Assistant Facilities Manager

Knight Frank; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra annual leave after one year of /

Wellness days

Your birthday off

Job summary

Knight Frank Australia is seeking a motivated Assistant Facilities Manager to join our Asset Management Services team. You will support day-to-day management of assigned properties, helping protect and enhance client assets.

The role offers a clear pathway into Facilities Management with development and progression opportunities, plus benefits like extra annual leave after one year, wellness days, and your birthday off each year.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in facilities management or a related field.
• Building trade background preferred, but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing and implementing Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) programs.
• Conduct regular building inspections, including common areas and plant rooms.
• Help procure and tender services, engaging contractors under the appropriate contract formats.
• Assist with capital and operating expenditure budgeting and forecasting.
• Help maintain an accurate plant and equipment asset register and ensure compliance.
• Monitor contractor works to ensure high-quality completion with minimal disruption.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with tenants, property managers, and contractors.
• Assist with financial management, including managing budgets, procurement, and invoicing.
• Work Order processing and management.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Problem solving

Facilities management experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Who are we looking for?

• Grow your property career within a supportive, high-performing Asset Management Services team.
• Clear pathway into Facilities Management with ongoing development and career progression.
• Extra annual leave (after one year of service), wellness days, and your birthday off every year.

Previous experience in facilities management or a related field.

Building trade background preferred, but not essential.

Strong technical and problem-solving abilities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Willingness to learn and grow within the role.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and proactive Assistant Facilities Manager to join our Asset Management Services team. The role involves supporting the Facilities Management team in the day-to-day management of assigned properties, ensuring that client assets are protected and enhanced.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing and implementing Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) programs.
• Conduct regular building inspections, including common areas and plant rooms.
• Help procure and tender services, engaging contractors under the appropriate contract formats.
• Assist with capital and operating expenditure budgeting and forecasting.
• Help maintain an accurate plant and equipment asset register and ensure compliance.
• Monitor contractor works to ensure high-quality completion with minimal disruption.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with tenants, property managers, and contractors.
• Assist with financial management, including managing budgets, procurement, and invoicing.
• Work Order processing and management.

About Knight Frank

Knight Frank Australia is part of the world's largest privately owned property consultancy. We provide transactional and advisory services across commercial property, including office, retail, and industrial assets.

What's in it for you?

• Enjoy two extra weeks of leave, two wellness days every year, and your birthday off to celebrate your way.
• People first culture with visible, approachable leaders who keep everyone connected through open conversations and regular business updates.
• Drive your career forward with structured six monthly check ins and the ability to start growth conversations anytime.
• Work smarter with purpose-built property platforms and technology designed to save you time every day.

Important to know

• You must have valid Australian working rights to be considered.
• A police check is required for successful candidates.
• We use AI tools to assist with hiring, but people make the final decisions.
• We are currently NOT accepting candidates via an agency, we have PSA's in place.