Casual Facilities Assistant
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12 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview:
Casual hourlyrate $43.21inclusive of casual loading.
AdhocCasual(no fixed hours). Looking for two staff members.
Work in a brand-new office building in Melbournes CBD locatedon Franklin Street with easy access to public transport and a short walk to the Queen Victoria Market
Our values -PassionImpactInclusionIntegrityCourageImagination
About RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP)
RMIT UP owned by RMIT University provides education solutions for students academics and professionals in Australia and globally.
Our mission is to offer transformative learning experiences and pathways that open global opportunities guided by RMITs values of inclusion imagination integrity courage passion and impact. We place student and customer experience at the forefront of everything we do.
Our key programs include Foundation Studies ELICOS English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language testing andInformit a leading research database focused on Australasian content.
Facilities Team
The Facilities team is a small team who responds to the daily requests to keep the spaces we work and teach in functioning optimally. We also have a regular cycle of tasks that we complete to keep the space looking fabulous andare wellpresented. This role allows us to support these functions during keyperiods suchas mid and end semester when we need to service a lot of areas ina short periodof time. It also lets ustackle projectsthat come semiregularly andmakes sure we have a facilities presence when existing team members are on leave. We look forward to sharing the running knowledge of our organisation with the rightpractically mindedcandidate.
About the role
TheFacilitiesAssistant reporting to the Facilities Executive you will provide on-site facilities support on a casual basisassistingwith general maintenance event support and responding to facilities requests across classrooms and shared spaces.
Key responsibilities
Assistwith furniture relocations and set-ups within the building
Support basic plant maintenance activities
Distribute stationery and office supplies
Conduct visual inspections of reported facilities issues
Assistwith internal events and room set-ups
Support the Facilities Officer with tasksimpactingmultiple classrooms
Carry out non-standard cleaning tasks beyond contracted services including:
Whiteboards
Spot carpet and furniture steaming
Desk and fridge cleaning
Monitor and respond to Facilities ServiceNow requests
About You
You will bring a practical mindset and a strong customer service focus with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Essential:
Clearverbal communication skills
Ability tosolve problemsand implement solutions for basic facilities tasks
Understanding of workplace health and safetyregulations
Strong customer service skills and self-motivation even when completing repetitive tasks
Comfortable interacting with students and staff across various areas
Ability to build positive working relationships at all levels
Reliable proactive and flexible approach to work
What we offer you
We value our people and are committed to providing a supportive inclusive and rewarding work environment. As part of our teamyoullenjoy:
Employee discounts at leading retailers.
A strong focus on health and wellbeing including RMIT-subsidised gym memberships Employee Assistance Program (EAP) access and discounted childcare options.
Access to professional development opportunities such as training upskilling leadership programs and LinkedIn Learning.
To Apply
Pleasesubmityour CV and a cover letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the Apply link. Cover letters should be addressed to HR.
For more details refer to the PositionDescription: Checks: Appointment is subject to a successful Working with Children Check and National Police Check
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At RMIT UP we foster a culture of safety wellbeing and inclusion ensuring everyone feels valued and respected. We embrace diversity and treat all individuals with fairness regardless of gender gender identity marital or family status sexual orientation age ethnicity religious beliefs cultural or socio-economic background perspectives or experiences.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child-safe organisation. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates.
As a Disability Confident Recruitment Team we are happy to adjust the recruitment process to meet accessibility needs. Please contact us atwith your preferred communication method and we will be in touch to discuss your requirements.
Read our Child Safety Policy:Child Safety Policy
We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer we commit to responding to every applicant.
Applications Close:
1 Mar 2026 11.59 pmRMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed tobeinga child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
In line with RMIT Universitys commitment to a safe respectful and inclusive environment from 1 January 2026 the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a genderbased violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant preemployment background checks including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMITs safety obligations.
At RMIT we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements please contact Dani via or visit our Careers page for more contact information - are a Circle Back Initiative Employer we commit to respond to every applicant.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Typing
- Customer Service
- Hospitality Experience
- Facilities Maintenance
- Facilities Management
- HVAC
- Cleaning Experience
- Office Experience
- OSHA
- Maintenance
- Custodial Experience
- Power Tools
About Company
RMIT is an international university of technology and design and Australia's largest tertiary institution.
