Join a Values driven Organisation with a commitment to Excellence in Education! Attractive remuneration on offer Location: Dandenong Chisholm is seeking an experienced Assets Manager for our Campus Services and Infrastructure team. BELONGING & INCLUSION Chisholm is resolutely diverse. We celebrate our people’s unique contributions to achieving our ambition to transform lives through relevant and responsive high-quality education. Chisholm’s culture of Belonging & Inclusion strives to promote a self-regulating culture that enhances the experiences of our employees, students and communities. ABOUT THE ROLE The Assets Manager is responsible for leading and managing Chisholm’s facilities maintenance contracts and delivery of asset replacement and minor capital projects. This role ensures the alignment of asset services with Chisholm’s strategic objectives while focusing on meeting compliance obligations, optimising asset lifecycle performance and implementing sustainability practices. Reporting to the Head of Campus Services & Infrastructure (CSI), the Assets Manager is a member of the CSI Leadership Team (CSILT). The Assets Manager will support and administer Chisholm’s capital works projects, deliver asset upgrade programs, manage asset planning processes and assist in contract management activities. The Assets Manager will promote and support a collaborative planning culture that considers external funding options, innovations and efficiencies to maximise Chisholm’s resources and optimise asset life cycles. The Assets Manager will liaise closely with internal and external stakeholders including Government, collaborate with appointed third-party Project Directors and project delivery staff, and develop and implement asset upgrade programs to ensure timely delivery and management of expenditure against program and project budgets. As an Asset Manager, your key responsibilities include: Support the development, evaluation, and review of Chisholm’s assets to optimise asset lifecycle performance. Lead a team of asset coordinators to provide responsive, customer centric responsive maintenance services. Planning of asset replacement and upgrade works in line with Chisholm’s Capital Masterplan and Sustainability Plan. Provide input for quarterly reporting to the Infrastructure, Systems & Planning Committee on asset management and minor capital works activities undertaken by Campus Services & Infrastructure. Maintain current understanding of government policies and procedure relating to CSI procurement activities. Maintain CSI Asset registers and systems Delivery of annual asset maintenance program and minor capital works program within budget and schedule. Lead cross-functional teams and manage external project consultants for successful project delivery. Effectively manage maintenance service contracts and programs for asset groups ABOUT YOU You are a highly motivated individual with- Proven leadership capabilities, with a track record of effective people management. Expertise in asset management and compliance with legislation, industry standards and government regulations. Project management and coordination. Strong knowledge of asset lifecycle planning and infrastructure project delivery. A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to public value. Strong financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and resources. Qualifications required for the role: Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Asset Management, Construction or Project Management, or related discipline; or equivalent experience (Trade-qualified in Mechanical, Electrical or Hydraulic Services, with demonstrated leadership in facilities and maintenance management) ABOUT US Chisholm is one of the largest vocational training providers in the state with a team of over 1,400 dedicated staff supporting 41,000 students who choose to study at Chisholm and training at our modern campuses across Melbourne’s southeast and online. We partner with governments, educational institutes, and businesses worldwide, sharing our expertise in vocational education. We offer over 400 courses that include nationally accredited pathways from secondary school programs and short courses, through to certificates, diplomas, and degrees. At Chisholm, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. We know that diversity and inclusion help us to attract, recruit, engage and retain a team of talented people. To learn more about Chisholm click here! WHAT WE OFFER An Inclusive work culture - Chisholm is resolutely diverse. We celebrate our people’s unique contributions to achieving our ambition to transform lives through relevant and responsive high-quality education. Professional Development - continue to grow your career as you nurture your students Networking Opportunities with Industry Partners State of the art facilities on our campuses Free on-site parking as well as locations close to public transport Free Employee Assistance Program - get the support you want. Its confidential. If this is the job for you, please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application! Important information about your application: Your application should include: a cover letter your resume contact details of three (3) referees Please note, appointment to this position is subject to satisfactory completion of Safety Screening requirements including: Verified copies of all qualifications and transcripts as listed on resume. Current & Valid Working with Children Check (Employee and not Volunteer) Verified copy of unrestricted rights to work in Australia Verified Police Check (position dependent) Let us know if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self by emailing us at chisholm.edu.au. Applications for this position close at 9 am, Wednesday, 24 September 2025. Chisholm Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage. If you have any questions regarding the position or require further information, please contact Lisa Speakman, Head of Campus Services and Infrastructure at chisholm.edu.au Find out more about us by visiting us on our Website and social media sites. Position description Opens in new window
