Introduction:
About the College:
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) is the leading standards body responsible for the training and education of specialists and GP obstetricians in obstetrics and gynaecology in Australia and New Zealand.
RANZCOG is committed to the establishment and maintenance of the highest possible standards of practice in women's health and provides programs in training, accreditation and continuing professional development (CPD) that are responsive to the evolving health care needs of women.
RANZCOG supports research into women's health and act as an advocate for women's healthcare by forging productive relationships with individuals, the community and professional organisations, both locally and internationally.
Description:
Te Whiwhinga Mahi | The Opportunity
Key Responsibilities:
- Day-to-day maintenance of RANZCOG buildings and office environments in accordance with legislative and OH&S requirements.
- Coordination of contractors to ensure facilities are functioning and well maintained, observing regular services (electrical, mechanical, fire services, plumbing, etc.) for Hard Services/Scheduled Maintenance.
- Coordination and oversight of inspections, checks, and testing of equipment necessary to ensure that the building's equipment is in proper working order and complies with the requirements of the equipment manual.
- Management of security systems, equipment, and access for staff, members, contractors, and visitors.
- Management of maintenance and service contracts, negotiating favourable pricing and service level agreements.
- Development and maintenance of facilities and relevant OH&S policies and procedures.
- Providing support for core College activities through room setups and pack-downs, as well as the relocation of equipment and furniture.
- General office tidying, including gardening, indoor plant maintenance, and maintaining general office areas such as kitchens and meal areas.
- Supporting onsite College events as required.
Skills and Experiences:
Ko wai koe | About you - Key Selection Criteria
- Demonstrated experience in building management and/or maintenance is highly desirable.
- A trade qualification would be advantageous.
- Sound knowledge of building services/operations with a focus on compliance.
- Experience in coordinating contractors.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Sound administrative skills, particularly with respect to accuracy and attention to detail.
- IT proficiency, including familiarity with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
- A can-do, positive, and flexible approach to work.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
As an ideal candidate you will have completed:
- Certificate IV in Building and Construction or a similar qualification.
- First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
- Emergency Warden Certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Test and Tag Certification (or willingness to obtain).
Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return
Working at RANZCOG means enjoying a strong sense of purpose and engaging in meaningful work every day. Some of our benefits include:
- Salary packaging
- Flexible and hybrid working conditions
- A range of leave options for all that life throws at you
- Commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and diversity
We are proud to be an accredited Great Place to Work in 2024, with a score of 91%! We are also recognised as a Work 180 Employer of Choice for Women since 2022 and recently ranked in the top 101 Workplaces for Women across Australia. You can find out more about all of our accreditations on our website!
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces and celebrates the differences and similarities within our staff, trainee, and member workforce.
We encourage applications from First Nations, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent peoples; as well as parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith.
Feel like you don’t meet all the requirements for this role? Studies have shown that women and ethnic minorities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you are interested in this role but feel your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at the College.
Please visit our Careers at RANZCOG webpage for more information on our benefits, candidate support and to get an idea of what our recruitment process is like.
TO APPLY: When submitting your application, please include your current CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. You can view the Position Description here or by visiting the College vacancies list on our website.
Applications Close: 3 February 2025 at 11:59 PM (AEST/AEDT). Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be shortlisted when they are received, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.
RANZCOG acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters and communities across Australia, on which our staff live and work, and to their Elders, past, present and future. Sovereignty has never been ceded. It always was and always will be, Aboriginal land.
RANZCOG recognises the special status of Māori as tangata whenua in Aotearoa New Zealand and is committed to meeting its obligations as Te Tiriti o Waitangi partners.
