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As Facilities Officer, Public Domain, you will oversee the management of our campus tree network and support environmental sustainability initiatives across our campuses. This role has two key areas of focus: supervising tree works and maintaining tree records, and leading waste diversion efforts to increase recycling and reuse.

This is a hands-on position, offering variety and the opportunity to work autonomously while contributing to both environmental and campus goals.

In this role you will:

• Oversee the management and inspection of over 16,000 trees across two campuses, including supervising tree works and updating the tree database.
• Manage the waste diversion program, focusing on maximising recycling and reuse while minimising landfill waste.
• Control and maintain the bulk waste area and lead small projects to increase diversion rates.
• Plan and deliver cyclical activities, preparing reports on the program of works, completed tasks, and outstanding actions.

This continuing position is full time and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal land).

How will you inspire us?

You will have:

• Experience in tree or grounds maintenance, with a practical understanding of managing landscapes and outdoor environments.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work independently, sometimes travelling between Callaghan and Ourimbah.
• A practical approach to problem-solving and a passion for environmental sustainability, particularly in waste management and tree care.

What we offer

The remuneration for this position is from $93,929 to $103,641 + 17% superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience.

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.

These include:

• 17% super and salary packaging.
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal, life, and parental leave, annual leave loading, and additional purchased leave scheme.
• Discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more.
• A range of support and wellbeing programs.

For more information on benefits and conditions, please follow this link.

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

Your next steps

Important information before you apply:

• If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ (or equivalent) to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy from the Related Documents section before commencing your application.
• Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.

Your application:

Your application must include:

• Your resume.
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity.
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below (these may differ slightly from the Position Description, please only respond to the below in your application).

1. A degree in a facilities management, property, engineering, building and construction or other relevant area with subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience and specialist expertise or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education in an areas such as facilities maintenance.
2. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills including the capacity to build relationships and an inter-disciplinary way of working.
3. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in supervising facilities operations within a large facility with multiple buildings.
4. Demonstrated experience working both independently and in a team environment, with the ability to build relationships and engage in effective teamwork.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. This document should not exceed 3 pages.

We value diversity and strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free. If you require an alternative pathway to view the Position Description or to submit an application, please reach out to [email protected].

We also seek to provide a fair chance to all applicants by providing reasonable adjustments where required during the assessment and interview phases of the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For specific position enquiries, please contact Tim Dale, Operations Manager on (02) 4985 4296 or via email at [email protected]

Having technical difficulties? Please reach out to us: [email protected] Please note, we do not accept email applications.

Closing date: Wednesday 23 April 2025 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do.

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

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