About Us:

At Aruma, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusivity. Our mission is to defend human rights and create a world where every individual is treated with dignity and respect. We're committed to building a team that reflects the rich tapestry of humanity.

People love to work at Aruma because they get the satisfaction of knowing they are Supporting people to live a great life, the life they want, the life they choose. Aruma is BRAVE. That's what makes us a trailblazer, being part of our team means you need to meet our BRAVE behaviours (Bold, Respectful, Authentic, Value Teamwork, Excellent).

We strongly encourage candidates with a disability to apply. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and experiences in driving meaningful change and advancing human rights for all.

About the role:

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for enhancing customer experiences through effective facilities management? Aruma is looking for a Head of Facilities and Project Management to oversee our national property portfolio and drive capital and development projects. In this crucial role, you'll be responsible for the ongoing management of our properties, ensuring they are safe, accessible, and well-maintained, while leading a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality support to our customers.

You will coordinate operational and maintenance activities, manage commercial arrangements with property providers and engage with third-party contractors to implement our development strategy. A deep understanding of risk and compliance across various asset classes is essential, as you will play a key role in improving strategic asset management and operational efficiencies, ensuring our facilities meet the highest standards.

Success in this position requires a commitment to person-centred approaches, demonstrated effective leadership skills and the ability to establish strong governance frameworks. You will be instrumental in optimising sustainability and return on investment by implementing a Strategic Asset Life Cycle Management framework and leveraging data and technology to enhance processes.

In addition to overseeing day-to-day operations, you will actively monitor supplier performance, manage project governance and ensure that all projects are delivered on time and within budget. Your expertise will also extend to fostering a customer-centric culture within the team and collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders.

Join us in delivering quality services that truly make a difference in the lives of those we support.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Drive Meaningful Impact: Oversee Aruma's national property portfolio, ensuring our facilities are safe, accessible and well maintained, directly enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities we serve.

Cultivate a Culture of Excellence: Lead a passionate Facilities Management team, inspiring them to embrace innovation and best practices while nurturing an environment that prioritises customer service and collaboration.

Shape Innovative Solutions: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver capital and development projects, leveraging your expertise to implement best practices and enhance the overall customer experience across Aruma's property assets.

Benefits of working with Aruma!

Salary Packaging: Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free.
Fitness Passport: Access to subsidised Gym membership
Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential service including Money Assist, Legal Assist, Family Assist and Nutrition/Lifestyle Assist.
Discounted Health Insurance: Access to a range of discounted health and wellness services through Bupa.
Recognition & Rewards: Recognition for your hard work through BRAVE Reviews and our annual BRAVE Awards night
Job Satisfaction: Through making a real difference in peoples’ lives within a values-driven organisation.

About You:

MBA or Bachelor’s level qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience (15+ years) in the management of a large portfolio of commercial and residential properties, managing procurement, supply chain contractor management, risk and compliance.
Demonstrated success developing and aligning operational facilities management practices and policies with regulatory framework
Comprehensive knowledge of contract management, and experience providing advice on complex property, project and development issues
Experience developing strategic asset management plans aligned to business objectives
Experience delivering a program of property development/construction projects and ensuring tracking of critical milestones and reporting
Demonstrated ability to deliver on strategic and operational deliverables with a diverse customer and stakeholder base; whilst maintaining high quality service standards
Ability to partner effectively with internal and external expertise to achieve value-based outcomes
Ability to work under pressure, set personal workload priorities, and plan effectively to meet challenging deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal skills for influencing stakeholders, and building effective working relationships at a senior level
Excellent written communication skills to enable preparation of high-level reports and correspondence
Experience with project management principles and systems
Experience in leading a small team
Understanding of the Disability Service sector.
Sound Microsoft Office skills.
A current Australian driver’s license, good driving record and the ability to travel intra or interstate
Hold current or willingness to obtain relevant regulatory requirements (as per role and/or State).

Ready to make a change? Apply Now!

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre-employment probity checks. We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised date.

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