Facilities and Maintenance Manager
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30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Full-time Ongoing
- Classification: CEMEA 2022 Education Support Services Category A Level 5
ABOUT THE COLLEGE
Just over an hour from Melbournes CBD Sacred Heart College is nestled in the vibrant heart of Geelong offering the best of both worlds: a rewarding career in a leading school and the lifestyle benefits of a thriving coastal city.
Sacred Heart College is a dynamic high-performing school community with a proud heritage strong traditions and a deep sense of welcome. Grounded in the Mercy values of compassion justice respect hospitality service and courage we foster a learning environment where inclusion growth and belonging are at the core of everything we do.
Our strategic vision Strategy 2021 and Beyond centres on reimagining learning for a changing world. We are committed to nurturing curious creative and self-directed learners who strive for excellence and make a difference in their communities.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced and solutions-focused Facilities and Maintenance Manager to lead the effective delivery of building and grounds maintenance across the College. This is a senior operational role that ensures our facilities remain safe functional and aligned with the needs of a contemporary learning environment.
In this role you will:
- Lead and develop the Facilities and Grounds team.
- Manage reactive preventative and programmed maintenance programs.
- Plan and supervise capital works upgrades and improvement projects.
- Coordinate and oversee contractors trades and service providers.
- Ensure compliance with OHS legislation Essential Safety Measures and College policies.
- Conduct audits safety inspections and emergency procedure reviews.
- Maintain accurate records documentation permits and reporting.
- Manage budgets procurement and vendor agreements.
- Provide strategic advice on asset management sustainability and long-term facility planning.
ABOUT YOU
Youre a methodical problem-solver with a strong grasp of compliance safety
and asset management. You bring leadership experience in facilities operations
ideally within an educational or institutional setting and thrive in environments
that value innovation accountability and teamwork.
You will also have:
- Proven experience in facilities and maintenance management
- Strong knowledge of building codes safety regulations and permit
processes - Excellent project management and contractor coordination skills
Budgeting and procurement expertise - Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Relevant qualifications in facilities management engineering or related
fields - A commitment to safety continuous improvement and high-quality service delivery.
- A genuine alignment with the mission and Mercy values of Sacred Heart College.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications must be made through the College website and include:
- a cover letter
- a resume
and can be addressed to Ms Anna Negro Principal.
Applications sent directly to the College or submitted through external websites such as Seek or LinkedIn will not be accepted.
Applications close at 9.00 AM Monday 24 November 2025
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Customer Service
- Facility
- Hand Tools
- Equipment Maintenance
- HVAC
- CMMS
- OSHA
- Electrical Systems
- Safety Procedures
- Chillers
- Mechanical Equipment
- Boilers
- Maintenance Tasks
- Snow Removal
- Air Compressors
