Mannix College is delighted to announce the appointment of Steve Waugh as the new Business & Operations Manager, succeeding Dom Kilduff, who has retired after many years of dedicated service. Steve brings a wealth of experience from various sectors, including hotel management, strata and facilities management, local government, IT consulting, and tertiary education. His most recent role involved teaching workplace health and safety at Holmesglen Institute.
Throughout the selection process, Steve was captivated by the genuine sense of community Mannix provides its residents. As a father of three, with one child embarking on their university journey, the ethos of Mannix College deeply resonates with him. He is eager to integrate into the college community, adopting an open and sincere approach to connecting with students.
Steve expressed his enthusiasm for working within an educational setting, “I have always found immense joy in engaging with young people. My passion for education and lifelong learning drives me, and I am excited to inspire and support our residents as they navigate their personal and academic growth.”
An active participant in community sports and volunteering, Steve has extensive experience serving on boards and committees related to grassroots sports, disability services, and government advisory groups. His leadership roles have included being the past President of Little Athletics Victoria and the current President of South East Volunteers.
Academically, Steve is accomplished with an MBA (Executive) from Melbourne Business School and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Physical Education) from Victoria University, showcasing his broad interests. Outside of his professional life, Steve enjoys various hobbies, such as photography, bike maintenance, home improvement projects, and sharing good food and wine with friends. Despite a busy family life, he also tries to find time for his love of science fiction.
We are excited about the fresh insights and leadership Steve will bring to Mannix College, enhancing our facilities and services to benefit our residents.