AddressAdvertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS896052
This is a six (6) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024
Halls Head College is seeking to appoint a dedicated, organised and highly motivated Facilities Resource Coordinator to join their friendly team.
The successful applicant will coordinate the daily operations related to the management and maintenance of college grounds and amenities and support the Manager of Corporate Services (MCS) in supervising the school gardening services and managing gardening staff. The successful applicant will ideally possess excellent interpersonal skills, as this role involves liaising with service providers, contractors, stakeholders, the Principal, MCS, and college staff.
Responsibilities include implementing and managing effective Occupational Health and Safety (WHS) and Emergency and Critical Incidents procedures and processes. Additionally, the successful applicant should be able to facilitate general repairs, ensuring that minor maintenance issues are promptly addressed and resolved to maintain the college's facilities in optimal condition.
Further duties include assisting the MCS in developing and implementing asset management and maintenance strategies for school facilities, equipment, and buildings. The Facilities Resource Coordinator will also help prepare and monitor budgets, draft funding submissions, evaluate tenders, and manage contracts related to facilities management. The role encompasses scheduling maintenance and repairs of gardening and cleaning machinery and ensuring compliance with Work Health and Safety legislation in all communications with service providers, contractors, and stakeholders.
Halls Head College is an Independent Public School which caters for the very diverse needs of students. Our Mission is to 'nurture lifelong learners who contribute positively to the community' and by working in partnership with our parents, students and broader community we ensure each of our students are equipped with the skill set, knowledge and capabilities to be active and positive citizens, achieving success beyond Years 7 to 12.
We are uniquely situated on the 'island' of Halls Head just south of Mandurah. The local intake area of Halls Head College is south, close to the Waroona Shire boundary. Our partner primary schools are Glencoe, Halls Head, Falcon, South Halls Head and Ocean Road.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
- Sound ability to provide effective support and input into the development, implementation and monitoring of school buildings, grounds and facilities and the ability to investigate funding opportunities.
- Sound written, verbal and interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal effectively with a wide range of individuals at all levels.
- Sound computer skills in a range of application software packages, including spreadsheets and word processing.
- Understanding of Occupational Safety and Health as it relates to facilities and asset maintenance and cleaning and gardening operations.
Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
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Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4***.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 86***for assistance.
Eligibility and training requirements
Employees will be required to:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment;
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement;
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 4 June 2024
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
