Facilities/OHS Manager
1 month ago
Role
· This role is at Footscray Primary School, with the potential to extend to or at Dinjerra Primary School. The workdays have some flexibility and can be discussed with the successful applicant.
We have beautiful Bluestone buildings with heritage overlay over the front half of our school. Works are being undertaken to complete all Priority 2 work identified in our last Rolling Facilities Evaluation. These buildings require ongoing love from someone who appreciates their beauty and importance as much as we do.
· In 2022, we had a major capital works project and as a result much of our grounds are very new and require only basic upkeep and maintenance. We are looking for someone who will love our school as much as us, and will work hard to ensure our buildings and grounds are at their best and meeting OHS compliance requirements.
· The successful applicant will work closely with the administrative team and the Assistant Principal to prioritise tasks and collaboratively manage projects. Training on specific components of OHS and the Asset Information Management System can be organised as required.
Responsibilities
Undertake maintenance and repairs of general nature; clearing drains, replacing globes, general carpentry, painting, furniture repairs, maintenance of fixtures and fittings General grounds maintenance in line with OHS compliance requirements; monitoring of mulch, tree safety, secure fencing and safety measures, Coordinate, induct, and assist contractors Management of AIMS (Asset Information Management System) for facilities and maintenance related tasks and compliance Organise and manage the maintenance/facilities related deliveries Coordination and collation of termly workplace inspections Monitor and record when new hazardous chemicals and/or dangerous goods are introduced into the school. Update and display Safe Work Procedure documents across the school Maintain general cleanliness of the school grounds Oversee safe furniture relocation and organisation between years Organise and maintain safe and orderly storage of unused furniture and equipment in school storage containers Conduct regular inspections of high use areas such as playgrounds, grassed areas, and toilets
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see ).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
DE Values
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
Conditions of Employment
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at
Location Profile
FPS Location Profile 2024
Footscray Primary School is a Foundation to Year 6 school that has served the local community for 162 years. Located in Melbourne¿s inner west, we are proud of our strong community connections and global outlook. More than 30 cultures and a variety of socio-economic dynamics are represented within the school¿s population of approximately 340 students. We believe this diversity provides rich and authentic opportunities for our students to develop empathy, understanding and open-mindedness.
Our community values are showcased through initiatives such as the All Aboard project, which aims to ensure every student can attend excursions, participate in all school activities and wear appropriate uniform regardless of their financial background, and our strong focus on student wellbeing, which builds empathy and emotional intelligence. We value our parents as partners and come together as a community often through events organised by the FPS social club. We have an active public Facebook page where we showcase achievements and connect informally as a school community.
Footscray Primary School's central purpose is Learning for Living. We offer an inquiry-based curriculum through the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (PYP), underpinned by the Victorian Curriculum. Through the PYP, we provide opportunities for our students to understand essential concepts, skills, knowledge and attitudes that will enable them to be life-long learners in our ever-changing world.
Footscray Primary School is a Designated Bilingual Program school and we value the many benefits of language learning. In 2021, we introduced an Italian Bilingual program. Commencing with Foundation and Year 1 students in 2021 and continuing with each new cohort following, students learn 50% of the Victorian Curriculum in Italian and 50% in English. In 2024, our Year 5-6 students will learn Italian language one hour a week.
Footscray Primary School is a proud member of the Footscray Learning Precinct. The precinct is championing excellence in learning and teaching at all stages of education, building upon the richness and diversity of the community and provides opportunities for learning in new ways. We enjoy a strong collaborative partnership with Footscray High, Footscray City PS, and Victoria University to ensure we are continually working towards improved outcomes for our learners.We are also proud to be a part of the Graduate Pilot Program.This program provides additional time release and mentoring support to our early career teachers.
Our community aims to ensure that every school experience is positive and respectful and we are guided by Respectful Relationships and School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS). We celebrate diversity and believe a sense of belonging and inclusion are fundamental to children¿s learning and ability to fully participate in life at school and beyond. We believe that all children have the right to learn and feel safe.
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