Facilities Manager

NGARE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilmour Space in Queensland, Australia, is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead a small facilities team and oversee operations at our Yatala site. You will manage cleaning, waste, contractors, and maintenance, while developing CAD layouts to optimize space and collaboration.

The role requires 5+ years in a similar role, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Australian citizenship or suitable work rights are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• Ability to lead a small team.
• NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of facilities staff and develop them.
• Manage cleaning and janitorial services.
• Coordinate with contractors for facilities upgrades and maintenance.
• Develop preventative maintenance schedules for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, doors, etc.
• Develop CAD models/layouts of our facilities.
• Design spaces that enable efficient staff collaboration.

Skills

Team leadership

Facilities management

Budget management

Vendor coordination

CAD modelling

Independent working

Deadline oriented

Problem solving

Education

Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

All Orbits, All Planets - Join us on our journey

Gilmour Space is a leading Australian space company, developing launch vehicles, satellite platforms, advanced propulsion technologies; and launching from our licensed orbital spaceport in Bowen, North Queensland.

Are you a creative and experienced Facilities Manager looking for a dynamic role where your skills will make a real impact? Have you ever dreamt of building rockets right here in Australia? Well now’s your chance! Gilmour Space is seeking a talented individual to join our innovative team to send rockets to Space! Conveniently located between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, our new state-of-the-art facility, purpose-built for designing and manufacturing rockets in-house, is equipped with the latest technology and tools, providing an ideal environment for innovation and excellence. So, what are you waiting for? Join us and be a part of a forward‑thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of space exploration and let’s send Australia to Space together!

How you will contribute to our mission in getting Australia to space:

The below is designed to give you an idea of the role you will play. There will be many more exciting and innovative things to do:

• Leadership and development of a small team of Facilities staff
• Management of cleaning/janitorial services
• Management of waste collection services
• Collaboration with senior management team in locating and selecting new facilities as needed
• Selection and ordering of furniture/desks/chairs/etc for our facilities
• Development of preventative maintenance schedules for all serviceable facilities equipment (HVAC systems, plumbing systems, electrical systems, roller doors, etc.)
• Coordination with contractors as needed to solve facilities related issues and make facilities related upgrades (Electricians, Plumbers, Dry‑Wallers, etc.)
• Developing CAD models and/or layouts of our facilities
• Assistance in designing spaces that facilitate efficient collaboration between our staff

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to lead a small team
• NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, supply chain, or other technical discipline
• Demonstrated ability to manage a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• Experience negotiating contracts and comparing service costs to achieve maximum value
• Experience coordinating with third‑party vendors
• Experience managing budgets
• Experience with asset management software
• Knowledge of building management and automated facilities monitoring systems and processes, such as: HVAC systems, fluid plumbing systems, fire suppression systems, generators, or fuel storage systems
• Acute attention to detail and cleanliness standards
• Ability to work independently with little direction
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment
• Ability to anticipate needs and develop innovative solutions for continuous improvement

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident or have an appropriate Australian work visa or work entitlements.

Gilmour Space Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

No Recruitment Agencies Please

10 August 2026 Yatala Queensland, Australia