Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS) is a new, dedicated public youth mental health service and is the first of its kind in Australia. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team.
FACILITIES AND FLEET OFFICER
Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS)
Ongoing across Multiple Sites
- Join Victoria’s newest Public Mental Health Service dedicated to youth
- Permanent Ongoing | Full-time role | Hybrid WFH
- Salary Packaging | Monthly ADO | 5 weeks Annual Leave
About Us:
Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS) is Victoria’s newest public mental health service dedicated to the care of young people aged 12 to 25 experiencing complex mental health challenges.
PYMHWS is leading a bold and values-driven transformation in youth mental health care across Melbourne’s north and west. We exist to walk alongside young people, their families, carers, supporters and kin delivering care that is accessible, inclusive, developmentally appropriate, evidence-informed, and grounded in lived experience. Our service model is shaped by the voices of young people and their communities, and underpinned by a commitment to safety, equity, and continuous learning.
At PYMHWS, we are working with our community and partners to build in a future where all young people can access world-class mental health support, close to home. As we grow, we are looking for passionate, skilled, and visionary professionals to join us in shaping a new era of youth mental health in Victoria.
The Opportunity:
The Facilities and Fleet Officer role sits within the Finance and Facilities division of the service.
The role broadly encompasses facilities and fleet management and associated tasks as well as elements of contract management and procurement.
You will be supporting the Contract and Facilities Manager to meet the needs of a growing service and assist in developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders and providers to develop solutions and add value to PYMHWS
Why Join PYMHWS?
- Be part of building a legacy for youth mental health in Victoria
- Work alongside passionate, visionary leaders in a values-led organisation
- Salary packaging options, up to $11,600 tax free earnings
- 5 weeks annual leave plus monthly ADO for full time employees
- Flexible working arrangements including remote work options where possible
- Employee wellbeing focused, access to EAP
- Fitness Passport membership
- Flexible, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
About the Role:
The Facilities and Fleet Officer will work closely with the Contracts and Facilities Manager to ensure appropriate access to space and facilities and services are available across PYMHWS sites including but not, limited to car parking, security, space allocation, waste disposal and cleaning, ICT arrangements, HVAC utilities etc.
What You'll Do:
- Provide Contract Management Support to the facilities Manager by participating in regular reviews and assist in identifying areas for improvement
- Assist in the co-ordination and logistics of pool vehicles across PYMHWS fleet
- Assist in preparation of annual maintenance budgeting
- Develop relationships with all internal and external stakeholders (e.g. existing suppliers and potential suppliers’ contractors etc.)
- Monitor all activities performed under contract comply with scope and WH&S requirements
About You:
The successful candidate would ideally have
- Experience in Facilities Management
Good analytical and organisational skills
- A proactive approach to problem resolution
- Willingness to take on new growth opportunities and adapt to changing priorities in a complex environment.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're looking to be part of something truly meaningful—we’d love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion, contact Andrew Chard, Contracts and Facilities Manager: 0427 140 131
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Recruitment is ongoing, with interviews commencing as soon as suitable candidates are received. Advertising may cease prior to the closing date.
We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application prompts or inform our People and Culture team if you’re contacted for an interview.
To view the full Position Description, please click HERE
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.
PYMHWS stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community. Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.