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• A great opportunity to join a well-functioning team, to assist in making a positive difference to the community
• Monitor and manage the performance of key building maintenance contracts
• Full time opportunity with great employee benefits
• $83,421 - $96,065 per annum (dependent on experience) + superannuation 
• Location: Cheltenham

Join a supportive team committed to clear communication, professional standards, and continuous improvement

The Building Maintenance team manages Council buildings to ensure they are safe, compliant, and well maintained. The team works with contractors and internal staff to deliver reliable services

About the role

As Senior Building Operations Officer, you will lead a team responsible for monitoring the compliance, safety and condition of buildings and assets, as well as overseeing various building service contracts. This role also supports the day-to-day operations of our municipal building, including performing Chief Fire warden duties.

The key responsibilities of the role include auditing, reporting and communicating building condition audit results.  You will also work with the team to coordinate corrective actions. 

Key Responsibilities include                       

• Develop and lead the internal auditing program and schedules
• Assess, evaluate, and maintain accurate records of building assets
• Manage service contracts to ensure compliance with agreements, service standards, timeframes, and budget
• Monitor and report on contractor performance 

What You’ll Bring

• Demonstrated experience in conducting audits and assessing compliance or building condition  
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team
• A proactive approach to fostering a positive and engaged team culture
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with staff, contractors, and community stakeholders

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

How to Apply 

To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal.  Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies

Enquiries

For any enquiries about the position, please contact Jane Hopkins at jane.hopkins@kingston.vic.gov.au 

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au

About Kingston 

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations. 

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Benefits of Working at Kingston 

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: 

• Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
• Salary Packaging
• Purchase leave options
• Career development opportunities,
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Social club events
• Close to Public transport
• Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.