drive strategic initiatives
that align with Deakin’s future needs, ensuring our property infrastructure meets the functional and experiential expectations of our students, staff and partners. Act as a trusted Subject Matter Expert, advising on property infrastructure projects and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure outcomes deliver genuine value. Champion continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs and elevate user experience across the University. Oversee campus maintenance and engineering services, ensuring accuracy, integrity, compliance and a data-informed approach to decision-making and reporting. About you
You will be a proactive, strategic leader with: Extensive experience in property infrastructure, engineering services or facilities management. A track record of leading high-performing teams and delivering complex, organisation-wide initiatives. Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate and build trusted relationships at senior levels. The confidence to challenge ideas constructively and navigate differing viewpoints to achieve the best outcomes. A passion for innovation, continuous improvement and delivering exceptional service to a diverse community. How to apply
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience. For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Gary Murphy - Senior Director, Operations & Infrastructure on g.murphy@deakin.edu.au Applications close:
11.55pm on Wednesday, 3 December 2025. Equity and inclusion
Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community. We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.
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