Head of Facilities Management

Head of Facilities Management

MLC School is looking for a highly experienced and capable Head of Facilities Management(known internally as a Facilities Manager) who will support our vision to educate and inspire young women to be fearless thinkers with moral courage and compassion to be agents of change in their own lives and in the lives of others.

About MLC School

Founded in 1886, MLC School is an independent, nonselective Uniting Church school for girls from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 in Sydney’s inner-west.  Our tagline ‘dare to be more’ is not only our goal for our students, it applies equally to our staff.

Our highly professional staff, under the guidance of Principal Ms Lisa Moloney, challenge girls and encourage them to question traditional perceptions and roles of women.

The MLC School girl is at the heart of everything we do.

Who is the MLC School girl?

The MLC School girl is empowered with skills and capabilities that enable her to be adaptive, compassionate and courageous so she can confidently take her place in an ever-changing society. She embraces new challenges and opportunities; and strives for excellence. She is cared for and well supported so that she can confidently focus on her own individual, personal and academic growth. A wide selection of subject choices, as well as an extensive co-curricular program, aims to empower girls to be self-reliant and play an active role in their futures.

About the position

The position is responsible for leading the team that manages the School's buildings, grounds, facilities, maintenance and Work, Health and Safety (WHS) requirements.  In this role, you will develop, implement and manage the School's Preventative Maintenance Schedules, Safety Management Plan, Security Plan and Cleaning Rosters.  You will manage capital works projects, new buildings, and refurbishment projects as well as conducting inspections of all designated workspaces.  You will maintain the School's vehicle fleet; and develop specialist and current knowledge of significant issues and trends in building maintenance, WHS and risk management.

Selection Criteria:

• Current Driver's Licence (Class LR or higher)
• WorkCover Authority NSW endorsed Construction Induction card.
• Vast experience in managing building, property and maintenance programs and operations in a complex work environment.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Expert knowledge of the principles of risk management and the application of WHS legislation in the workplace.
• Experience in developing project proposals, plans and reports with a strong eye for detail and accuracy.
• A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development

The successful candidate will be rewarded with a number of excellent benefits including:

• Dedicated focus on professional growth and development
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• State of the art facilities and collegiate environment
• Employee Assistance Program available to you and your immediate family
• Salary packaging 
• Access to LSL after 5 years’ service
• Discounted school fees
• Onsite parking, easy access to public transport.
• Access to the School's gym and indoor Aquatic Centre.

How to apply:

All applications are to be submitted via MLC School’s online Careers Portal and include:

•  a cover letter addressing the vacancy being applied for; 
•  a resume; 
•  a copy of your academic transcript;
• and the names and contact details of three confidential referees.

Applications close on 3rd April 2024.

Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only and MLC School reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible.

We do not welcome interest from recruitment agencies at this time.