Business Manager - Human Resources and Facilities

SC1 Demonstrated experience in managing Human Resources, including workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, compliance and industrial agreements.

SC2 Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the oversight of maintenance, operations, building and grounds, assets and contractors.

SC3 Sound knowledge of department management systems including AIMS, eduSafe and eCASES or equivalent programs.

SC4 Comprehensive knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation, management and implementation.

SC5 High level written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated experience in managing Human Resources, including workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, compliance and industrial agreements.

SC2 Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the oversight of maintenance, operations, building and grounds, assets and contractors.

SC3 Sound knowledge of department management systems including AIMS, eduSafe and eCASES or equivalent programs.

SC4 Comprehensive knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation, management and implementation.

SC5 High level written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders.

Role

Attendance requirement for this position is Wednesday and Friday 8:30 - 4:30pm, Thursday 8:30 - 4:00pm

This is a job share position.

A Business Managerrole will usually undertake tasks that impact on the whole school.



The role seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, finance or human resources.

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy.Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility.Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases.Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice in matters relating to the school finance, human resources or school administration.

Responsibilities

This portion of the Business Managers role will entail:

General Administration

- Provide administrative support to external service providers as required.
- Provide required level of administrative support for school events, functions and projects.

Human Resources

- Research, plan and prepare development programs for support staff.
- Manage recruitment procedures.
- Provide authoritative advice to the leadership team on support structures and work practices.




- Assist in the development of work practices that ensure appropriate occupational health and safety standards are maintained.
- Manage procedures relating to employee relations issues.
- Assist in the development of human resource planning.
- Implement induction programs for recent staff, volunteers and other workers to the school.

Facilities Management

- Coordinate the use and maintenance of school buildings and equipment.
- Liaise and negotiate with service providers in respect to the cost and quality of services.
- Supervise the delivery of contracted services.
- Oversee the maintenance, operation and improvement of school buildings and grounds.
- Utilise AIMS program to manage ongoing maintenance programs, expenditure and routine inspections.
- Manage external services and providers , ensuring compliance with procurement requirements.
- Coordinate capital works programs.
- Manage appropriate budgets.
- Maintain asset register.

Workcover and Occupational Health and Safety

- Work with the school OHS representative to implement and monitor OHS processes.
- Ensure compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety legislation, policies and risk management frameworks.
- Oversee workplace inspections, audits and risk assessments.
- Meet with OHS management company termly, and complete tasks as required.
- Promote a proactive safety and wellbeing culture across the school.
- Manage workcover as required.

Who May Apply

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

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