This position manages a small team to deliver a comprehensive range of property, facilities, and operational services across a cluster of sites within the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, primarily focused on sites occupied by Agriculture Victoria. Located at a major site in Horsham, the position will be responsible for the provision of facility management and operational services at a major site, or combination of major, minor and/or microsites. The facilities include farms, depots, office premises, research facilities, glasshouses, ICC response facilitiies etc. In this position you will be required to support a small number of staff and have a strong understanding and commitment to continuous improvement and customer service.

The position requires a motivated self-starter who is able to build and maintain good working relationships within the department and its' relevant agencies, as well as managing several projects or programs of work from inception through to completion. A solid understanding of the DEECA business, along with strong analytical and communication skills would be beneficial.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Knowledge of OH&S policies and procedures would be highly regarded.
• Experience of working in a regulated maintenance environment, facilities management discipline or operational services delivery, would be advantageous.
• A current Driver Licence.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Horsham.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 30th March 2025.

Other relevant information:

For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.

For further information including the position description, key selection criteria and to apply visit www.careers.vic.gov.au