Property Partner About Us At Catholic Schools Broken Bay, our Vision is to provide Authentic, professional Catholic education, delivered with care and compassion. The Vision underpins our exciting and robust Towards 2025 Strategy which places students at the centre of everything we do, and which brings schools and parishes together to work as one. Covering an expansive geographical area which includes the Central Coast, Sydney's Northern Beaches and North Shore, Catholic Schools Broken Bay is a system serving 45 Catholic Schools with around 17,000 students from Kindergarten to Year 12. About the Role We are currently seeking a Property Partner to join our Facilities Workstream. The ideal applicant is commercially minded and a collaborative individual. This is a permanent, full-time role based at our head office in Pennant Hills, with expectations to travel to various schools across our Diocese. Reporting to the Asset Manager and partnering with school leaders, you will manage various property projects from planning to implementation stages including repairs and maintenance and compliance. This role will contribute quality project delivery skills to ensure CSBB schools and office spaces reflect our commitment to offering contemporary learning environments that support student engagement and achievement. In addition, the Property Partner must have the ability to cost-effectively manage significant maintenance and repairs work in CSBB schools and offices. Key Responsibilities Plans and manages the implementation of minor capital works safely, efficiently and satisfies budget, quality, and program expectations. Applies best practice principles to project management, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and/or legislation. Responds to and follows up all stakeholder queries, requests for maintenance and status of approved works in a timely manner. Undertakes school site visits to scope school needs, ensure the Principal is supported in managing property projects and external party requirements are met. Provides accurate reporting and documentation to meet deadlines pertaining to facilities work and longer-term projects. Manages stakeholder engagement, expectations and communication with local councils and authorities, schools and local communities to develop and maintain collaborative and productive relationships. Ensures the credentials of contractors are registered and secures references. Provides technical construction and project management advice to colleagues and prepares documentation to support potential works. Works collaboratively with peers in the Facilities and Procurement team to continuously improve design standards to meet ongoing CSBB operational needs. Provides advice as required and support preparatory work relating to NSW Catholic Block Grant Authority (CBGA) submissions. Assists in developing strategies to continually improve CSBB and schools' shared responsibilities to ensure school facilities are maintained to be safe and optimal learning and teaching environments adequate for the courses of study and student cohort numbers. Works within the team to ensure smooth transition of new assets for ongoing maintenance in accordance with relevant legislation and maintenance planning. As required, works on-site at schools to support Principals in managing property projects. Specific Criteria Tertiary qualifications in Project Management or related discipline and demonstrated professional experience in facilities management. Has a valid WWCC (or willingness to obtain). Holds a NSW Work Cover White Card. Understanding of WHS legislation and regulations. Current NSW driver's licence (and own car required) as there is an expectation that travel is required across the geographic span of the Diocese. Demonstrated ability to engage and liaise with professionals working with building disciplines. Experience in working in the construction, property management or property maintenance environment with a focus on delivering projects. Demonstrated planning, organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple and concurrent projects/tasks. Has outstanding skills in stakeholder engagement and management. Strong governance and reporting experience. Demonstrated management of risk to deliver projects on time, within budget, within scope and with high quality outcomes. Demonstrates a strong work ethic with a genuine passion for working with the customer in mind to serve their needs and requirements. Maintains a degree of independence to develop a suitable approach in managing workload. Knows and adheres to legislation, guidelines and organisational policies and procedures in all relevant areas of work. Has a keen eye for detail to deliver consistently accurate and informed written and verbal communications suitable for the receiving audience. Is energised by working in a fast-paced environment. Is adaptive and responsive to change and can adapt to working under pressure and re-prioritising tasks. Can manage competing priorities and the sensitivities of others to deliver high quality work. Benefits of Working with Us Competitive salary on offer (circa 123 K + super). Free onsite parking or public transport close by. 25% School Fee Discount for eligible employees. Annual leave loading and ex-gratia leave at Christmas time. Work from home 1 day a week. Salary Packaging for eligible employees. Application Process Applications should include: A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing why you are interested in the role and addressing each of the Key Requirements listed above; and A current resume. Closing Date: COB, 28th November 2024 Agencies, please note that unsolicited resumes for these positions will not be considered. Catholic Schools Broken Bay promotes a culture of safety and care for children and young people. The Diocesan Office for Safeguarding Charter provides overarching principles that ensure children and young people are at the centre of the work we do and that every child and young person is encouraged to have a voice and participate in their community to their fullest potential. All employees must be aware of the Diocesan Office for Safeguarding Charter and be committed to organisational child safe standards and practice. Successful applicants for child-related roles must meet the requirements of the Working with Children Check. #J-18808-Ljbffr