Location Profile

College Profile

Copperfield College is a large, multi-campus secondary school located in Melbourne¿s north-west. The College comprises two junior campuses (Years 7¿10) in Kings Park and Sydenham, and a senior campus (Years 11¿12) in Delahey. We serve approximately 2,000 students and are supported by 150 EFT teaching staff, 70 EFT Education Support staff, and seven Principal Class personnel. The College has a Student Family Occupation and Education (SFOE) index of 0.65, reflecting a significant level of social disadvantage within our community.

Copperfield College is highly culturally diverse, with approximately 40 per cent of students from a language background other than English. Despite the challenges associated with this context, the College performs at or above expectations when compared with schools of a similar profile, particularly in VCE outcomes.

The College¿s mission ¿to empower every student to aspire and achieve¿ is central to our work and underpins the Copperfield College Strategic Plan. This plan, together with the 2026 Annual Implementation Plan and the 2025 Annual Report, is available on our website:

www.copperfieldcollege.vic.edu.au

Our strategic direction focuses on delivering consistently high-quality teaching and learning through a Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum, with a strong emphasis on reducing in-school variation. Building the capacity of all teachers to collaborate effectively within Professional Learning Communities is a key priority, enabling the delivery of differentiated and responsive learning for every student. Improving literacy, numeracy, and student wellbeing remains a core focus across the College.

Copperfield College is a significant provider of VET in Schools and a key member of the Brimbank VET Cluster. As the lead school of a Technical Trade Centre, we offer programs including VET Automotive, VET Electrotechnology, and a range of other vocational pathways. The College also places strong emphasis on co-curricular programs and student leadership opportunities.

The College sustains a stable International Student Program, with 40 international students currently enrolled. English as an Additional Language (EAL) is delivered across all campuses, including a Multicultural Education Aide (MEA) support staff, alongside two Languages Other Than English (LOTE), one of which is supported by a longstanding sister-school partnership of more than 27 years with Fuji Junior High School in Japan. The College also offers an Excelling Program (SEAL) for students performing above, ensuring that high academic students¿ needs are appropriately met. An Excellence in Sports Program (Basketball) is running working together with Keilor Thunder Basketball.

Positions advertised at Copperfield College are not campus specific. Staff are deployed according to student learning needs, with opportunities to move campus on an annual basis.

Copperfield College is recognised as a leading public education provider, characterised by high expectations, academic rigour, strong outcomes, and a culture of continuous improvement.

School Vision & Mission

Inclusive and Supportive Environment
A safe, inclusive, and empowering learning community where every student is valued and supported.

Personalised and Future-Focused Learning
Evidence-based, differentiated teaching that unlocks individual potential and prepares students for diverse post-school pathways.

Holistic Development
A rich and balanced curriculum offering strong academic, vocational, creative, and co-curricular opportunities that build character, confidence, and lifelong skills.

Community Partnerships and Shared Purpose
Strong collaboration with families, industry, and tertiary partners under the banner ¿One College, Three Sites, One Family¿, working together to shape futures and empower all students to aspire and achieve.

Values

At Copperfield College, we value:

- Respect ¿ Valuing every individual¿s identity, voice, and experience, and fostering a culture of trust, empathy, and understanding.

- Responsibility ¿ Acting with integrity, making informed choices, and contributing positively as active and caring citizens.

- Relationships ¿ Building inclusive, collaborative, and supportive relationships that enhance belonging, wellbeing, and shared growth.

- Excellence ¿ Maintaining high expectations and a commitment to continuous improvement, enabling every student to reach their full potential.

Copperfield College is fully committed to the Victorian Child Safe Standards and to providing a safe and supportive environment for all students.

Selection Criteria

Selection Criteria

1.Project, Facilities and Asset Management
Demonstrated experience and capability in planning, coordinating and delivering facilities, maintenance and capital works projects, including the ability to manage competing priorities, timelines, resources and outcomes within an educational or similarly complex environment.

2. Contractor and Procurement Management
Demonstrated experience in engaging, coordinating and managing contractors and service providers, including negotiating contracts, monitoring performance, ensuring quality and compliance, and establishing and prioritising work programs.

3.Occupational Health, Safety and Compliance
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Occupational Health and Safety requirements, risk management and relevant compliance obligations, with the capacity to implement effective OHS practices across facilities, maintenance and College projects.

4.Organisation, Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
Highly developed interpersonal, communication, organisational and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with College leadership,



staff, students, contractors, service providers and external stakeholders to achieve effective facilities and operational outcomes.

5.Digital Capability and Multi-Campus Operations
Demonstrated capacity to effectively use web-based facilities, asset management and administrative systems, together with experience managing facilities and operational requirements across a complex, multi-campus environment, with the ability to coordinate consistent practices and respond effectively to campus-specific needs.

Role

Facilities Manager ¿ ES1.4

Full-time | 52/52 weeks

The Facilities Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational management of facilities, grounds, maintenance, projects, contractors and related services across Copperfield College¿s three campuses.

Working closely with the Principal Team, Business Manager, Campus Principals, College staff and external stakeholders, the Facilities Manager ensures that the College¿s buildings, grounds and facilities are safe, functional, well maintained and fit for purpose, and that facilities-related activities are delivered efficiently, professionally and in accordance with Department of Education policies, procedures, legislative requirements and College priorities.

