Facilities Coordinator

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Detail information about job Facilities Coordinator. Terms and conditions vacancy

• We are committed to children becoming lifelong learners
• We strive for exceptional standards through constant Quality Improvement.
• We provide excellence by creating safe and stimulating environment

Foundation Early Learning is a leading Australian early childhood education organisation with an unwavering commitment to high quality childcare and its role in nurturing the minds of young children.  Led by an experienced management team, Foundation Early Learning endeavours to provide excellence across all of their centres by creating stimulating environments that are physically safe, cognitively challenging and emotionally nurturing. 

Due to recent growth and a commitment to continuous improvement, we are looking for a dedicated and passionate Facilities Coordinator to join our corporate team.   

Reporting to the Projects & Facilities Manager, this role will see the successful applicant responsible for the day-to-day management of all building and maintenance related tasks such as:

• Preventative and non-scheduled maintenance to ensure that facilities are functional and any issues are resolved promptly;
• Coordination of all compliance testing and servicing required;
• Coordination and supervision of engaged contractors including maintaining an up-to-date register of contractors;
• Ensuring that all plant and equipment is maintained and fit for purpose;
• Liaison with building management and/or landlord on all items relating to centres as required per lease agreements;
• Response to building / maintenance emergency situations to secure the property, plant & equipment as well as, where necessary, ensuring conditions are made safe as promptly as possible;
• Coordination of the delivery of assigned capital projects at existing centres;
• Insurance related items from incident response / repairs and claim lodgement, through to finalisation of claims.  

The successful applicant will have:

• Demonstrated experience in a relevant discipline e.g. property, facilities etc.;
• A current Blue Card (or eligibility to obtain one);
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong ability to work collaboratively to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve business goals;
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to engage in, and deliver, multiple tasks simultaneously;
• A proactive approach to issue resolution; solution oriented;
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications;
• The right to live and work in Australia.

If you would like to apply for this position, please submit a resume outlining your skills and experience by clicking 'apply for this job' above.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.