• Lead delivery of crucial facilities and project management services to support a mental health services provider
• Permanent role | Full time
• Hybrid Work & Burnley Location

Mind strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with a lived and living experience of mental ill health and recovery, and applicants from all cultures, genders, sexualities, bodies, abilities, spiritualities, ages and backgrounds.

Mind Australia is one of the country’s leading community-managed specialist mental health service providers with a range of residential, mobile outreach, centre based and online services. We have been supporting people living with the day-to-day impacts of mental illness, as well as their families, friends and carers for over 45 years.

We provide practical and motivational support that helps people to develop the skills they need to move on, thrive and improve the quality of their lives. It’s an approach to mental health and wellbeing that looks at the whole person in the context of their daily life. Mind is committed to diversity and social inclusion.

About the role

The Property, Facilities & Procurement business unit manages and ensures effective operation of Mind Australia and its subsidiary, The Haven Foundation (THF), assets and properties across Australia. The business unit is responsible for overseeing and maintaining facilities, buildings and grounds, plant and equipment, property leases, capital projects, tenders, supplier agreements and commercial contracts to support efficient service delivery. Property, Facilities & Procurement also manages facilities related services including essential services, property maintenance, cleaning, gardening, security, waste management, pest control, corporate office reception, car parking, fleet vehicle management, contractor management and all related data and documentation.

We are seeking a high-performing, experienced Manager - Property, Facilities & Procurement for a permanent, full-time opportunity at our Central Office in the Burnley area. Leading a team, you will manage and ensure effective operation of assets, properties, plant and equipment, leases and projects. This role will oversee facilities services including property maintenance, cleaning, gardening, security, waste management, pest control, car parking, contractor management, supplier agreements, contracts and tenders to support delivery of services. Additionally, the role manages the fleet vehicle arrangement with a third party provider.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain assets, facilities, properties and equipment including retaining an accurate asset register.
• Manage preventative and corrective maintenance works to meet business requirements and compliance with Australian Standards, legislation and building codes.
• Provide reporting and timely advice to stakeholders regarding issues and assessment of facilities, plant and equipment requirements to support capital planning and investment.
• Lead development, management and review of leases, contracts, tenders and supplier agreements to meet business requirements, standards and industry benchmarks.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop, coordinate and deliver high quality facilities services, maintenance programs and capital works projects within budget. 

What you’ll bring

• Tertiary qualifications (minimum Certificate IV) in Engineering, Property Management, Project Management or other related field and/or equivalent experience in a similar industry.
• Experience and understanding of Community Services, Mental Health, Social Welfare, Housing, Healthcare or Government sectors is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of essential services and facilities legislation, building codes and OH&S requirements.
• Previous experience managing and maintaining facilities, properties, capital works projects, leases, contracts and tenders.
• Proven capability to develop and direct contract and tendering processes, budgets and reporting.
• Ability to build relationships and consult with stakeholders to identify, plan and prioritise to meet strategic plans, service requirements and deliverables.

Benefits

• Salary packaging up to $15,899 p.a. allows you to allocate a portion of your pre-tax income to cover living expenses (e.g. rent, mortgage, child care, car leasing expenses etc.)
• Generous leave entitlements including 8 weeks paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading and 6 Manager Days Off per annum (Full time employees).
• Learning, development and career opportunities.
• Hybrid work 

Interested?

To obtain a position description and apply online click Apply Now to visit Mind Careers - reference number 494593. Please contact the person below for more information.

Greg Wasmund, Senior Manager Property, Facilities & Procurement

[email protected]

The successful applicant is required to complete comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check, NDIS Workers Screening Check and the ability to obtain vaccinations against COVID-19.