Property Manager

ABOUT US

Camberwell Grammar School is an independent Anglican day school for boys from Pre-Preparatory to Year 12. We aim to give every student in our care the very best education in order to prepare them for life beyond school. We are a learning community that encourages staff, students, past students, and parents to involve themselves fully in all aspects of school life and to identify themselves with its values; Learning, Respect, Integrity, Courage and Optimism. We are proud of the sense of community that characterises our school.

Our school campus is located in the leafy inner east suburb of Canterbury, on land originally inhabited by the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, and blends period architecture with exciting contemporary design and state-of-the-art facilities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

After successfully outsourcing the provision of Property Services for some years, we feel we are now in a position to develop the in-house capacity and management of this department with internal leadership.   

As such, the opportunity exists to lead and further develop the property services team at Camberwell Grammar School.  Our single campus school is fortunate to own a large number of quality buildings and state-of-the-art facilities including sports grounds, gardens, a pool and a Performing Arts Centre. We are an innovator in major sustainability initiatives.

Reporting to the Head of Facilities and Operations, this role will oversee property management for the entire campus, off site sporting venues and school owned adjoining properties and will actively participate in future development initiatives.  

Key responsibilities will include:

• Management and oversight of all buildings, including plant, grounds and maintenance
• Management of external maintenance and grounds contracts
• Management of building security, services, emergency response and cleaning
• Ensure work is carried out in accordance with service agreements, within OH&S requirements and appropriate industry practice standards
• Work with our Sustainability Coordinator on meeting our sustainability goals
• Managing a range of capital works, including delivery and costs
• Actively contribute to the development and execution of our Master Plan and related construction
• Leading and mentoring a committed team which includes dedicated teams and external contractors
• Improving processes and systems
• Problem-solving and diagnosing issues
• Managing budgets and identifying areas for cost savings.

ABOUT YOU

Critical to your success will be a solid background in managing buildings and properties. You must have a technical mind and be able to deal with stakeholders at all levels including; senior management, teachers, parents, external contractors, neighbours and a large range of trades people.

You must be able to demonstrate sound knowledge of good procurement practices, have a thorough understanding of OH&S and be proficient with a large range of IT products including Excel, Word and project and contractor management systems.

Of utmost importance is your ability to understand a school environment and culture, which can be quite different from other industrial / commercial environments.

You have initiative, attention to detail, the need to create solutions, a focus on quality service and the drive and ambition to succeed.

A background in property / facilities management, together with relevant qualifications would be well considered.

You will be required to have a Working with Children’s check and also undergo a National Crime Check.  Current first aid qualifications would be well regarded.

WHY JOIN CAMBERWELL GRAMMAR SCHOOL?

At Camberwell Grammar we have a vision of learning which encompasses all aspects of life – not just the intellectual, but also the social, cultural, physical and spiritual. We hope to educate committed citizens of the future, interested and passionate about the problems facing our world and with the skills necessary to do something about them. Critical to this vision are the spaces our students and staff learn in and work and you will play a pivotal role in shaping this.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT CAMBERWELL GRAMMAR

• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Competitive remuneration
• Access to outstanding state-of-the-art facilities
• A progressive, supportive and well-resourced educational environment
• A welcoming, innovative and passionate community

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and as such, the recruitment process may commence immediately. 

Applications close:  Friday 19 April 2024.

Camberwell Grammar School is committed to Child Safety. Candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children and where appropriate be able to demonstrate experience working with children.  Applicants will have the opportunity to indicate their understanding of, or any experience they have in working with children with diverse needs and/or backgrounds.

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