Property and Asset Lead | Melbourne - CBD

Job Description

Our purpose is to keep Victorians energy safe and ensure energy is used confidently. Through education, regulation and enforcement, we work to ensure that energy safety, supply and efficiency are a priority in Victoria and something our customers can be confident in. Our people come from a wide range of professions with diverse skills and experience driving the success of Energy Safe Victoria.

About the opportunity 

We have an 9-month full-time opportunity for a Property and Asset Lead to join Energy Safe's Finance team.

You will contribute by:

• Meeting strategic directions through the coordination of the frameworks, systems and training for procurement, fleet management and facilities management
• Project managing any end-to-end office fit-out across Energy Safe's office.
• Developing and maintaining the facilities and physical asset management systems and the co-ordination and management of tenancy arrangements.
• Reviewing and negotiating facilities (including maintenance) and property contracts (including tenancy agreements) and service level agreements with contractors and service providers to ensure cost effective and efficient implementation of assets and services, including managing the procurement of these services consistent with Victorian government guidelines
• Ensure appropriate leadership and development of subordinate staff. Providing clear performance standards for team members, a high level of direction and management of team deliverables and provide professional development to staff.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with relevant external stakeholders, including fleet providers, base-building owners, landlords and property management organisations.
• Coordinate building maintenance activities to ensure that all building operations, services and work programs comply with relevant standards including building codes, security and risk management policy, health and safety legislation, emergency and fire response procedures.
• Reviewing the increasing operational security to ensure continuity of Energy Safe's operations during times of an emergency or crisis.
• Managing the Business Services budget in accordance with Energy Safe's finance policies and procedures, including regular and accurate reporting.

To be successful, you'll have: 

• Demonstrated experience in facilities management or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement and contract management, including negotiation skills and budget management.
• Demonstrated experience project managing an end-to-end office fit-out.
• Understanding of OH&S legislation, building codes, and emergency management codes of practice, with the ability to work in an environment with statutory obligations.
• Good understanding and/or experience in fleet management.
• Ability to work in a team environment and experience in leading a high performing team.
• Strong work ethic and ability to be flexible and adaptable

How to apply

Please refer to the available position description to assess your suitability and submit your current resume and cover letter via the Apply button. Applications will not be accepted via email.

Energy Safe will conduct relevant checks about applicants and the information provided with an application including reference checks and a satisfactory National Police Check.

Energy Safe Victoria values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our organisation and welcomes and celebrates diversity. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community that we are here to protect. We invite you to talk to us about any preferences or adjustments you may value or require to either the recruitment process or the role itself. If you identify as a person with disability, please let us know how we can provide additional support. 

For a confidential discussion, please contact Human Resources via humanresources@energysafe.vic.gov.au. 

Applications close at midnight Sunday 25 May 2025.  This advertisement may close prior to the closure date without notice, if a high volume of applications is received, therefore we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.