• Full time continuing position
• Great opportunity to join the University and showcase your technical expertise and leadership
• Base Salary $138,799 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Technical Facilities Manager will provide technical leadership and direction to ensure the reliability of all Electrical plant and equipment is cost-effective with asset lifecycles and maintained in accordance with all relevant standards. This role will also be involved with contract management of the Universities preferred Electrical Contractors to improve efficiencies in repairs and maintenance within a controlled budget. Build professional partnerships with teams, service providers and University stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of infrastructure services on time and on budget, with a strong focus on practical installation, configuration and communication.

Your key responsibilities will be to:
• implement and manage the Campus asset management strategies and deliver... improvements and up-grade programs in consultation with team members
• particular focus on technical hard services i.e. Electrical, Generators and associated equipment
• maintain a documented Quality Assurance system for asset management which incorporates asset risk management and control of critical documents
• provide technical and sustainability input and advice to the Facilities Management Team
• ensure compliance with regulatory and legislative obligations
• ensure all works are done in accordance with up-to-date design standards and with best practice
• responding to escalations and contractor management

About you
• electrical trade qualifications
• strong hands on experience and knowledge of electrical systems, etc
• demonstrated experience within a facilities management environment
• experience working with multiple significant assets and buildings
• experience of current WH&S, QA, environmental legislation and systems
• familiarity with the operation of services (mechanical, hydraulic, lifts, fire, electrical etc.) and services delivery.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

If you are a current employee of the University or a contingent worker with access to Workday, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Sajad Bahram Recruitment Operations, by email on [email protected]

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Applications Close

Sunday 19 March 2023 11:59 PM
Darlington NSW Australia

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