Facilities Manager

Scape Australia; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Scape Australia Brisbane is seeking a practical Facilities Manager to lead maintenance across our Brisbane portfolio. You’ll manage programs, supervise a team of technicians, coordinate contractors, and ensure safety, compliance and exceptional resident experiences.

You’ll balance budgets, asset records, and lifecycle planning, while driving WHS compliance and continuous improvement. A trade qualification in Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Building or related discipline is preferred, with 3+ years

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities management, building maintenance or property operations, 3+ years preferred.
• Strong knowledge of hard services, preventative maintenance, building systems and compliance requirements.
• Experience leading, mentoring or coordinating a team and managing contractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage programmed and reactive maintenance across Brisbane assets, ensuring timely resolution and high standards.
• Lead preventative maintenance programs, inspections, and asset lifecycle planning.
• Coordinate contractors, service providers, and Facilities team members to deliver quality outcomes.
• Oversee building services including CCTV, access control, and essential services.
• Manage facilities budgets, maintenance records, and asset registers; support defect, warranty and capital matters.
• Drive WHS compliance across all properties and maintain regulatory standards.
• Administer facilities management systems, including works, asset and contractor management.
• Build relationships with residents, suppliers, and stakeholders; mentor a high-performing team.
• Identify opportunities to improve asset management and service delivery across the portfolio.

Skills

Facilities management

Contractor management

Team leadership

Budget management

Building operations

Education

Trade qualification in Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Building

Tools

FM systems

Job description

Scape Brisbane Assets (Southbank, St Lucia, Toowong & Woolloongabba) | Full-Time

WHO WE ARE

At Scape Australia, we do more than provide student accommodation. We create thriving, fun communities where students can live, learn, and grow. With over 20,000 residents across Australia, we combine smart design, brilliant service, and good vibes to make every resident feel welcome. Now part of The Living Company, we’re shaping the future of student living, one amazing experience at a time.

THE ROLE

As a Facilities Manager at Scape, you'll play a key leadership role in ensuring our Brisbane portfolio is safe, compliant, well-maintained, and operating at its best. You'll combine your technical maintenance expertise with contractor management, team leadership and hands-on problem-solving, overseeing facilities across multiple assets and ensuring our residents have a safe, comfortable and well-run place to call home. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Supervisor/Manager, Facilities Manager or technically strong tradesperson looking to take the next step in their career.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Manage programmed and reactive maintenance across our Brisbane assets, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and to a high standard
• Lead preventative maintenance programs, building inspections and asset lifecycle planning
• Coordinate contractors, service providers and Facilities team members to deliver quality outcomes across the portfolio
• Oversee building services including CCTV, access control, key management and essential services
• Manage facilities budgets, maintenance records and asset registers, while supporting defect, warranty and capital maintenance matters
• Drive compliance with WHS, statutory and regulatory requirements across all properties
• Administer Facilities Management systems, including works, asset and contractor management platforms
• Build strong relationships with residents, suppliers and internal stakeholders, while leading, mentoring and developing a high-performing team of Facilities Technicians
• Identify opportunities to improve how we manage our assets, maintenance and facilities services across the portfolio

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

We're looking for a practical, solutions-focused leader who can make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment and isn't afraid to get involved when needed.

• Experience in facilities management, building maintenance, property operations or a similar environment, ideally with 3+ years' experience
• Strong knowledge of hard services, preventative maintenance, building systems and compliance requirements
• Confidence managing contractors, maintenance programs, budgets and competing priorities
• A proactive, organised approach with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills and a genuine customer focus when working with residents, suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Experience leading, mentoring or coordinating a team, with the ability to build a positive, high-performing culture
• Trade qualification in Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Building or a related discipline, or equivalent experience

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING AT SCAPE

We don’t just create a great place to work, we bring the good vibes every single day. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the perks that come with joining our team:

• The ability to make a visible difference as your work directly contributes to safe, well-maintained spaces and a better day-to-day experience for residents
• Health, wellbeing, and safety initiatives to support you at work and beyond.
• Competitive rewards, recognition, and referral programs.
• Leave and lifestyle benefits to help you recharge and celebrate milestones.
• Access to exclusive employee discounts and partner offers.
• A passionate, inclusive culture focused on connection, growth, and good vibes.

Please note: The successful candidate must be willing to undertake a National Police Check and a Working with Children check

Scape Australia and The Living Company honours and welcomes the rich heritage and contributions of the Traditional Custodians of the land and pays respect to their Elders past, present and future. Our workplace embraces diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment that respects and values your culture, traditions, and perspectives. Join us in building a harmonious and empowered community where everyone's voice is heard and celebrated