- Lead the setup of new Montessori centres from completion to opening
- Oversee refurbishments and ensure safe, compliant learning environments
- Coordinate teams, contractors, and resources to deliver high-quality spaces
Are you an organised project manager who loves bringing new spaces to life?
Montessori Academy, established in 2000, is Australia's largest provider of Montessori early childhood education for children under six. With campuses across NSW/ACT, VIC, and China, we are a child-safe organisation committed to creating environments where both children and employees can thrive.
We are seeking a proactive Centre Set-Up Manager to lead the opening, acquisition, and refurbishment of our centres. Play a key role in delivering inspiring, safe, and operationally ready learning environments that reflect Montessori Academy's high standards.
About the Role
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will manage the end-to-end set-up of new Montessori Academy centres once construction has reached Project Completion (PC). You will coordinate the installation of furniture, equipment, and educational resources, ensuring each centre meets Montessori Academy standards and all regulatory requirements.
Working closely with Montessori Trainers, suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders, you will ensure centres are operationally ready for opening. You will also oversee cosmetic refurbishment projects across existing centres and manage Service Approval applications to support successful centre openings.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end set-up of new childcare centres following Project Completion.
- Coordinate the procurement and installation of furniture, equipment, and centre resources.
- Work closely with Montessori Trainers to source and implement Montessori educational materials.
- Prepare centres to meet regulatory requirements and submit Service Approval applications.
- Manage refurbishment projects across existing centres.
- Coordinate contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard.
- Conduct final quality inspections to ensure centres are operationally ready.
- Manage multiple projects while maintaining project timelines and quality standards.
- Travel to multiple centre locations as required.
About You
- Experience in project management, facilities management, centre openings, retail fit-outs, construction, or a similar project-based environment.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- High attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating across multiple teams.
- Current Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
- Current Australian Driver's Licence.
Application Requirements To support your application, please include:
- A current resume, and
- A short video cover letter (2–3 minutes) outlining:
- Why you are interested in this role
- Your relevant experience
- Why you believe you are a strong fit for the Centre Set-Up Manager position
Why Join Montessori Academy?
- Be part of Australia's leading Montessori early childhood organisation.
- Lead exciting new centre openings and refurbishment projects.
- Work within a supportive and collaborative Head Office team.
- Enjoy ongoing professional development and genuine career progression opportunities.
- Make a meaningful impact by creating inspiring learning environments where children can thrive.
If you're passionate about delivering high-quality projects and enjoy seeing new learning spaces come to life, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, simply click through to our application link. For more information or enquiries, please contact our HR team at
[email protected].
