Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 4
Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
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Selection Criteria
* SC1: Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and high-level interpersonal skills, including the capacity to develop collaborative relationships with staff, contractors, service providers and relevant stakeholders.
* SC2: Demonstrated high level technical knowledge in relation to the Department of Education and school related systems e.g., AIMS, CASES21, Sentral, SAM4Schools and Edusafe Plus.
* SC3: Demonstrated knowledge and management of Occupation Health and Safety (OHS) policy and framework, ensuring compliance.
* SC4: Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate projects relating to overall school improvement.
* SC5: Demonstrated capacity to provide expert advice and support the Leadership team in respect to buildings, grounds and facilities.
Role
The Facilities Manager position is an important role in supporting the ongoing maintenance and improvement of the buildings, grounds and physical resources in the school in collaboration with the Business Manager and the school Principal. The position is also the key person responsible for the operation and oversight of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHMS).
The role involves coordination of facilities-related work, including liaising with contractors, responding to maintenance requests, and supporting compliance and safety processes, as well as assisting the school administration team.The role is full time, 7.6 hrs per day, 5 days per week (negotiable). While attendance is typically not required during school holidays, there may be instances where it is necessary. In such cases, the successful applicant will be paid extra via an ad hoc leave purchase allowance.
Transferrable skills will be considered, and relevant professional development will be provided to the successful applicant if required.
Earlier start date is preferred
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
General
* Ensure that all buildings and grounds are well maintained and presented, with all work undertaken in compliance with OHS and Department standards.
* Maintain a healthy and safe working environment by following OHS regulations and actively participating as a member of the OHS Team.
* Respond to OHS requests from staff, students, and stakeholders in consultation with the Principal and Business Manager and ensure appropriate action is taken.
* Support the management of AIMS by maintaining and updating maintenance records, contracts, and service schedules.
* Assisting the administration team with CASES21 tasks.
* Liaise with and coordinate contractors onsite, ensuring compliance before attendance and verifying completion of works.
* Arrange regular servicing and inspection of all essential equipment and systems.
* Provide regular updates to the Principal and Business Manager regarding building, grounds, and facilities operations.
* Participate in relevant training and professional learning as required.
* Opening the school on Monday and Fridays and other days at request.
Buildings, Grounds and Facilities
* Support and manage minor works and refurbishment projects, both school-driven and Department-driven.
* Manage the maintenance of the school grounds, including mowing, garden care, and weed control.
* Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of school facilities and grounds.
* Undertake any other duties as negotiated with the Principal.
Compliance and Annual Inspections
* Support OHS reporting, auditing, and project requirements to ensure adherence to legislation.
* Manage general and cyclical maintenance of facilities and equipment.
* Comply with WorkSafe and Departmental standards regarding asbestos, chemical safety, risk management, and facilities hazards.
* Undertake routine inspections and other tasks as required by the Departments OHS calendar.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Diversity and Inclusion
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
DE Values
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
Location Profile
Sunshine Harvester Primary School is an open plan school situated in Hertford Road, Sunshine. The school operates as a flexible team teaching environment in adaptable spaces. Each open plan unit caters for up to four classes consisting of single year levels.
We provide an outstanding learning environment for the residents of the Sunshine/ Braybrook local areas, serving a diverse community with a high proportion of our students coming from non-English speaking backgrounds.
Our values: Respect, Responsibility and Learning, focus on developing confident learners, and responsible and respectful community leaders within a caring and supportive environment.
We are a SWPBS school. We seek to prevent situations that lead to behaviours of concern, teach alternatives, and reinforce expected behaviours. We have an established SWPBS lead team who oversee and promote a consistent SWPBS framework across the school.
Sunshine Harvester Primary School has some enviable facilities including:
* A range of modern, air-conditioned, open plan learning spaces
* Classroom libraries
* Junior and Senior undercover adventure playgrounds
* Undercover basketball, volleyball and bat tennis courts
* 1-1 devices
* Dedicated STEM Room and Art Room
* Sensory Garden and Think Tank Room
* Large Multi-Purpose Room
* International accreditation
Applications close Monday 26 January 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
13 January 2026