Operations Officer

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Join our Campus Assets team. Full-time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus. $94,050 salary + 17% super and staff benefits. About The Role The Operations Officer supports the Operations Supervisor in the day-to-day coordination and oversight of trade, grounds, and engineering maintenance contractors across Swinburne University of Technology. The role requires the ability to: Work independently with minimal supervision across all campuses. Interpret and apply existing policies to day-to-day tasks. Use industry knowledge, analytical capability, and strong problem-solving skills to inform decisions. Adapt methods and practices to ensure buildings and facilities meet all code and statutory requirements, maintaining a safe and dependable environment. Deliver minor works programs for Swinburne’s infrastructure assets. Undertake occasional hands‑on tasks when required. About You Extensive operational experience in a large multi‑faceted organisation with proven ability in facility maintenance services supervising human and physical resources. Working knowledge of current OHS building, essential services, and related regulations. Ability to prioritise work requirements and to lead, direct and motivate technical, contractors and professional persons. Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills including report writing. Ability to identify and consider technical problems in order to resolve in a timely and cost-effective manner. Knowledge of computerized/automated building management systems, fire panels and work request systems. A trade background in either Building Fabric, HVAC, Electrical, ESM would be ideal. About Swinburne University Of Technology Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research. What We Offer You Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle. Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers. Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions. To Apply Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position. To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on Applications Close Wednesday 26 November. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Swinburne has become a world‑class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual‑sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world. Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership. We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact or call +61 . General enquiries about the role can be sent to (general enquiries will not be answered by phone). Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes. As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates. As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant. Spam or duplicate listings removed for clarity and focus. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries Higher Education #J-18808-Ljbffr