Facilities Manager

Concordia Lutheran College; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Concordia Lutheran College – Toowoomba is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to lead the coordination, maintenance, safety and presentation of the College. You will oversee Grounds, Maintenance, Cleaning and Motor Vehicle operations, ensuring facilities are safe, compliant and maintained to a high standard.

The role reports to the Business Manager and involves managing internal teams and external contractors to keep facilities, grounds and assets safe, functional and aligned with College

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in facilities, grounds or maintenance management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coordinate diverse teams.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of WHS legislation, contractor compliance and asset management.
• Ability to manage budgets, procurement and project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Facilities & Grounds Management — Lead the Grounds and Maintenance Teams, oversee daily operations, set weekly tasks and monitor progress.
• Contractor Coordination — Point of contact for external mowing, landscaping and cleaning contractors; ensure inductions and compliance.
• Cleaning Oversight — Manage the Cleaning Team and coordinate external cleaning services.
• Motor Vehicle Fleet Management — Oversee maintenance, registration and compliance of the vehicle fleet.
• Administration & Finance — Prepare budgets, procurement, review contracts and liaise with finance.
• Workplace Health & Safety — Lead WHS practices, inspections, SOPs and hazard reporting.
• Risk & Compliance — Ensure compliance with legislation and building requirements; report changes.

Skills

Facilities management

Leadership

Budget management

WHS compliance

Contractor coordination

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

Concordia Lutheran College – Toowoomba QLD

Concordia Lutheran College – Facilities Manager

Concordia Lutheran College is seeking an experienced and proactive Facilities Manager to lead the coordination, maintenance, safety and presentation of the College. This role oversees Grounds, Maintenance, Cleaning and Motor Vehicle operations, ensuring our facilities are safe, compliant and maintained to a high standard.

About the Role

The Facilities Manager plays a key leadership role in maintaining the College’s physical environment across all campuses. Reporting to the Business Manager, the position manages internal teams and external contractors to ensure facilities, grounds and assets are safe, functional and aligned with College standards and regulatory requirements.

This role requires strong operational leadership, hands‑on capability, excellent organisational skills and a commitment to safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilities & Grounds Management — Lead the Grounds and Maintenance Teams, oversee daily operations, participates in the day-to-day tasks, set weekly tasks, monitor project progress and ensure alignment with College priorities.
• Contractor Coordination — Act as the first point of contact for external mowing, landscaping and cleaning contractors; ensure inductions, compliance, licensing and accurate record‑keeping.
• Cleaning Oversight — Manage the Cleaning Team across the College and coordinate scheduled external cleaning services.
• Motor Vehicle Fleet Management — Oversee maintenance, registration and compliance of the College’s vehicle fleet, including buses, in line with Queensland Transport requirements.
• Administration & Finance — Prepare annual budgets, manage procurement in line with College guidelines, review contracts, approve timesheets and liaise with finance staff regarding asset management.
• Workplace Health & Safety — Lead WHS practices across facilities operations, ensure inspections and safety services are completed, maintain SOPs and SWMS, and manage hazard reporting.
• Risk & Compliance — Ensure compliance with legislation, fire regulations, licensing and building requirements; conduct audits and keep leadership informed of regulatory changes.

What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated experience in facilities, grounds or maintenance management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coordinate diverse teams.
• Practical, hands‑on approach, trade qualification and experience is preferable, with high attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of WHS legislation, contractor compliance and asset management.
• Ability to manage budgets, procurement and project timelines.

Why Join Concordia Lutheran College?

• Lead a dedicated team across a diverse and engaging multi‑campus setting.
• Enjoy the stability and benefits provided under the Queensland Lutheran Schools Single Enterprise Agreement.