About the Opportunity

Employment Type: Ongoing Full-time

Reporting to: Head of Infrastructure, Planning & Delivery

FTE: 1 FTE

Our Finance & Infrastructure directorate is seeking a Asset, Facilities & Operations Senior Manager, accountable for the strategic and operational management of CSPD's property and facilities portfolio, ensuring assets are safe, compliant, sustainable and fit for purpose. 

The role leads asset lifecycle planning, facilities operations, maintenance delivery, contractor performance and portfolio compliance activities across school and support team locations.  

Key Focus Areas:

The Asset, Facilities & Operations Senior Manager will be measured on their contribution to the following areas: 

• Stakeholder satisfaction across school and support team locations relating to facilities, maintenance and asset management services  

• Operational performance and condition of the CSPD property and facilities portfolio across school and support team locations 

• Compliance with building, safety, and statutory obligations across the asset portfolio 

• Contractor and service provider performance against agreed standards and contractual obligations 

• Asset lifecycle planning and the accuracy and currency of portfolio asset data 

• Capability, performance and professional development of team members through effective leadership, mentoring, coaching and continuous improvement practices

Why Work for Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD)

There are so many great things that Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese has to offer! As a valued employee, you can benefit from up to 25% off school fees for your children enrolled in our schools. But that's not all, we offer:

• Salary packaging for eligible employees 

• Fitness Passport (discounted gym membership and more)

• Flexible work arrangements for eligible employees 

• Extensive growth and development opportunities
  Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees

Key Responsibilities

The Asset, Facilities & Operations Senior Manager is accountable for: 

• Leading the operational management of the CSPD property, facilities, and asset portfolio, ensuring school and support team locations are maintained to a safe, functional, and compliant standard 

• Overseeing the planning and delivery of preventative and reactive maintenance programs, directing the team members in the prioritisation and scheduling of works 

• Managing contractor and service provider relationships across the portfolio, overseeing performance against contractual obligations and driving continuous improvement in service delivery outcomes 

• Overseeing compliance with relevant building codes, safety standards, and legislative requirements across the portfolio, ensuring obligations are monitored, documented, and escalated appropriately 

• Leading asset lifecycle planning activities, including condition assessments, asset register maintenance, and inputs into capital works prioritisation to support the Head of Property, Asset & Development 

• Managing the facilities and asset management operational budget, monitoring expenditure against approved budgets and providing variance reporting and forecasts

• Providing technical advisory input on property and facilities matters to internal stakeholders, including schools, and supporting the resolution of complex or escalated issues 

• Overseeing the maintenance and accuracy of portfolio documentation, including lease schedules, compliance registers, and asset records 

• Leading and mentoring team members to ensure staff have the knowledge, skills and support to achieve objectives, fostering ongoing professional development and ensuring best practice and continuous improvement 

• Develop and manage the operational handover of completed capital projects into the asset and facilities management environment, ensuring asset data, maintenance requirements, warranties, compliance documentation and operational responsibilities are effectively transitioned

How to Apply

Applications must include:

• A Resume and Cover Letter addressed to Clint Zammit, Head of Infrastructure, Planning & Delivery

• Relevant experience and qualifications in alignment with the role

• Working with Children Check (Employee)

This role is subject to a comprehensive pre-employment screening process. Comprehensive pre-employment and safeguarding checks, including verification of a valid Working With Children Check, form part of our recruitment process. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion of these requirements. 

If you are currently employed by Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese, please submit your application via our internal Careers Site on EmployeeConnect. We are excited to support you in the next step of your career.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

Applications Close: Friday, 31st July 2026

The Organisation

CSPD is committed to responding to the needs of all students. With over 5,000 employees located across 80 primary and secondary schools and office communities, our aim is to transform learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 43,500 students while enriching the professional lives of staff.

Child Safeguarding Statement

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment, including holding a cleared NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) and compliance with CSPD’s Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Children and Students. For more information regarding WWCCs, click here.

Diversity Statement

CSPD strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.