About the role
As our new Facilities Contracts Manager, you will make a difference daily by managing Contractors performing reactive, routine and regulatory maintenance through efficient and effective building maintenance programs at Council owned and/or operated facilities. You will manage all service contracts, service agreements and license agreements required to facilitate the day-to-day maintenance of Council’s vast building portfolio, in accordance with Council strategies and policies, on time and within budget. Contracts include, but are not limited to the following:
- Trade Services/Facilities Maintenance Services Contracts/Panels
- Minor Building Works Panel
- HVAC Contract
- Pool Plant Maintenance Contract
- Security service contract
- Graffiti Removal Contract
- Cleaning Contracts, etc.
You will also play a key role in managing the regulatory compliance of Council’s building portfolio through management of Contractors delivering programs to ensure compliance with the following regulations and authorities:
- National Construction Code (including Asbestos Management and Essential Safety Measures, etc.)
- Utility service authorities - regulatory requirements
- Food Act Compliance
- Disability Discrimination Act.
This is a full-time permanent role based at our Civic Centre. We support flexible working arrangements while ensuring operational needs of the role are met.
This is a Band 7 classified role. Remuneration will be $107,507.54 to $120,572.47 (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.
This role will be considered for the inclusion of Council's after-hours building maintenance service through a formal rotating roster which will attract an on-call allowance if required. The duties are currently shared by four (4) other officers, rotating for two (2) week periods each rotation.
What you will bring to this role
The key selection criteria for this role are:
- Excellent written communication skills in preparation of reports, correspondence, tender documentation and project briefs.
- Substantial experience with managing and administering contracts, including preparation of specifications and tender documents for maintenance and construction contracts.
- A thorough working knowledge of all physical building services and current maintenance practices.
- Oversee minor Capital works projects and programs for building related assets including development, implementation, budget monitoring and reporting.
- Oversee building and construction related compliance including Occupational Health and Safety (general), Asbestos management, Fall prevention systems management, Essential Safety Measures, DDA and NCC compliance
- Sound minor works project management experience.
- Substantial experience in a relevant building, construction and/or programmed maintenance position.
- The ability to analyse problems and make informed decisions on a day-to-day basis using reference to Australian standards, Code of practice, guidelines, technical knowledge and experience
How to apply
Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter online via the ‘Apply’ button by 5pm 03/04/2025.
All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered.
For further information on this role please contact Nathan Hasankolli, Facilities Coordinator at nathan.hasankolli@knox.vic.gov.au or on 9298 8134.
A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.
Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.
Why work at Knox
Discover your future at Knox City Council, where you will deliver meaningful impact, find great opportunities and work with committed people to shape our community. As an employee of Knox, you can enjoy:
- Accrued or rostered days off available for full-time roles, depending on operational requirements
- Broad range of leave options including up to 16 weeks primary and up to 4 weeks secondary parental leave
- Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees
- Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth
- Support towards further study
- 50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work-related challenges.
To find out more about the benefits of working at Knox City Council, visit knox.vic.gov.au/why-work-knox
Inherent requirements
To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below.
Our commitments
Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse.
Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.
Follow us
For more information about Knox City Council and to stay up to date, follow us on LinkedIn.