Facilities Maintenance Assistant

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2 POSITION DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE Facilities Maintenance Assistant BUSINESS UNIT REPORTING TO LOCATION Finance and Infrastructure Facilities Manager Nirimba plus travel to other campuses DATE August 2013 CLASSIFICATION 3 PURPOSE OF THE POSITION To support the Facilities team in the handling of all day to day operational requirements of a Facilities and/or Maintenance nature across a large multi site College environment. Ensure all College facilities are fit for purpose, well maintained, and create a clean and inviting environment for UWSCollege students, staff and visitors. ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT UWSCollege Pty Limited is a not-for-profit company, wholly-owned by the University of Western Sydney. The College was created to provide academic pathways to the University, complemented by English language and other professional programs for Australian and International students. Created in 2006, the College has its antecedents in English language and Foundation studies programs offered by various University Schools and entities since the 1980s. UWSCollege is divided into two broad operational areas: Teaching and Learning which is responsible for the delivery of our various programs, and Support Services which provides the planning capability and support services to our educational mission. Within these broad divisions are five business units: 1. Academic Pathways 2. English Language Programs 3. Widening Participation and Professional & Community Programs 4. College Registrar 5. Corporate Services UWSCollege operates across a number of campuses in Greater Western Sydney. English Language Programs and VETAB Programs are offered from the UWS Westmead campus; Academic Pathways programs are available on the Nirimba Education Precinct at Quakers Hill, at our Westmead and Bankstown campuses, and at our Outreach campus. English Language Programs will be available at Bankstown from

3 CONSTRAINT/AUTHORITY LEVEL The position operates in accordance with UWSCollege policies, and the requirements of relevant legislation, awards and agreements. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES This program will be delivered by UWSCollege, which is wholly-owned and controlled by the University of Western Sydney. Attend to Facilities, Maintenance, Services and Accommodation requests (e.g. teaching space, student recreational space, office space, facilities) Responsible for assisting in preventative and reactive maintenance, e.g. Logging, maintenance jobs through UWS s CW&F team, and monitoring progress of work requests, hands on physical maintenance including moving of furniture and room setups Regularly audit, monitor, and respond to requests pertaining to repairs and services Carry out electrical testing and tagging and maintain register Under direction, liaise with the University s Capital Works and Facilities staff to ensure the College is well maintained and fit for purpose (including cleaners, grounds, HVAC, logistics, security) In accordance with policies and procedures, source quotes for purchases and coordinate the installation / setup of new equipment Assist in ongoing UWSC staff parking arrangements, parking permit allocations and maintain register Assist Facilities Manager and Coordinator on projects SELECTION CRITERIA 1. Demonstrated experience working in a Facilities, Maintenance or Handyman role in a hands-on capacity within a corporate or education environment. 2. Demonstrated communication skills and a proactive, client-focused approach to Facilities Maintenance. 3. Competency in computer skills and ability to use standard desktop software (Windows & Outlook, Word, Excel, Access). 4. Demonstrated problem solving, prioritization and time management skills. 5. Experience working within a WHS Regulatory environment. 6. Knowledge of HVAC systems including BMS systems. 7. Electrical Testing and Tagging qualification or a willingness to obtain. 8. Current drivers license Class C. 2

4 POSITION DIMENSIONS Work Health and Safety Statement The position is required to cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the College and take all reasonable care to ensure actions do not impact on the health and safety of staff and visitors to the company. Equal Employment Opportunity Ensure that the principles of equal employment opportunities are implemented promoted and adhered to, in order to comply with the College policy. RELATIONSHIPS Developing and maintaining effective relationships within the College, UWS and the broader political/education/business sector are crucial to the position. Key personnel include: Finance and Infrastructure staff specifically Project Managers charged with Capital Works related projects and IT staff UWSCollege staff and students UWS CWF and ITS staff Facilities staff of Precinct partners External contractors Onsite contractors Security, cleaners and grounds staff. CHALLENGES Key challenges for this role will be: Working in a fast passed dynamic workplace. Coordinating access to facilities without disrupting core business. Working across multiple sites and locations. Competing demands. 3

5 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT As the incumbent of this position, I have read the position description, understand its contents and agree to work in accordance with the requirements of the position. I understand and accept that I must also comply with the policies, procedures, guidelines and systems of UWSCollege. Signatories Name Signature Date Staff member Supervisor Reviews of this position description should occur at performance review. Any agreement to amend or alter this document will require it to be signed and dated as a new document. 4