Administration & Facilities Support (6-Month Fixed Term)

Mayfield Early Education is a leading provider of early childhood education and care services, committed to nurturing the potential of every child. With a growing network of high-quality childcare centres, Mayfield offers tailored programs designed to foster learning, creativity, and social development in safe, supportive environments. We pride ourselves on our team of dedicated educators and staff who build strong partnerships with families and communities. Guided by a mission to deliver exceptional care and educational outcomes, Mayfield continually invests in its people, facilities, and innovative practices to ensure children thrive during their early years.

We’re on the lookout for a proactive and detail-oriented team player to support our centres through exceptional administrative and facilities coordination.

The Opportunity!

Reporting to the Business Services Manager, our Administration & Facilities Support role will take ownership of maintenance requests, liaise with contractors, and provide critical support to ensure our facilities run smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinating maintenance requests - log, prioritise, and track maintenance tasks, ensuring safety and compliance across all centres. 
• Assign & monitor tasks, escalating issues in consultation with our Business Services Manager as necessary.
• Update records in a timely & accurate manner.
• Collaborate with contractors and escalate issues as needed to ensure timely resolutions.
• Sourcing quotes, scheduling work and building strong contractor / supplier relationships.
• Work closely with the Business Services Manager for approvals and support.
• Keep Centre Managers informed on task progress and updates.
• Provide general administration support to our Facilities functional area, including raising purchase orders.

What you'll demonstrate:

• Attention to detail, with excellent record-keeping abilities.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, and an ability to manage various 
• Strong written and verbal communication, as demonstrated by your friendly & professional approach.
• Ideally you will have some experience in facilities maintenance coordination.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast paced, team environment.

Why Mayfield?

• A small, tight knit team who fully supports each other.
• Potential for permanent contract and career development opportunities - we are a growing Provider of Early Education & Care centres.
• Free access to medical, wellbeing & safety support via our partnership with Sonder.
• Hybrid opportunities - work 2 days in our Hawthorn office, and 3 from home.

At Mayfield Early Education, we care for our people as much as we care for the children in our centres.

If you’re looking to grow your career in a role that offers variety, purpose, and flexibility, apply today!

Mayfield Childcare Limited, its Board, Management, Employees and Volunteers are committed to safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and have a zero tolerance for child abuse.

Mayfield Childcare Limited celebrates diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for every team member. We welcome applicants of all genders, orientations, races, and backgrounds, believing that the more diverse our team, the more we can teach the next generation about respect, equality, and fairness. Join us in shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

Mayfield Childcare Limited acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land– the Wurundjeri people, and pay our respects to their Elders, both past and present.