Facilities Manager

HEO7 $95,017 - $106,270 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation.

Full time, fixed term position for 24 months.

The University of Adelaide is a large and successful university in Australia's Group of Eight research intensive universities, distinguished by its international reputation and commitment to innovation and excellence in research and teaching. 

The Infrastructure Branch consists of three organisational portfolios and plays an active role in ensuring the campuses and physical facilities of the University continue to develop, adapt and improve in a complex, competitive and changing higher education environment. 

The Capital Projects and Facility Management (CP&FM) portfolio sits within the Infrastructure Branch and is responsible for providing facilities management and support services across the University’s property portfolio to support the University’s core learning, teaching and research activities. It manages all mechanical, plumbing, hydraulic, electrical, vertical transport, water treatment, fume cupboards, pest control, building, security, grounds, mail services, transport, fire and emergency management services, cleaning, caretaking, waste management, and car parking for staff and students. 

Under limited direction, the Facility Manager, North Terrace Campus, coordinates and manages local service delivery contracts and key personnel to ensure the smooth running of the Campus. In this vital role, you will thrive in delivering minor capital upgrades such as minor building works, assist and support contract management around transport services and mail services as required.

To be successful you will need:

• Demonstrated experience in facilities management/maintenance services for a diverse property portfolio.
• Working knowledge of principles and practices of project management and/or business administration.
• Understanding and implementation of planned, preventative and reactive maintenance.
• Sound knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Demonstrated contractor operational management capabilities.
• Appreciation of Works Schedules for agreed facilities services.
• Financial management experience.
• Experience within the tertiary education environment is desirable.

Qualifications:

• A trade or tertiary qualification with experience; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• A trade qualification in either mechanical, electrical, hydraulic or fire services is desirable.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaboration - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

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Your division's broader role

The Division of University Operations enables the University's delivery of high-quality and distinct learning, teaching and research experiences. Its responsibilities link to Adelaide's strategic plan and focus on people, community, assets and infrastructure, and processes.

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If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a resume and cover letter  that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description document.

Applications close 11:55pm, 26 March 2024.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Martin Tauchert
Senior Manager Maintenance Operations, Capital Projects & Facilities Management
M: 0468 549 583
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The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.