Facilities Operations & Maintenance Manager

KBR, Inc.; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR Government Solutions seeks a Facilities Operations & Maintenance Manager to lead all aspects of site O&M, safety, and environmental compliance for a 24x7 government facility in Alice Springs, Australia. You will manage a team of specialists and coordinate with mission operations to ensure continuous availability of critical systems.

This onsite role requires an active TS/SCI with adjudicated polygraph or Host Nation PV clearance, and you will travel between local facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience leading facilities maintenance teams.
• Strong background in O&M of buildings and utilities.
• Proven ability to manage 24x7 operations and on-call support.
• Familiarity with environmental health & safety practices.
• Experience working with government/contract environments.

Responsibilities

• Direct the O&M and repairs for buildings, grounds, and central plant.
• Develop maintenance schedules and ensure compliance with US Host Nation codes.
• Ensure OEM instructions are followed for equipment and systems.
• Apply predictive maintenance practices to service areas.
• Lead and develop a competent workforce through training and supervision.
• Coordinate activities to align with contract requirements and ensure smooth site operations.
• Maintain 24x7 mission support and reliability of critical infrastructure.
• Produce reports and maintain documentation for procedures and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Operations planning

Safety compliance

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Job description

Facilities Operations & Maintenance Manager

KBR Government Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, intelligence community, NASA and other federal agencies. KBR’s areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity.

Who You Are

KBR is in search of a skilled Facilities Operations and Maintenance Manager to lead overall operations, maintenance, and performance of our government customer’s sites. You will manage a team of specialists, focusing on operational effectiveness, maintenance, safety, and environmental compliance. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, analytical acumen, an eye for detail, and a proven ability to make decisions and adhere to strict deadlines.

This is a 24x7 operation which requires provision of on-call support. Your role transcends conventional limits, placing a premium on the solid availability of essential systems. It's imperative that these systems remain operational without interruption. Your vigilant oversight and proactive maintenance strategies are the cornerstones of our commitment to delivering stellar customer service.

This role will be located in Alice Springs, Australia at a 4,400-acre facility with approximately 687,000 square feet of mission and support space. The Facilities Operations and Maintenance Manager will be expected to travel between our facilities in Alice Springs and the local area. This position is expected to be onsite 100% and is contingent upon contract award.

What You’ll Do

In the role of Facilities Operations & Maintenance Manager, your duties will include:

• Direct the facilities' Operations and Maintenance (O&M) and repairs to include predictive and preventive maintenance including but not limited to: general maintenance of buildings/structures, ground services, engineering, central plant, fire protection/life safety, security, O&M, ground services, construction renovations, and custodial.
• Develop equipment maintenance scheduling plans; Maintenance, testing, and inspection of appropriate equipment and systems shall be done in accordance with current applicable US Government and Host Nation codes
• O&M of all structures, systems, sub-systems and components shall be in compliance with original equipment manufacturers' (OEM) instructions and recommendations
• Utilize industry standard practices as a means of predictive maintenance for applicable service areas
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the planned maintenance program, and implement any necessary modifications leading to the reduction of equipment failures or make recommendations for altering the planned maintenance program to increase efficiency
• Formulating and enforcing operational and maintenance standards that support company objectives, contractual requirements and comply with regulatory and environmental standards
• Hiring, training, and leading a competent workforce to be versatile and technically savvy
• Orchestrating activities to align with the overarching contract requirements and to ensure smooth site operations
• Guaranteeing the continuity of critical infrastructure operations, with a commitment to reliability for around-the-clock mission support
• Implementing work processes and leveraging data analysis to assist clients with achieving reliable equipment performance at cost-effective rates
• Drafting comprehensive reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals
• Communicating effectively with diverse teams, responding to questions, and solving a range of operational issues
• Applying corporate standards diligently and upholding strict adherence to environmental, health & safety, and regulatory requirements
• Keeping a close watch on contractual obligations and staying informed of any regulatory changes that impact facility operations

Requirements

• Possess an active TS/SCI with adjudicated polygraph or Host Nation PV clearance
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting projects of similar scope, size and complexity
• A minimum of two (2) consecutive years of supervisory experience in the field of facilities maintenance
• Demonstrated experience prioritizing daily/weekly/monthly work plans
• Demonstrated experience incorporating applicable environmental health and safety practices across responsible work areas
• Experience working in 24x7x365 operational environments requiring close coordination with mission operations
• Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining power generation equipment
• Demonstrated experience building recapitalization plans
• Ability to read construction design and equipment drawings
• Knowledge of process improvement models (e.g LEAN/Six Sigma, ISO 9000)
• Experience in operations management, construction/renovation projects
• Experience planning and implementing large-scale facility and logistics projects
• Experience integrating project schedules
• Proficient knowledge and experience in the use of project management concepts to manage items including, but not limited to project schedule, scope, cost, risk, and deliverables and related metrics

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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