Yirara College is a Secondary Boarding College located in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, providing education and boarding for Aboriginal students from remote communities across Central Australia.
Guided by faith, respect and cultural understanding, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where young people can thrive academically, socially, spiritually and culturally.
About the Role
As Property Operations Supervisor, you will lead the coordination of maintenance and facilities services across the College and associated properties. You will oversee daily operations, supervise staff and contractors, coordinate maintenance programs, support asset management and contribute to the long-term functionality and presentation of College facilities.
The role includes occasional travel to remote locations, participation in an on-call roster and the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the ongoing improvement of the College environment.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Supervision
- Lead and supervise the Property and Facilities team.
- Coordinate daily work schedules, priorities and resources.
- Provide coaching, mentoring and technical guidance to team members.
- Act as delegated department leader in the absence of the Property Services and Facilities Manager.
Property & Facilities Operations
- Coordinate preventative, corrective and reactive maintenance programs.
- Ensure maintenance requests are prioritised and completed efficiently.
- Oversee fleet servicing, maintenance and compliance.
- Support grounds, landscaping and outdoor facility operations.
- Coordinate emergency and after-hours maintenance responses when required.
- Assist with planning and delivering major maintenance works during school holiday periods.
Contractor & Project Management
- Coordinate and supervise contractors and service providers.
- Monitor project quality, timelines, budgets and outcomes.
- Ensure contractors comply with WHS, child safety and legislative requirements.
- Assist with minor capital works, upgrades and refurbishment projects.
Asset & Compliance Management
- Support management of the College asset register.
- Monitor building, infrastructure and equipment performance.
- Coordinate servicing, inspections and compliance requirements.
- Assist with procurement, inventory management and operational planning.
Workplace Health & Safety
- Promote and maintain a strong safety culture.
- Conduct inspections, risk assessments and hazard management activities.
- Ensure safe work practices across all property and facilities operations.
- Assist with emergency preparedness and incident investigations.
About You
You are a practical and capable facilities or maintenance leader who enjoys balancing operational delivery with team leadership.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Demonstrated experience in facilities, property, maintenance and/or operational management
- Strong knowledge of building maintenance, asset management and facility operations.
- Sound understanding of Workplace Health and Safety requirements.
- Current unrestricted driver's licence.
- Trade qualification or relevant facilities/property management qualifications will be highly regarded
Role Requirements
- Ability to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card) and National Criminal History Check.
Why Join Yirara College?
- Opportunity to lead a diverse facilities operation.
- Supportive team environment.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Meaningful work contributing to student outcomes and community impact.
- Unique operational experience across College, accommodation and remote facilities.
Pay: $105,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
