Property And Maintenance Manager

College Overview

Emmaus Christian College is an independent, non-denominational Christian school. We provide high quality Christian education to children and young people who are from Christian families that are actively involved in their local church and other families who fully support the involvement of their children in the Christian teaching, life and expression of the school.

Emmaus Christian College is one school, two campuses. The Brooklyn Park Campus caters for ELC to Year 6. The South Plympton Campus caters for Foundation to Year 12.

Both campuses offer a seamless pathway to Year 12 where children who have been offered a Foundation to Year 6 position at Brooklyn Park, have at the end of Year 6, a guaranteed entry into Year 7 at the South Plympton campus.

At Emmaus Christian College we want our students to:

Belong  – to know others and be known
Flourish  – to discover and grow into who they are in Christ
Think  – to build their knowledge, apply their skills and discern the truth
Respond  – to respond to the call of God in their lives
Key Purpose

The Property and Maintenance Manager develops and maintains an agreed standard of presentation and function of the College buildings, grounds and equipment that provide a safe environment for the College community. The role reports to the Head of Business Services and is supported by Property and Maintenance staff and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and improve the function and safety of school buildings and equipment through providing a responsive and efficient service.

Accountable for a well-planned and organised property management function across the College.

Manage capital works programmes and projects.

Provide a secure and safe environment for the College community.

Oversee the bus fleet and general transportation service to the College.

Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace.

Attend professional development and training required by the College, and actively seek and engage in opportunities to increase knowledge, experience and skills held.

For further information, please view the position description available on our website

Education, Experience and Skills

Driver’s License LR or greater, accompanied by a good driving record

Bus driver accreditation (arranged by College if not held)

Experience with Microsoft Office computer applications

Knowledge of project management and contract management practices

Ability to understand and operate machinery and equipment relative to building maintenance

General knowledge of electrical, plumbing and general trade maintenance

Knowledge of security procedures and emergency services

Staff supervision experience

Working With Children Check

Current approved first-aid qualification (arranged by College if not held)

Selection Criteria

Be a committed Christian with a strong passion for Biblically-based Christian education.

Demonstrate knowledge in grounds/maintenance management and hold relevant qualifications in Facilities management and/or significant tradesman or maintenance experience.

Ability to work according to budget, timeframes, policies, and procedures across multiple tasks and projects.

A proactive and positive attitude and approach to problem solving, coordination of tasks, leadership and building relationships.

Ability to lift and manipulate equipment and perform manual work.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to communicate with high attention to detail and build and strengthen relationships with staff and external trades and contractors.

Demonstrated significant Project Management and team leadership experience highly regarded.

What can we offer?

Distinctly Christian organisation with a unified mission for Christian Education

Staff members receive discount on student fees

Staff team building day and professional development opportunities

Onsite canteen and complimentary staff lunches throughout the year

Submitting Your Application

Closing Date:  9:00am, Monday 20 February

Applicants should provide:

A written application that addresses the selection criteria outlined in the position description, available on our website at 

Curriculum Vitae which provides full personal details, qualifications, previous employment and experience.

A completed ‘Application for Non-Teaching Position Form’ available on our website at 

Application submissions must be sent to and include all three documents to be considered.

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact Human Resources on 8292 3888 or email .