At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate maintenance and upgrades across residential properties in South-East Melbourne.
- Company: Join BGIS, a global leader in facilities management with a focus on community impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy permanent full-time employment, career development, and access to wellness initiatives.
- Other info: Company vehicle and tools provided; flexible work across multiple locations.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the community while working in a supportive team environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in supervising residential maintenance and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Location: South-East Metropolitan Melbourne, VIC
Company: BGIS, Community Housing and Property Services
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time, Client Sites, Core Business Hours
Positions: Multiple Positions Available
About BGIS
BGIS is a global leader in integrated facilities management, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across property, infrastructure and essential services. With significant growth continuing across Victoria, we are creating new opportunities to support a recently acquired client and an important portfolio of residential properties across South-East Melbourne.
Purpose of the Role
BGIS is seeking experienced Works Supervisors to coordinate programmed maintenance, general maintenance, property upgrades and project works across South-East Melbourne. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will work closely with trades, subcontractors, client representatives and internal teams to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, organised and customer-focused, with practical trade knowledge and experience supporting residential maintenance or construction works.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate maintenance, upgrade and project works across residential properties
- Support subcontractors and trade resources to deliver safe, quality outcomes
- Conduct initial, progress and final inspections
- Provide practical technical guidance on maintenance and building works
- Plan and schedule works in line with agreed timeframes
- Maintain accurate job, inspection and audit records
- Monitor safety, quality and environmental requirements
- Support contract audits and quality assurance activities
- Monitor expenditure, variations and value-for-money outcomes
- Build positive relationships with tenants, clients and stakeholders
Education, Experience & Skills
Essential:
- Experience supervising residential maintenance, upgrade or construction works
- Experience coordinating subcontractors and trade service providers
- Practical building and trade knowledge
- Experience conducting inspections, audits or quality reviews
- Strong planning, organisation and communication skills
- Understanding of workplace health and safety and quality requirements
- Experience using work order or audit management systems
- Trade qualification in Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, General Building or a related discipline
- Current Australian Driver's Licence
- Construction Industry White Card
- Full working rights in Australia
Desirable:
- Certificate IV or Diploma in Building, Construction, Project Management or Facilities Management
- Experience within community housing, facilities management or property services contracts
Workplace Arrangements
This is a 100% site-based position covering a broad area across South-East Metropolitan Melbourne. You will travel between residential properties during core business hours, so a current Driver's Licence and confidence working across multiple locations are essential. Company vehicle, PPE, tools, equipment and technology will be provided to support you in the role.
Why Join BGIS?
Join a newly established team delivering maintenance and upgrade works that support safe, well-maintained homes and positive community outcomes.
Key Benefits Include
- PPE, tools, equipment and technology provided
- Permanent full-time employment during core business hours
- Meaningful work supporting residential properties and communities
- Career development opportunities within a global organisation
- A supportive and inclusive team environment
- Spot recognition vouchers and a $2,000 employee referral bonus
- Access to Flare discounts across retailers, energy providers, utilities and more
- Fitness Passport access for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives
- Two paid volunteer days each year
- Career opportunities through secondments and internal mobility
BGIS is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility
Applicants must have full working rights in Australia. A Police Check, Working With Children Check and Baseline Medical will form part of the pre-employment checks.
Works Supervisor in Melbourne employer: BGIS
BGIS is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee experience and professional growth, offering a collaborative work culture where your contributions directly impact organisational development initiatives. With a hybrid work model and a focus on meaningful projects, you will have the opportunity to shape programs that enhance onboarding, succession planning, and internal mobility, all while working alongside dedicated colleagues across multiple states.
