Facilities Manager (Bundaberg)

Bundaberg Regional Council; Bundaberg; On-site; AUD 128,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

17.5% leave loading

Wellbeing support programs

Professional development assistance

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking an experienced and strategic Facilities Manager to lead the planning, maintenance, development, and performance of Council's diverse portfolio of community and administrative facilities.

This role works closely with the Branch Manager and a broad range of stakeholders to drive asset sustainability, oversee capital projects, and contribute to long-term planning that delivers lasting benefits to the Bundaberg Region.

Qualifications

• Experience managing high-volume facilities, assets, infrastructure, or large projects in a large organisation.
• Strong financial and project management skills, including budgeting, procurement, and capital works delivery.
• Proven ability to engage with stakeholders, prepare professional reports, and provide expert advice to senior leaders.
• Experience managing maintenance programs, contractors, leases, or land tenure agreements.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, sustainability, safety, and high-quality community outcomes.
• Tertiary qualifications in facility management, asset management or project management are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, maintenance, development and performance of Council facilities portfolio.
• Drive asset sustainability and oversee capital projects to deliver long-term benefits.
• Manage operational performance and coordinate with the Branch Manager and stakeholders.
• Ensure facilities remain safe, accessible, sustainable and responsive to community needs.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders and prepare professional reports.

Skills

Facilities management

Asset management

Project management

Budgeting

Stakeholder engagement

Report writing

Education

Tertiary qualifications in facility/asset/project management

Job description

$127,902-$144,750 per annum + $17,600 motor vehicle allowance + super + benefits Permanent Full-Time Community and Facility Services, People, Community and Connection Bundaberg Region

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create.

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

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About The Opportunity

Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking an experienced and strategic Facilities Manager to lead the planning, maintenance, development, and performance of Council's diverse portfolio of community and administrative facilities. This role plays a key part in ensuring Council venues remain safe, accessible, sustainable, and responsive to the needs of our growing region. Working closely with the Branch Manager and a broad range of stakeholders, you will drive asset sustainability, oversee capital projects, manage operational performance, and contribute to long-term planning that delivers lasting benefits to our community.

About You

You are a collaborative and solutions-focused leader with strong experience in facilities, asset, or project management. You bring a strategic mindset and the ability to balance operational priorities with long-term planning. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience managing high-volume facilities, assets, infrastructure, or large projects in a large organisation.
• Strong financial and project management skills, including budgeting, procurement, and capital works delivery.
• Proven ability to engage with stakeholders, prepare professional reports, and provide expert advice to senior leaders.
• Experience managing maintenance programs, contractors, leases, or land tenure agreements.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, sustainability, safety, and high-quality community outcomes.
• Tertiary qualifications in facility management, asset management, project management are highly regarded

The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check.

Applications close on Friday 11 September 2026, at 11:30 pm AEST.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.