Facilities Supervisor

- Full-time, permanent opportunity at our Lismore campus
- Remuneration up to $113,313
- Generous employers’ superannuation contribution of 17%

About us

Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focused on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy.

Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

About the opportunity

Southern Cross University is seeking a dedicated Facilities Supervisor to join our Property Services team at our leafy Lismore campus. As the Facilities Supervisor, be responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising maintenance activities to ensure the integrity and functionality of campus infrastructure and facilities. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate and supervise asset maintenance activities to meet Australian legislative and university operational requirements.
• Directly supervise Facilities Officer’s activities, ensuring compliance with Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) regulations and university policies
• Foster a high-performance culture within Property Services by scheduling staffing requirements, providing training, and monitoring team performance.
• Prioritise and respond to Property Services requests, assigning and monitoring work orders to ensure timely completion.

About you

You will have demonstrated experience in facilities management and supervision, together with a strong working knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations and an adept proficiency in navigating computer systems. More specifically, you will have:

• A relevant trade licence, with at least three years relevant experience supervising staff in a maintenance environment.
• Experience using computer-based record systems, including Microsoft Office. Experience in T1 and Archibus is advantageous but not essential.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of WHS principles, legislation, standards, policies and procedures in a building services environment.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to foster a positive team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking skills and possess a solutions-based approach to changes in environment or circumstances.

Salary and benefits

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities. This position is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at Lismore. Generous relocation support available.
• HEW Level 6. The base salary ranges from $88,301 - $96,849 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $113,313.

Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Application requirements

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description by the closing date. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with ongoing work rights in Australia. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Further information Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:
Name: Danika Head, Director, Property Services
Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEST, Sunday 12 May 2024.

Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located.

The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who openly identify as LGBTQI+.

We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

Together, we are Transforming Tomorrow.

Use the position description link below to access further information about the selection criteria for this role. You will need to submit complete responses to the selection criteria with your application, including providing examples where relevant. Please prepare these and submit each response when prompted in your online application submission.

Facilities Supervisor (Lismore) (HEW 6)_1.pdf

26/04/2024