Full time, fixed term role until 15th June 2026. Located in the Services Building (G12) on the Darlington Campus
Exciting opportunity for an experienced Facilities Manager to join the Central Operations Services unit
Base Salary HEO9, $140,913 p.a. + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The University of Sydney is welcoming applications for a highly motivated Facilities Manager (Mechanical) to join our dynamic Central Operations Services (COS) team and take ownership of mechanical operations across the University’s portfolio covering Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, critical infrastructure, energy optimisation and emergency response queries.
As a key member of the COS team, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance, performance, and continuous improvement of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems across the University’s diverse estate, which includes heritage-listed buildings, modern teaching spaces, and cutting-edge research facilities.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
manage the delivery of reactive and corrective works derived from PPM
respond to and resolve client requests and queries
work with contractors to deliver services across the University
manage complex technical challenges, ensuring that every aspect of the facility runs smoothly and efficiently
manage day-to-day asset operations, from effective procurement processes to managing asset maintenance
work collaboratively to streamline risk management protocols, address workplace health and safety proactively, and prepare for internal evaluations.
About you
The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Facilities Manager (Mechanical) who has:
an equivalent combination of relevant training and Mechanical Services qualifications
5+ years of delivering Facility Management services to a diversified portfolio
experience in people management, including managing staff performance and development
demonstrated skills and experience in critical thinking and decision making
ability to working in a team environment and has strong communication skills.
Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Kevin Lim, Recruitment Operations by email to kevin.lim@sydney.edu.au.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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Applications Close
Wednesday 14 May 2025 11:59 PM