APS6 Facilities Manager

Hudson AU; Canberra; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual loading 25%

Job summary

Hudson AU is seeking an experienced APS6 Facilities Manager to join a Federal Government Agency in Canberra City on a 12-month labour hire contract. The role is full-time and based in the office with no remote or hybrid arrangements.

Key duties include coordinating facilities maintenance, procurement and lease administration, advising on property matters, and supporting workplace initiatives to improve operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in facilities, property or workplace management within the APS.
• Strong understanding of Commonwealth Procurement Rules and procurement processes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate facilities maintenance, repairs and contractor activities to keep office sites safe and well maintained.
• Provide procurement, contract and lease administration support, including supplier performance monitoring.
• Deliver expert advice on property, facilities and accommodation matters; resolve issues with practical solutions.
• Manage workplace systems and resources, including office supplies and desk booking arrangements.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and act as a trusted contact for facilities matters.
• Support projects, process improvements and workplace initiatives to boost operational efficiency.

Job description

APS6 Facilities Manager

Hudson is seeking for an experienced APS6 Facilities Manager to join a Federal Government Agency located in Canberra City for an initial 12 months labour hire contract.

Key duties

• Coordinate facilities maintenance, repairs and contractor activities to ensure office sites are safe, functional and well maintained.
• Provide procurement, contract and lease administration support, including monitoring supplier performance and compliance.
• Deliver expert advice on property, facilities and accommodation matters, resolving issues and implementing practical solutions.
• Manage workplace systems and resources, including office supplies, facilities reporting and desk booking arrangements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a trusted point of contact for facilities and property matters.
• Contribute to projects, process improvements and workplace initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and support organisational objectives.
• Assist with the development and review of property, workplace and security policies, procedures and guidance materials.
• Support corporate operations, reporting requirements and business services functions, including reception and administrative support during peak periods.

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience in facilities, property or workplace management within the APS, with a strong understanding of Commonwealth Procurement Rules and procurement processes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong project coordination and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes within tight timeframes.
• The ability to work autonomously, demonstrate initiative and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Sound judgement, professionalism and resilience, with the ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic and evolving corporate services environment.
• A customer-focused approach and commitment to delivering high-quality support and service outcomes.

Please note: This role is based full-time in the office and does not offer remote or hybrid working arrangements.

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Casual Loading

Please note for all Australian based contract and temporary roles only, the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading. This excludes permanent and fixed term roles.

Due to current Victorian labour hire licence restrictions, Hudson is not advertising, offering or accepting applications for contract, temporary or labour hire roles that are based in Victoria or otherwise connected to Victoria. This includes contract, temporary or labour hire roles where the candidate resides in Victoria, even if the role is based in another state. These restrictions do not apply to permanent or fixed term employment opportunities.