Brisbane School of Distance Education is seeking a Facilities Supervisor.

The role directly supports the Team Leader - Facilities and Business Manager and provides advice to all school staff on Workplace Health and Safety.

It also supports the management of 13 staff and assists with the mailroom, dispatch to students and families, warehouse and facilities management, security, and the school’s vehicle fleet.

This role is for a period of 7 months, unless otherwise advised.

Job details

About the School 

Brisbane School of Distance Education offers a flexible, personalised online learning environment committed to excellence, innovation and inclusion. Our dedicated staff deliver daily lessons using advanced technology and maintain close contact with families to support student engagement. We pride ourselves on meeting individual learning needs through quality programs and strong community collaboration. Join Brisbane School of Distance Education and be part of a supportive, forward thinking school that values teamwork between students, families and staff.

Your Opportunity 

As the Facilities Supervisor you will support the Business Manager with all aspects of facilities management including cleaning services, building infrastructure, telecommunications, furniture and assets.

The Facilities Supervisor reports to the Business Manager, Principal or nominated delegate.

Your Responsibilities 

As the Facilities Supervisor, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:  

• Identify maintenance requirements in accordance with Maintenance Assessment Report and school needs.
• Assist the Business Manager with the day to day supervision and management of grounds and cleaning staff by providing support, sharing learning and demonstrating personal integrity.
• Provide support for the uniform operations within the school, including maintaining stock control, cost analysis and liaison with suppliers.
• Provide administrative support that contributes to the effective operational requirements of the school as directed.
• Establish networks and liaise with other Business Managers and departmental officers and community representatives to ensure the provision of corporate services meets agreed service standards, legislative, policy and procedural requirements.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position. 

Interested? To Apply 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). 
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing the How you may be Assessed section of the attached role description. 

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MSR641225_25T - Role Description (PDF, 259KB)
  Role Description