About VenuesWest
At VenuesWest our vision is to be Australia’s leading provider of sport and entertainment venues and precincts. We take pride in owning and/or operating 14 of Western Australia’s major sporting and entertainment venues. We play an extremely important role in the lives of Western Australians by offering opportunities for those pursuing elite sport, a range of options for individuals or families choosing to live healthy, active lifestyles and a variety of entertainment experiences for everyone.
Our Commitment to Workplace Diversity
VenuesWest maintains a working environment that is free from discrimination in accordance with Equal Opportunity legislation. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Our goal is to increase the representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, women in leadership, youth and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in our workforce. Sections of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 for measures to achieve equality will be applied to this process.
Candidates from these backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply for this vacancy and to identify themselves through the application questions.
This advertisement may be requested in other formats including Word, PDF, and large format by contacting People and Culture on (08) 9441 8362.
About the Role
VenuesWest is seeking a facilities professional with experience in facilities and asset works to manage the implementation of maintenance programs. They will also coordinate strategic asset management and facilities planning relative to the Building Condition Assessment (BCA) Registers as it relates to VenuesWest assets to maximise positive industry and community venue experiences and to ensure compliance with relevant standards, codes, regulations and legislation.
We are establishing a recruitment pool for positions that may become available across our venues over the next 12 months. We currently have one full-time, permanent opportunity based at HBF Stadium Mount Claremont or HBF Park Perth, however mobility will be required between the portfolio of facilities at any time. The role also requires you to be part of an on-call roster for after-hours emergency support.
What We Offer
Working with VenuesWest comes with a number of benefits:
- A free membership to our gym and aquatic centres
- Access to staff fitness classes
- Access to free counselling for employees and their immediate families through our Employment Assistance Provider
- Payment for re-qualification for essential qualifications and certifications
- Access to salary packaging arrangements
- A fantastic social club and culture program with lots of activities
- Optical reimbursements for office-based staff (after 12 months employment)
- Annual flu vaccinations
- 50% discount on kid’s programs
- Corporate health insurance discounts
- A comprehensive learning and development program
- Free on-site parking
- Sponsorship for participation in community, sporting and charity events
About the Person
To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience and sound technical knowledge in facilities and building operations, asset planning, maintenance and contract management. Your experience will further focus on supervising a team of trade-persons/contractors; preparation of scopes of works and contract management; and experience in the implementation of effective resource management.
In addition, you will demonstrate initiative to think outside the box to improve systems and meet targets, have strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks occurring simultaneously and respond to change.
For any further job-related information please contact Chris Dark on (08) 9441 8358.
For information on VenuesWest and its venues please visit our website www.venueswest.wa.gov.au
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, you must provide:
- copy of your current resume and
- cover letter detailing your skills and experience which demonstrate how you meet the following essential capability in the context of this position:
- Previous relevant experience and sound technical knowledge in facilities and building operations, asset planning, maintenance and contract management, including:
- Previous experience supervising a team of trade-persons/contractors
- Understanding of energy and utility management and evaluation of building performance
- Experience in the implementation of effective resource management
A full copy of the Job Description is available as a PDF below, which includes a complete list of the capabilities required to fulfil this role.
Please submit your application by clicking on the ‘Apply for Job’ button below. A step by step guide to applying online is available in pdf format below to assist you in this process.
For application assistance please contact People and Culture on (08) 9441 8362.
Employment Screening
To be eligible for employment with VenuesWest you must have the following at the time of commencement:
- Right to Work in Australia for the duration of the employment contract
- National Police Clearance
- Current WA Drivers Licence (C Class minimum)
- Enter and Work in Confined Spaces (RIIWHS202D); or capacity to obtain within 3 months of commencement
- Work Safely At Heights (RIIWHS204D); or capacity to obtain within 3 months of commencement
- WA Construction Industry White Card (Work Safely in the Construction Industry); or capacity to obtain within 1 month of commencement
- Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Certificate; or capacity to obtain within 3 months of commencement
Please note that the appointee will bear the costs associated with the abovementioned eligibility requirements.
Future Appointments
Applicants who are found suitable, but not recommended for the vacancy, may be considered for subsequent vacancies in accordance with the Commissioner’s Instructions No's 2 and 39.
