We are seeking an experienced and visionary leader with proven experience in service delivery and process optimisation to oversee efficient management of the University's assets, infrastructure and campus services across multiple campuses.

As the Director of Campus Assets, Facilities & Sustainability, you will ensure the Campus assets are maintained in line with university expectations and that staff and contractors operate safely, efficiently and securely.

This role leads proactive and reactive maintenance of building and asset infrastructure, builds and leads the Campus Services Centre of Excellence in line with our carbon neutral commitments. The role also leads operational sustainability and continuous improvement as we strive to reduce gross carbon emissions across our campuses. Additionally, you will lead emergency incident response efforts and serve as a vital member of the University’s Critical Incident Management Response team.

This is a senior position reporting to the Chief Operating Officer with a five-year fixed term contract, located at our Hawthorn Campus.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on our campus infrastructure and services and contribute to a sustainable future, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity! Join us in shaping a vibrant and sustainable campus experience for all.

About You
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:

• Extensive experience in developing Asset Planning and Maintenance strategies.
• Demonstrated experience in managing facility services (such as cleaning, security), facilities maintenance (including process optimisation), and sustainability operations within a large and complex organisation.
• In-depth knowledge of facilities management best practices, including asset management, service delivery models, and maintenance planning in a sustainable manner.
• A proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation, and an action orientated, problem solving mindset.

Qualifications
Degree (and/or postgraduate) qualification in relevant field, e.g. facilities management, engineering, property management, business administration.

**This position is open only to applicants who have work rights in Australia***

About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne Horizon 2025 draws upon our understanding of future challenges. With this new strategic plan, we choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research, so that:

• Every Swinburne learner gets a work experience
• Every Swinburne graduate gets a job
• Every Swinburne partner gets a tech solution
• Swinburne is the prototype of global best practice

The achievement of our 2025 moon shots depends on our capacity to work collectively, always, as One Swinburne.

To Apply
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position.

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Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on talentacquisition@swin.edu.au.

Applications Close: Wednesday 13th November 2024 at 5pm.

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Swinburne University of Technology is dedicated to creating a varied, welcoming, and open learning and work environment that embraces diversity, promotes inclusion, ensures fair access to opportunities, and actively opposes bullying, discrimination, sexual harm, victimisation, and vilification. We appreciate every individual in our community, regardless of ability/disability, age, cultural and ethnic background, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and family and relationship status. For further details on our efforts, please explore our Equity & Diversity website.

Disability and Reasonable Adjustments
Swinburne University of Technology actively supports and encourages individuals with disability to apply. We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process by ensuring that we cater to the access and participation needs of all candidates.

For a confidential conversation about your accessibility needs or to offer feedback on how we can enhance our recruitment processes to accommodate any adjustments you may require, please contact Swinburne’s Disability Confident Recruitment at DCR@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550.

Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) at Swinburne
Swinburne is enhancing gender equity and diversity, with a focus on science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine (STEMM), by participating in the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program.?

Swinburne University is actively engaged in improving representation and participation of women in STEMM fields, aiming to address ongoing gender inequity. As an inaugural recipient of the Athena SWAN Institutional Bronze Award, we have implemented our original SAGE Action Plan (2019-2021) and continue our commitment through the current SAGE Action Plan (2022-2025), focusing on meaningful actions to foster long-lasting change and advance gender equity and diversity in STEMM.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
For any support, please contact talentacquisition@swin.edu.au or for more information on our Indigenous strategies please follow the link to our RAP Reconciliation Action Plan.

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes
As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.

We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.