The Opportunity

• Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in Facilities Maintenance?
• Coordinate and manage both 'soft' and 'hard' services at CSIRO sites in Victoria
• Work as part of a specialised technical team in CSIRO Business & Infrastructure Services

The Position

As a Facilities Coordinator, you will be part of CSIRO Business and Infrastructure (CBIS) which is responsible for providing support to scientific staff by developing, maintaining and managing, the buildings, laboratories and other research infrastructure across CSIRO owned and leased sites.

You will be responsible for the general day to day facility operations, and the management of maintenance, and repairs for the Clayton site. You will also assist in the development of maintenance and services contracts and developing budgets and cash flows associated with these activities.

Your duties will include

• Supporting staff with regard to specific site information and issues such as services shut down and testing arrangements
• Assisting CBIS Management with the development of site maintenance plans and reports
• Assist with managing minor works projects, including office fit-outs and staff relocations in offices, laboratories and other research accommodation.
• Liaising with clients to anticipate their needs, ensure the relevance of the activity and achievement of team objectives, take personal responsibility for guaranteeing client satisfaction, and correct problems promptly and in a constructive manner
• Actively participate in the Facilities Condition Audit Program and annual reviews of region facilities and services, including assistance with the updating of the MPlan data;
• Identifying and advising of emerging risks (including regulatory and compliance issues) and threats in delivering asset management escalating issues in a timely manner and as needed to ensure risks are effectively managed.
• Perform regular enquires on the site BMS and security systems, including the overseeing of the provision of security and access control cards for staff and tenants.

Location: Clayton, VIC
Salary: AU$82k - AU$93k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Indefinite
Reference: 60396

To be successful you will need

• Building related trade certificate or relevant work experience in the delivery of facility management services including “hard services” such as repairs, maintenance and minor works; and “soft services”
• Proven experience in the coordination of repairs, maintenance and minor works and services.
• To have demonstrated technical knowledge of building and related engineering trades and services (including hard and soft services).
• Solid Interpersonal, communication and computer skills.
• Experience and ability in the development and coordination of timely procurement and delivery of reliable, cost effective FM services.

For details about who to contact and for more information please view Position Description

Flexible Working Arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. Talk to us about how this role could be flexible for you. Balance

About CSIRO

At CSIRO you can be part of helping to solve big, complex problems that make a real difference to our future. We spark off each other, learn from each other, trust each other and collaborate to achieve more than we could individually in a supportive, rewarding, inclusive and truly flexible environment. 

Apply Online

To apply online, please provide a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role.

Applications Close

8th March 2019