Facilities Manager

Waverley Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full time

Flexible working arrangements

Wellness program

On-site parking

Public transport access

Employee Assistance Program

Supportive team

Job summary

Waverley Council is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to lead maintenance, renewal and compliance across our building portfolio in Sydney, NSW. You will direct a high-performing team, oversee statutory plant maintenance, and drive continuous improvement in service delivery with strong stakeholder engagement.

The role offers permanent full-time employment with flexible arrangements, on-site parking and strong health and wellbeing programs as part of a supportive facilities and assets team.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Building, Facilities Management and/or Project Management, or substantial equivalent experience.
• Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.
• Strong procurement and contract management experience.
• Strong project management and organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High-level computer literacy across Microsoft Office and facility management databases.
• Commitment to equal employment opportunities and safe, child-friendly practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and drive operational performance while building a high-performing team.
• Direct and supervise the Facilities team in delivering the annual maintenance program with oversight of statutory and critical plant maintenance (lifts, fire safety systems, essential services).
• Develop and deliver an annual capital renewal program aligned to the Asset Management Plan and ensuring renewal reduces compliance and safety risk exposure.
• Own and discharge Council's WHS due diligence obligations for building compliance, adhering to procedures and maintaining records.
• Procure and manage maintenance service contracts in accordance with Council's procurement policy, ensuring best value for money.
• Develop facilities maintenance budgets informed by condition assessments, contractor pricing and priorities; provide timely financial reporting for quarterly reviews.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the Facilities team.

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and skilled facilities professional to lead the maintenance, renewal and compliance of our building portfolio.

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Manager with strong leadership capabilities and a proven track record of leading teams to deliver high-quality facilities management services.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to lead, navigate complex operational challenges, and build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes

Why Join us?

• Permanent full time
• Work across some of Sydney's most iconic community facilities and beachside locations
• Flexible working arrangements and genuine work-life balance
• Wellness that works for you! From annual skin checks and flu shots to our bi-annual health fair, we’re committed to helping you stay healthy
• Join a supportive, close-knit facilities and assets team making a real, visible impact on the community
• Free/subsidised on-site parking and easy access via public transport
• Employee Assistance Program

About the Role

Reporting to the Executive Manager Property and Facilities, the Facilities Manager is responsible for:

• Providing strategic direction, driving operational performance, building a high-performing and accountable team, and fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and customer service.
• Direct and supervise the Facilities team in delivering the annual maintenance program, with oversight of statutory and critical plant maintenance (lifts, fire safety systems, essential services) to ensure preventative schedules are met and maintenance records are kept.
• Develop and deliver an annual capital renewal program, prioritised using condition assessment data and aligned to Council's Asset Management Plan ensuring renewal reduces compliance and safety risk exposure across the portfolio.
• Own and discharge Council's WHS due diligence obligations for building compliance, adhering to procedures and maintaining records.
• Procure and manage maintenance service contracts in accordance with Council's procurement policy, managing performance to ensure services meet legislative and contractual standards and ensuring procurements provide the best value for money outcomes.
• Develop facilities maintenance budgets informed on condition assessments, contractor pricing and operational priorities. Undertake continuous monitoring of expenditure budgets and provide accurate and timely financial reporting to support quarterly budget reviews.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the Facilities team, sustaining high standards of practice and high levels of customer service.
• Tertiary qualifications in Building, Facilities Management and/or Project Management or substantial equivalent experience in a similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.
• Strong procurement and contract management experience.
• Strong project management and organization skills and the ability to plan for and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written communication skills with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders including lawyers and business owners.
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
• High-level computer literacy across Microsoft suite or similar databases.
• An understanding of and commitment to EEO.

Please note that pre-employment checks are part of the recruitment process. Depending on the volume and suitability of applications received, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date. Shortlisting and interviewing may commence prior to the closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

About Waverley Council

At Waverley Council, our values of Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration and Care guide how we work together, deliver, lead and support our community.

We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. If you require adjustments or support at any stage, please contact our People and Culture team at ***********@waverley.nsw.gov.au.

Waverley Council is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates. We value diversity. We encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; young people; older workers; people with disabilities; LGBTQIA+; and other minority groups.

We fully support the aims and objectives of the NSW Officer of Children's Guardian and Child Protection legislation. We will implement necessary practices to ensure a safe and supported Council environment for children and young people. All staff, volunteers and contractor’s welcome child safe and child friendly practices