St Hilda’s School is one of Australia’s leading Pre-Prep to Year 12 Anglican Day and Boarding Schools for girls located on the Gold Coast of Queensland. With an enviable reputation of excellence in girls’ education and world class facilities, the School has a long history of outstanding academic achievement and a focus on developing the whole girl. Founded in our strong Anglican Christian values, at St Hilda’s School we are committed to excellence in the education of girls and to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for our students, staff and community. For over a century we have been inspiring women, and we remain committed to promoting a culture where our students and staff are engaged, and wellbeing in an integrated part of the St Hilda’s experience. We are looking for an experienced professional to join our vibrant and inclusive school community. Operations Manager Permanent Full Time About the role: The Operations Manager supports the Director of Business & Operations to deliver effective leadership and management of the School’s non-academic operations. The Operations Manager will provide management oversight of a number of operational business service teams and other aspects of the School’s business operations so that the School runs efficiently, safely and in alignment with its strategic goals. This will require exercising significant initiative and discretion, and demonstrating loyalty, confidentiality and support for the School at all times. Experience working in a large organisation is essential, and prior experience within an educational environment is highly desirable.The successful applicant brings significant experience in operations and facilities management with a focus on positive workplace cultures and high quality service delivery. You bring high level interpersonal and communication skills ensuring you can build and maintain stakeholder relationships and manage emergent issues with professionalism and in a manner that preserves relationships and builds trust in our respected brand. Key Responsibilities: General Services Grounds & Maintenance Cleaning Capital infrastructure projects Events and Community Retail, including café and uniform shop Operations vendor management, such as catering Depending on the candidates experience, the portfolio may also include: Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Administration and Reception Other areas as requested. Key Requirements: Relevant tertiary qualification in business, operations, facilities management or a related field (desirable) Cert IV in Workplace Health & Safety (desirable). Experience in a school, not-for-profit, or complex multi-stakeholder environment highly regarded Current Paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check) Current CPR/First Aid Qualification Willingness to have your name submitted to the Anglican Church’s Professional Standards Register. Application Process: Attach a cover letter, a current resume and a one- page statement addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description addressed to the Principal by 4.00pm 14 July 2025. St Hilda’s reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date. Position Description
