This is a varied and rewarding role that combines hands-on maintenance, contractor management, compliance and team supervision. You will play a key role in ensuring our building and grounds are safe, clean, welcoming and well-presented, supporting the smooth running of our daily operations, community programs and special events.

Full-time (or part-time by negotations), the role also requires after-hours availability from time to time to support events and respond to urgent maintenance issues or emergencies.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee the day-to-day operation and presentation of the building and grounds.
- Supervise the cleaning team and ensure high cleaning standards are maintained.
- Coordinate and manage maintenance contractors, tradespeople and service providers.
- Carry out minor repairs and maintenance where appropriate.
- Develop and manage preventative maintenance schedules.
- Ensure compliance with building, safety and workplace regulations.
- Maintain records of inspections, servicing and compliance requirements.
- Support the set-up and pack-down of community events, including furniture, equipment and room preparation.
- Monitor maintenance supplies and assist in managing maintenance budgets.
- Identify opportunities to improve facilities and operational efficiency.
- Respond promptly to maintenance issues and emergencies.
- Source quotations and recommend maintenance and improvement works.
- Assist with planning and coordinating minor building improvement projects.

You are:

- Organised, reliable and proactive.
- Practical and hands-on, with sound maintenance skills.
- Able to prioritise competing tasks and solve problems independently.
- Experienced in supervising staff,



contractors and service providers.
- A positive communicator who enjoys working with staff, contractors and community members.
- Comfortable using computers to maintain records and communicate with staff and contractors.
- Committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming and professional environment.
- Previous experience in facilities, property or building management.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Current Victorian Driver Licence.
- Current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
- National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
- Experience in schools, early learning centres, community organisations or not-for-profit settings.
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements.
- Experience managing maintenance budgets.
- Trade qualification or practical maintenance background.

What we offer

At Hamerkaz Centre, you'll become part of a friendly and dedicated team committed to serving our community.

- A diverse and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
- A supportive and collaborative workplace.
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the experience of hundreds of families and community members each week.
- Flexibility by negotiation.
- A competitive salary based on experience.

About us

Hamerkaz Centre is a vibrant community hub in Elsternwick. Our facilities include a community hall, early learning centre, classrooms, offices and event spaces that host educational, cultural and community programs throughout the year.

We are committed to providing a protected, welcoming and well-maintained environment where children, families and community members can connect, learn and celebrate together.

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