A key responsibility of the position is to provide leadership and coordination of the College¿s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements as they relate to facilities, maintenance, projects, contractors and the physical environment. The Facilities Manager supports the Principal Team in meeting the College¿s OHS obligations through effective risk identification, assessment, control, monitoring, reporting and continuous improvement.

The position requires a proactive, highly organised and solutions-focused approach, with the capacity to manage competing priorities and coordinate resources across a complex three-campus environment.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Facilities, Assets and Maintenance

- Lead and coordinate the effective management, maintenance and continuous improvement of College buildings, grounds, infrastructure and facilities across all three campuses.
- Develop, coordinate and monitor maintenance programs and work priorities to ensure facilities are maintained to a high standard and emerging issues are addressed proactively.
- Coordinate and balance the College Maintenance and Gardening Team workforce across campuses, allocating resources according to priorities, operational requirements and campus needs.
- Monitor cleaning and other contracted facilities services, ensuring agreed service standards, contractual obligations and OHS requirements are consistently met.
- Maintain accurate facilities, asset, maintenance and service records and ensure relevant online systems are kept current.
- Identify opportunities for improvements to facilities, infrastructure, sustainability, functionality and the overall presentation of the College setting.

Project and Capital Works Management

- Coordinate the planning, delivery and monitoring of major and minor building works, capital projects, refurbishments and facilities improvement initiatives across the College.
- Manage College-funded projects, including project planning, timelines, budgets, procurement, contractor coordination, OHS requirements, quality assurance and stakeholder communication.
- Coordinate Department of Education and VSBA, initiated maintenance and capital works programs, ensuring College requirements are communicated and appropriately addressed.
- Work proactively with the VSBA, Department agencies, contractors, consultants and other relevant stakeholders to ensure projects and works are appropriately planned, delivered and completed.
- Provide advice and regular updates to the Principal Team and Business Manager regarding project progress, risks, costs, timelines and emerging issues.
- Support the Principal Team with facilities planning, asset management, grant opportunities and relevant submissions.

Contractor, Procurement and Service Management

- Lead the coordination and management of contractors, tradespeople, consultants and service providers engaged by the College.
- Obtain and assess quotations, establish work priorities, coordinate schedules, monitor performance and ensure works are completed to the required standard.
- Ensure contractors and service providers comply with Department of Education and College requirements, including OHS, induction, documentation such as working with children check, risk controls and safe work practices.
- Work closely with the Business Manager to ensure procurement and purchasing activities comply with Department of Education policies, procedures, financial controls and delegated authorities.
- Monitor contracts, service agreements and renewals and provide advice regarding contractor performance and ongoing service requirements.
- Coordinate facilities hire arrangements, including bookings, schedules, contracts, invoicing and event-related requirements, ensuring appropriate facilities, OHS and risk management arrangements are in place.

Occupational Health and Safety

- Coordinate and support the implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of the College¿s facilities related OHS systems such as AIMS, processes and controls.




- Support the Principal Team and relevant leaders in fulfilling the College¿s OHS responsibilities, particularly in relation to the physical environment, facilities, maintenance, projects and contractors.
- Coordinate regular workplace inspections, facilities related OHS audits and risk assessments across all campuses, ensuring identified hazards and risks are appropriately controlled and corrective actions are completed.
- Coordinate the management and reporting of facilities-related incidents, hazards, near misses and corrective actions, escalating significant risks and matters to the Principal Team as required.
- Ensure OHS requirements are appropriately addressed across maintenance, construction, refurbishment, grounds, cleaning, events and other facilities-related activities.
- Maintain appropriate OHS records, registers, documentation and online reporting systems and provide regular reports to the Principal Team on facilities-related OHS matters.
- Promote a proactive culture of workplace health and safety and ensure facilities practices support the College¿s commitment to providing a safe environment for students, staff, contractors and visitors.

Leadership, Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

- Provide effective leadership and direction to College maintenance and gardening staff, promoting accountability, teamwork, service excellence and a strong safety culture.
- Coordinate facilities operations across the three campuses, ensuring consistent processes and standards while responding appropriately to individual campus needs.
- Establish effective working relationships with the Principal, Assistant Principals, Business Manager, College staff, Department representatives, contractors, service providers and other stakeholders.
- Communicate clearly and professionally regarding facilities priorities, projects, risks, works schedules, incidents and operational matters.
- Provide timely advice to the Principal Team on emerging facilities, infrastructure, OHS and operational issues and recommend appropriate actions.
- Promote a safe, well-maintained, welcoming and fit-for-purpose environment that reflects the College¿s values and supports high-quality teaching, learning and student wellbeing.

Digital Systems, Compliance and Reporting

- Effectively utilise relevant Department of Education and College web-based systems for facilities, maintenance, OHS, procurement, projects, incident reporting and record management.
- Ensure facilities, contractor, OHS, maintenance, project and compliance documentation is accurate, current and appropriately maintained.
- Monitor compliance with relevant Department of Education policies, procedures, standards and legislative requirements.
- Prepare reports, updates and documentation for the Principal Team and other relevant stakeholders as required.
- Undertake other duties and responsibilities as reasonably directed by the Principal.

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via *******@education.vic.gov.au

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Conditions of Employment

- All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
- Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
- A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
- Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx

📌 Facilities Manager ES 1-4 (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Melbourne