Employment Type - Permanent Full Time
Hours per fortnight - 80
Job Category - Management - Line - Non Clinical
Req Id - 8380
- Build your career with Victoria’s largest regional health service
- Join a supportive, high-performing team making a real community impact
- Permanent full-time role | 80 hours per fortnight | ADOs, 5 weeks leave & salary packaging
About the role
We are seeking a highly capable and experienced professional to oversee the safe, efficient and compliant operation of Barwon Health’s infrastructure, fleet and facilities. This role is responsible for the end-to-end management of asset lifecycles across a diverse portfolio, including buildings, plant and equipment, medical and non-medical appliances, roads, pathways, drainage, grounds and vehicles.
You will lead the development, implementation and ongoing management of the Barwon Health Asset Management Plan and Asset Register, ensuring accurate asset data, condition reporting and lifecycle costing to support informed decision-making and long-term planning.
A key aspect of the role includes coordinating procurement and tender processes for Facilities & Engineering services, as well as developing business cases, grant submissions and funding applications to support asset renewal and infrastructure improvements. You will also oversee fleet management and car parking services across the organisation, ensuring these services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with organisational requirements.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, safety and sustainability of Barwon Health’s essential infrastructure and support services.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of asset management, maintenance and operational strategies to ensure safe, reliable and compliant infrastructure and services across all sites.
- Oversee lifecycle management of assets, including planning, maintenance programs, condition monitoring and performance optimisation to maximise asset reliability, safety and value.
- Manage asset-related budgeting, financial planning, reporting and business case development to support informed investment decisions and long-term asset sustainability.
- Provide specialist advice and leadership in project delivery, capital works, procurement and contractor management, ensuring alignment with organisational and operational requirements.
- Lead compliance, risk management and operational governance activities, including legislative requirements, emergency planning, business continuity and stakeholder engagement to ensure continuity of services.
What we’re looking for
- Relevant trade or tertiary qualification in Asset Management, Engineering, Risk Management or a related discipline, with demonstrated capability in a similar role.
- Extensive experience in facilities management, building services, asset maintenance and infrastructure replacement within complex, large-scale environments.
- Strong knowledge of engineering/building systems, maintenance practices, occupational health and safety legislation, and relevant employment and industrial agreements.
- Proven experience leading and managing multidisciplinary teams and contractors, with the ability to effectively engage and communicate with stakeholders across all levels and professions.
- Experience in asset lifecycle management, maintenance planning and delivery within environments involving large asset portfolios and programmed maintenance schedules (health sector experience highly regarded).
Position Description
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
Barwon Health staff benefits
- Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Extensive professional development opportunities
- Attractive salary packaging benefits
- Living expenses capped at $9,010
- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click Here
Diversity and Inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child Safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]
All appointments are subject to:
- Satisfactory Police Record Check
- Immunisation Status Clearance
- Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Contact person: Sean Wride
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0407 500 408
Application closing date: 8th July 2026
Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.
