Supervisor - Facilities/Mtce

Supervisor - Facilities/Maintenance 

• Permanent Full Time 
• $67,978 per annum + super

About Us

The Rural City of Wangaratta is a progressive and dynamic organisation that is dedicated to supporting its staff and providing high-quality services to the community. Located in the heart of Victoria’s high country, we offer a unique lifestyle with access to beautiful natural landscapes, outdoor activities, and a close-knit community. With excellent connections to nearby cities, snowfields, the bush, and a regional airport, Wangaratta is the ideal place to work, live, and play.

About the role

We're looking for a hands-on and reliable Facilities Supervisor to lead our cleaning team and maintain the Rural City of Wangaratta’s public spaces to the highest standards. This role is perfect for someone who takes pride in their work, has a sharp eye for detail, and thrives in a team leadership role.

As the Supervisor – Facilities / Maintenance, you’ll be responsible for coordinating daily cleaning operations, supervising staff, ensuring facility readiness for community bookings, and carrying out light maintenance tasks. You’ll also be expected to work independently, manage schedules, and keep accurate records.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise, train, and support cleaners including weekend and relief staff
• Ensure all public facilities are cleaned to council standards and ready for public use
• Monitor bookings and coordinate access for facility users
• Identify and report maintenance issues; perform minor on-the-spot repairs
• Operate cleaning equipment safely and effectively
• Maintain stock levels of cleaning materials and manage reordering
• Accurately complete work diaries, timesheets, and inspection records

What You’ll Bring:

• Extensive cleaning experience in a public or commercial setting
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage rosters, schedules, and day-to-day operations
• Confidence working independently and using initiative
• Basic computer skills and record-keeping ability
• A valid Driver’s Licence (essential)
• First Aid Certificate (preferred)

Why work for Rural City of Wangaratta?

As a team member of Rural City of Wangaratta, you will gain access to a range of exciting benefits, including:

• Being part of an inclusive, supportive, and dynamic team.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to support you in achieving your career goals.
• Flexible employment options to ensure you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Corporate benefits, including flu injections, reduced gym membership, amongst others.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for ongoing mental health and wellbeing support.

For further enquiries about this position should be directed to Troy Metzner, Operations Coordinator - t.metzner@wangaratta.vic.gov.au. 

Applications close Monday at 3pm on 28th April 2025, although the right candidate may be appointed earlier.

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer.  Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.  In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children.  These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check. 

When submitting your application, you will need to include:

• Your current contact details;
• A cover letter to your application. This document is an introduction to your application and will generally include an outline as to why you have applied for the role;
• A current resume with a minimum of two current referees;
• A letter stating how you meet the key selection criteria, providing evidence that clearly demonstrates what you have achieved in relation to the position. It is helpful to use each selection criteria as a heading and then explain how your skills and experience meet that criterion; and
• Copies of any relevant qualifications or licence.