About us

Carpentaria Disability Services is a not-for-profit organisation providing disability and therapy services for children, adolescents and adults across the Northern Territory. We have been delivering innovative and flexible services for more than 50 years and are committed to a person-centred philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.

About the opportunity

The Senior Manager, Assets and Facilities is engaged to ensure modern, comfortable, safe, fit for purpose assets, facilities and maintenance services are available for use that enable the delivery of high-quality supports that empower people with disability to thrive and live a great life. As part of the senior management team the Senior Manager, Assets and Fleet is responsible for the management and oversight of the organisation’s major construction projects and assets, including planning, coordinating, and managing acquisition and disposal programs. Managing a team the role will ensure the efficient and effective delivery of vehicle fleet management, general maintenance, upkeep and repairs to ensure efficient, compliant, and safe operations across multiple sites, aligned to organisational and regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the planning, procurement, contract and project management of various construction projects including for specialist disability accommodation and other building management, maintenance and modifications within agreed time, quality, and cost parameters to ensure continued registration and compliance as a provider.
• Strategically manage commercial tenancies and vacancies as the delegated landlord in accordance with associated legal requirements.
• Plan and manage residential leases in accordance with the Residential Tenancies Act to maximise opportunities and outcomes
• Develop, implement, manage, and report on strategic asset maintenance priorities, programs and schedules, including the development of asset management strategies for buildings and vehicles to ensure quality and performance outcomes
• Ensure Carpentaria’s reputation of providing high quality, modern, comfortable, safe, fit for purpose assets and facilities is maintained through the delivery of internal and contracted services that value quality and positively impact participant outcomes
• Prepare and present plans and forecasts for leased space, operational, maintenance and equipment requirements including the development and implementation of a housing and facilities management strategy.
• Manage a team of facility maintenance staff to develop, review and efficiently deliver on a schedule of building and grounds maintenance and projects
• Ensure compliance of regular inspections of buildings, assets, facilities, and vehicles to ensure compliance with WHS and other regulatory and policy requirement

Selection criteria

• Proven senior-level experience in designing and delivering strategic asset management programs
• High level written communication skills with the ability to prepare business cases, feasibility assessments and report on project status and outcomes
• High level of interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders to negotiate and influence for organisation outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to manage construction projects, including tender scoping, procurement, and contract management
• Working knowledge of the application of legislation including WHS legislation and regulations and building services and infrastructure including business codes and standards
• Knowledge of compliance, standards and statutory requirements associated with building and equipment maintenance
• Current Ochre Card, Criminal History Check, NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, NDIS Worker Orientation, and NT Driver Licence

How to apply

The role profile can be viewed here:

To express your interest in this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you think you will be a great fit for our team.

For further information about the role please contact Kirrily Freson, Director People & Learning [email protected] or phone 0438 718 423.