AddressThe Opportunity
Shared Services is seeking to recruit two experienced Facilities Project Managers to join their team in Newcastle West. The Property Services division leads and manages the Property Shared Services team for the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle.
As a Facilities Project Manager, you will oversee projects from the scoping and design phases through to completion. Supporting the management of $1.7 billion in assets, you will handle a diverse portfolio that includes small, concurrent projects as well as programs of work derived from our asset management system. Your role will involve providing guidance on property assets, implementing our design guidelines to ensure value for money, functional spaces, and environmental sustainability. The goal is to ensure the effective and proactive use of assets across the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle and its associated agencies.
You will coordinate both major and minor projects under the direction of the Manager of Strategic Assets, working across various Diocesan properties. As part of the broader Property team, you will collaborate with a facilities team, five senior Project Managers, and a construction manager overseeing an annual CAPEX of over $150 million.
If you have a background in project management and are interested in working on a wide range of OPEX projects or if you are an experienced PM passionate about supporting the mission of the Diocese, we invite you to apply and join our team.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Project Manager - Assets will be responsible for the coordination of major and minor projects under the supervision of the Manager of Strategic Assets and the Construction Manager. The Projects Manager will also be responsible for maintenance duties/tasks across the various Diocesan assets.
The incumbent commits to working within Work Health and Safety guidelines and Code of Conduct at all times whilst in the employ of the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle.
Benefits of Working With Us
- Directly contribute to improving the lives of many in the community.
- 1 week shutdown over Christmas and New Year annually (includes 3 days of additional paid leave + public holidays)
- Paid parental leave.
- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- A great friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers.
- Corporate benefits, including EAP, flu shots and more.
- Modern office space and facilities.
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role within a corporate office environment.
- Experience in Facilities Management, Construction Management, and or Project Management.
- Demonstrated advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications (MS Excel, MS Access, MS Word, and accounting systems).
- Highly developed communication and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated decision making/problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated experience in report preparation.
- Maintain a comprehensive working knowledge of head contracts.
- Effectively administer minor/major projects or maintenance-based related duties/tasks to ensure a timely and efficient completion of the head contract and subcontracts.
- Ability to administer contracts.
- Experience in using electronic records management system(s).
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management and/or Project Management and or extensive experience in a similar role.
- Current Class C Driver’s Licence.
- Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Desirable)
Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:
- Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals.
- Your qualifications and experience in a similar position.
For further information regarding this position, please contact: Mark Mazzitello - Manager Strategic Assets Property: ***************@mn.catholic.org.au
Applications close: 11:59pm Thursday 6th June 2024
Additional information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.
All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.
