Facility Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great employee discounts off fitness,

18 weeks paid maternity leave

Private Health Insurance Discounts

Active Social Club

Employee assistant program

Novated Lease for EV cars

Paid time off for volunteer work

Career Opportunities with Australia's#

Premium offices

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a senior Facilities Manager in Sydney's CBD to lead operations, manage Opex/Capex budgets, and drive client satisfaction. You will oversee maintenance, safety programs, and capital projects while mentoring on-site teams.

Successful candidates will have a tertiary qualification in FM/Property or Engineering, strong financial and leadership skills, and experience with contractor management.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in commercial property or facilities management.
• Strong financial acumen with budgets and cost-control experience.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk management.
• Experience supervising contractors and SLAs.

Responsibilities

• Develop operational strategies to optimize building performance and KPIs.
• Manage Opex and Capex budgets, forecasting and reporting.
• Oversee maintenance programs, preventative and corrective work, using Prism.
• Serve as primary client contact, coordinating capital projects.
• Foster relationships with tenants and manage move-ins and fit-outs.
• Develop health and safety programs and conduct risk assessments.
• Prepare monthly operational and financial reports for senior management.
• Collaborate with on-site teams to promote teamwork and excellence.

Skills

Facilities management

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Facilities Management, Property or Engineering

Tools

Prism system

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Shaping the future of real estate for a better world At JLL, we see a Brighter Wayforward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working. We bring to life a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way. JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat.

What this opportunity involves:

This senior operational role involves taking full ownership of a significant, high-profile commercial asset in Sydney's CBD. As a Facility Manager or Senior Facility Manager, you will lead property operations, manage Opex and Capex budgets, and cultivate exceptional relationships with clients, tenants, and JLL colleagues. At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees. By driving strategic operational excellence, proactive problem-solving, and strict safety compliance, this role is critical to optimizing building performance and ensuring client satisfaction. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe. We embrace more innovative ways of working and prioritize opportunities to strengthen and advance your career on our journey toward success.

An overview of the role:

Develop and implement operational strategies to optimize building performance and set clear key performance indicators. Manage Opex and Capex budgets, including monthly forecasting and cost-control measures to ensure financial efficiency. Oversee all aspects of facility maintenance, including preventative and corrective maintenance programs using JLL's Prism system. Serve as the primary point of contact for the client, providing regular operational updates and collaborating on capital improvement projects. Foster strong relationships with tenants, addressing concerns promptly and managing tenant move-ins and fit-outs. Develop and maintain robust health and safety programs, ensuring all contractors meet Cm3 prequalification and sign-in requirements. Conduct regular risk assessments and implement proactive mitigation strategies and emergency preparedness procedures. Prepare and present detailed monthly operational and financial reports to senior management and key stakeholders. Collaborate with on-site teams to champion a culture of collaboration, ensuring everyone is empowered to thrive.

This is what we are looking for:

• Extensive experience in commercial property or facilities management, specifically within CBD commercial office assets.
• Strong financial acumen with proven experience managing complex operational and capital expenditure budgets.
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations, building codes, and risk management practices.
• Proven experience supervising contractors and managing service provider performance against SLAs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of building trust and credibility with clients and tenants.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Facilities Management, Property, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience using JLL's Prism system or equivalent property management software tools.
• Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring team members while supporting each other's wellbeing.
• Strong crisis management and conflict resolution skills to manage unexpected site incidents effectively.

Benefits:

• Great employee discounts off fitness, wellbeing & other renowned brands
• 18 weeks paid maternity leave
• Private Health Insurance Discounts
• Active Social Club
• Employee assistant program
• Novated Lease for EV cars
• Paid time off for volunteer work
• Career Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firm
• Premium offices

What you can expect from us:

You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where the best inspire the best. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you. As an organisation, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings.

JLL is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation or disability, and that is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies.

We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.

Location: On-site –Sydney, NSW

Job reference number REQ542997

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