Simone Hale
Hurstbridge,VIC
Summary
Detail-focused Facilities Manager with a proven track record of ensuring smooth operations and maintaining high standards in various settings, including offices and all aspects within an educational institution. Strengths include strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and exceptional communication skills. Making a significant impact through the implementation of effective maintenance programs, contractor negotiations, cost reductions, and improving the overall efficiency of facilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilities Manager
Macleod College
Macleod, Victoria
01.2018 - Current
- Supervise day-to-day operations of the college.
- Manage the annual facilities and grounds budget of $350K, achieving 30% in cost savings through contractor negotiations and project planning.
- Implement preventative maintenance schedules, reducing equipment downtime.
- Oversee capital works and renovation projects, including tender evaluations, scope development, contractor selection, and project delivery.
- Researched new technologies available which could improve efficiency within the organization's facilities.
- Coordinated the activities of subcontractors in relation to facility maintenance projects.
- Assisted in budgeting for preventive maintenance costs associated with operational needs.
- Planned upgrades or renovations for existing facilities, based on feedback or changing needs.
- Monitored facility operations to ensure adherence to safety regulations and compliance with applicable laws.
- Scheduled preventative maintenance visits from outside vendors for specialized services, such as fire inspections and plant equipment servicing.
- Participated in architectural and engineering planning and design.
- Negotiated with vendors regarding pricing on materials required for facility upgrades or repairs.
- Maintained records of all building systems, including fire, plumbing, electrical, and plant.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment, buildings, grounds, and other areas to identify necessary repairs or improvements.
- Addressed building emergencies with high-level urgency and developed timely and effective solutions.
ICT/Network Manager
Macleod College
Macleod
01.1998 - Current
- Oversee the daily operations of the IT department, ensuring efficient performance of all systems, networks, and software applications.
- Develop and implement IT policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure data security, system reliability, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Manage IT infrastructure including servers, networking equipment, and cloud solutions to ensure high availability and scalability.
- Lead IT projects, including system upgrades, migrations, and the deployment of new technologies.
- Coordinate and supervise IT staff, providing training, support, and performance evaluations.
- Manage IT budgets, procurement, and vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective solutions.
- Ensure cybersecurity measures are in place, including firewalls, antivirus, data backup, and disaster recovery plans.
- Analyse business requirements to develop technology solutions that improve productivity and support organizational goals.
- Provide technical support and guidance to end-users, resolving complex issues promptly.
- Monitor system performance and generate reports for senior management to aid in strategic planning.
Education
Diploma of IT Systems - Specialising in Hardware, and Software
Chisholm TAFE
01-1998
Cert IV Electronics -
NMIT
Greensborough, VIC01-1997
Cert IV IT Systems - Information And Communication Technology
NMIT
Greensborough, VIC01-1997
Skills
- Facility operations management
- IT management
- Budget management
- Preventive and corrective maintenance
- Vendor and contractor negotiation
- Project management
- OH&S and safety compliance
- Capital project oversight
- Space planning and optimization
- Energy efficiency initiatives
- Emergency response and business continuity
- Leadership
- Team coordination
- Problem solving
- Crisis management
- Strategic planning
- communication
- Negotiation
- Team leadership
- Staff training
- IT systems knowledge
- Office 365
- IT infrastructure management
- Data backup and recovery
- Help desk support
- Technical support
- Network monitoring
- Systems monitoring
- IT policy development
- Budget planning
- Asset lifecycle management
- End-user training
- Recruitment
- Interviewing
- Maintenance skills
- Technical skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Team building
- Self-motivated
- Collaboration
- Emergency response
- Building inspections
- Cost analysis
- Safety management
- Space planning
- Space utilization
- Performance evaluation
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Excellent communication
Certification
- National Police check, 01/01/21
- National Police check, 01/01/24
- Victorian WWC, 03875931-03, 03/13/28
- OHS Worksafe, 01/01/15
- Class C drivers license
Accomplishments
- Capital works project, $2.3M, Science Building
- Integral in organising major electrical MSB upgrades and maintenance projects
- Managing internal maintenance projects
Timeline
Facilities Manager
Macleod College
01.2018 - Current
ICT/Network Manager
Macleod College
01.1998 - Current
Diploma of IT Systems - Specialising in Hardware, and Software
Chisholm TAFE
Cert IV Electronics -
NMIT
Cert IV IT Systems - Information And Communication Technology
NMIT
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