Facilities Coordinator, Learning and Capability

Department of Justice and Community Safety

Melbourne VIC

Administrative Assistants (Administration and Office Support)

Government - State (Government and Defence)

Full time

97,955 to 111,142 per year

Great opportunity to join Youth Justice on a fixed-term basis in Werribee.

Oversee daily facilities operations, maintenance, and compliance to ensure safe, efficient, and well-maintained learning environments.

Ensure all infrastructure, equipment, and safety systems meet legislative, regulatory, and departmental standards.

Play a key role in creating positive, well-supported spaces that enhance learning outcomes and shape young people’s futures.

The Department of Justice and Community Safety (the department) is responsible for the statutory supervision of young people in the criminal justice system in Victoria focusing on prevention, diversion, and early intervention as the most effective and fiscally responsible ways of reducing youth crime.

The Youth Justice Learning and Capability team is part of the Transformation, Development and Capability business unit, responsible for transformation, learning and development to support employees. The team delivers training across Youth Justice Custody and Community areas, spanning induction training to refresher, upskilling and professional development training.

Learning and Capability’s purpose is to enable staff to grow their capabilities through quality learning and professional development services, to better serve our community.

The Opportunity

Fixed term, full-time position until June 30th 2026 based in Werribee.

VPS Grade 4 role: 97,955 - 111,142 per year plus superannuation.

Oversee daily facilities operations, including maintenance, repairs, cleaning, and security, to ensure a safe and efficient environment.

Coordinate with contractors and service providers to deliver timely, high-quality, and compliant works.

Drive preventative maintenance programs and continuous improvement initiatives to optimise facility performance.

Ensure all facilities, equipment, and systems meet operational, safety, and legislative standards.

Prepare and maintain training spaces, ensuring all rooms, equipment, and amenities are ready to support learning delivery.

Foster strong relationships with internal teams and external partners to resolve issues, enhance service delivery, and improve facility operations.

To be successful in this role you will have:

Experience in building and maintenance repairs for general building and construction environment

Well-developed knowledge and understanding of legislation and policies relevant to building and maintenance, OH and S, and security services.

Relevant experience in the coordination of specialist trades/contractors for specific works requested.

Proven strong computer skills and ability to use internal databases and systems.

Trade and/or Facilities Management background desirable.

A current driver’s licence is preferred, but not essential.

Working at Heights certification desirable

You will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check, which you will need to maintain for the period of employment.

To learn more about the type of skills you will need to thrive in this role, please read the position description.

What's in it for you?

You will be working for the Department of Justice and Community Safety, which is one arm of the Victorian State Government, a recognized top employer of choice nationally. All our staff work to the vision of a safe, just, innovative and thriving Victoria.

There are many advantages in working for the department, including:

Job stability to position as a member of the Victorian Public Service (VPS).

A fair salary to enjoy great work conditions and salary sacrificing options.

Transparent performance framework to approach your work with confidence in how you're tracking, working to professional development plans agreed on by you and your manager.

Generous leave entitlements to provisions for many forms of leave; including personal, parental, carers, study, cultural, compassionate, and sick leave.

Employee Assistance Program support to you are encouraged to use this short-term, confidential counselling service if you're experiencing emotional stress, relationship problems, conflict with others or personal issues. It is also available for financial counselling and retirement planning.

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

If you have any queries, contact Chivas Bohm on 0497316868 or chivas.bohm@justice.vic.gov.au