Building Services Manager
- swatson15162
- Nov 7
- 4 min read
Updated: Nov 12
ASSIST Building & Maintenance Team.
Permanent Full Time.
About us
Belong Blue Mountains advocates on behalf of vulnerable community members, and promotes the development of self-help initiatives and support networks in order to enhance individual opportunities and strengthen community resilience.
We are a Not for Profit registered charity that is one of the top providers of building services for My Aged Care, NDIS and Home Care Packages throughout our service delivery area, stretching from the Nepean LGA to Mt Victoria in the Blue Mountains LGA.
Our focus is on keeping our clients safe and able to live in their homes for longer. Every day, our people are focussed on delivering exceptional outcomes for our participants. This passion and expertise creates an employee experience that puts wellbeing, flexibility and opportunity at the forefront.
Come and join us.
The Role
Due to growth, we are currently looking for a Building Services Manager to be responsible for the building services contracts, estimating, programming of the works and organisation of the Assist building team in the Belong Blue Mountains Building Services section.
What you will be doing:
Manage day to day operations of the service and its staff
Provide quotations for Major and Minor Modifications
Assisting the Board, where appropriate and applicable, in the compilation and delivery of Assist's Operational & expense budgets in line with targets set and project manage and complete the Building Services component of the individual job budgets
Manage Compliance reporting to the Board on a monthly basis
Order all PC items that are relevant to Major Modification projects
Site visits on a regular basis and liaise with Occupational Therapists as necessary.
Work in with Administration staff to help with programming and deployment with Assist trades
Collect and file certificates where applicable on our quoting system
Where required and in accordance with legislative and Building Commission, Fair Trading and The Building Act requirements, enter into written contracts with clients where applicable for the Modifications works. Include Home Warranty Insurance for those projects as required
Inform the Board where problems or concerns arise that relate to client wellbeing and safety, Assist staff or sub contractor wellbeing and safety, or any matter that has the potential to have a legal or reputational impact on Belong Blue Mountains Incorporated.
What makes you stand out
Your significant prior experience as a tertiary educated building services or property operations Manager/ residential building, within the construction industry with proven experience project management skills including contract and contractor management combined with well-honed negotiation skills and the ability achieve set goals and forward thinking.
Your excellent understanding of building codes and regulations including AS1428.1: 2021, coupled with sound experience managing safety, risk and contract management.
You will also need exceptional communication and record keeping skills, the ability to develop effective working relationships and have strong skills across the MS Office and SimPro operation system.
Responsibilities:
Carry out all required minor and some major modifications to improve accessibility including
installing grab rails and handrails, small to large access ramps, decking, timber and metal
stairs, as well as working as part of a team on major modifications, ensuring all work is
completed to a high standard
Adhere to all safety standards, accessibility regulations and building codes
Collaborate with clients and Occupational Therapists in the implementation of home
modifications
Provide clear and compassionate communication with clients and their families
Essential Criteria:
Relevant tertiary qualifications in the Building Construction Industry, or a related field.
Hold a current Supervisor Certificate from the Building Commission in order to be nominated as the Belong Blue Mountains building licence holder.
Proven experience in managing budgets, financial planning, and report preparation.
Strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Proficiency in the use of relevant IT systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Supervisor Certificate from the Building Commission in order to be the Nominated Supervisor of Belong Blue Mountains licence
Current National Criminal History Clearance and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Current Driver's Licence and First Aid Certificate (desirable).
Desirable Criteria:
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards and the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework and AS1428.1 : 2021.
Minimum of 3+ years' experience in a management or supervisory role within the aged care, disability, or community services sector or similar is desirable.
What we can offer
Company trade ute and fuel card, All tools and equipment
Flexible working environment, ongoing training and education
Salary Packaging (lowers your taxable income and increases your take home pay)
A fulfilling role with the opportunity to make a direct impact in the community
Important Information
Please download the full Position Description via the link below
Applications are to be submitted online via the button below
Please ensure your application includes your resume and cover letter addressing each essential criteria separately, as listed in the position description in writing
We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities to apply for this position
NDIS Worker Screening Check will be required prior to commencement
All enquiries will be treated confidentially. Belong Blue Mountains is committed to social justice
principles including EEO.
Please contact Jo Ridley, HR and Quality via email jridley@belongbm.org.au for more information.
