Manager, Asset Contracts

About us Established in 1840, we are Australia’s first wellbeing company, delivering health, wealth and care services for our members and the community. As a social enterprise, we’re motivated by our purpose to positively impact the wellbeing of millions. We reinvest profits to deliver products and services sustainably that matter most to our members, customers and the Australian community. For us, Real Wellbeing encompasses the whole experience of life. It’s about feeling supported in your health, connected with your community and empowered to live life on your terms. Your New Role Looks Like This : As the Manager of Assets Contracts & Compliance, you'll be at the helm of overseeing an array of preventative and reactive maintenance and capital works contracts across Australian Unity’s retirement communities and residential aged care portfolio. You'll ensure that contractors, suppliers, and consultants not only meet compliance standards but also deliver exceptional results with remarkable efficiency. You'll take charge of the essential services compliance program, orchestrating efforts with external contractors, consultants, and agencies to uphold the highest standards of service and safety. This role promises to be both challenging and rewarding, offering a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of many. Key Responsibilities Include : Working with our external SME and contractors to ensure all essential services PPM and reactive tasks are being undertaken in a timely manner and elevate as required. Ensure that all annual ESM certification has been completed as per KPIs and standards. Procure contractors and suppliers within discipline(s) by undertaking preparation of scopes, managing procurement processes and technical documentation Formally engage contractors using the approved form of contract (working with the Legal team in relation to any departures) and ensure all services are conducted under the appropriate form of agreement Establish protocols for and monitoring the use of existing maintenance contractors on site (including scheduling future tender processes) Work with the Manager, Maintenance Program Delivery to coordinate activities and tasks associated with the development of annual preventative (scheduled) maintenance tasks Work with the Manager, Capital Works, to oversee and manage the engagement of external contractors in the delivery of maintenance, community refurbishment and capital replacement projects Work with the Coordinator, Asset Management to : Ensure all contractors are appropriately compliance-checked via Minduna and Rapid Global Manage document control of contractors who support the preventative maintenance program, including training registers, SWMS, etc Manage the system and processing of service records, matching service records to vendor invoices and cost coding of vendor invoices Develop reporting showing performance targets (preventative maintenance schedule), including analysing work data and the program information, preparing contractor performance assessments, updating contracts and programs and preparing requests for information (RFI). About You : At least 5 years experience in the property sector with a preferred bias towards property-related Essential Services Maintenance (ESM) and contract management Experience within the seniors living sector will be highly regarded Thorough understanding of procurement practices and analysis Strong document management skills Proven experience in developing document and compliance management systems / processes Sound knowledge of building methodologies and practices Sound knowledge of budget / cost control Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop and strengthen relationships What’s on Offer : You will enjoy a range of great employee benefits and rewards including : Competitive salary + bonus program Enjoy additional yearly Well-Being and Community leave days 14-week paid parental leave, with equal benefit for both parents Employee Referral Program Employee Assistance Program – support and assistance for you and your partner at those times in life when you need it most Maxxia Rewards - a great range of discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants. Discounts across the Australian Unity business including Private Health Insurance, General Insurance + more Available access to LinkedIn Learning courses through our great Learning platform For further benefits visit : https : / / / careers / culture Australian Unity is an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and, mature aged people. #J-18808-Ljbffr