Assistant Facilities Manager: Growth Path in Asset Mgmt

Knight Frank Australia; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra annual leave after 1 year

Wellness days

Birthday off

Two extra weeks of leave

Job summary

Knight Frank Australia is seeking an Assistant Facilities Manager to join our Asset Management Services team. You will support the day-to-day management of assigned properties, ensuring client assets are protected and enhanced, and assist with PPM programs and contractor management.

This role offers a clear pathway into Facilities Management, a supportive, high-performing culture, and extra annual leave after one year, wellness days, and a birthday off every year.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Knight Frank Australia is seeking an Assistant Facilities Manager to join our Asset Management Services team. You will support the day-to-day management of assigned properties, ensuring client assets are protected and enhanced, and assist with PPM programs and contractor management.

This role offers a clear pathway into Facilities Management, a supportive, high-performing culture, and extra annual leave after one year, wellness days, and a birthday off every year.