Multi-Site Facilities Manager for Childcare Centers

Harmony Early Education; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform allowance

Discounted childcare across Harmony

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Harmony Early Education is seeking a hands-on Facilities Manager to lead a maintenance team across multiple centres, with operations coordinated from the Harmony Support Office in Helensvale. Travel to centres will be required.

You will oversee repairs, preventative maintenance and outdoor spaces to support safe, engaging environments for children and staff. Working closely with Centre Directors and Operations Management, you’ll manage budgets, schedules and regulatory compliance, delivering

Qualifications

• Vocational trade qualification, Diploma or Bachelor's in construction management or related field.
• Experience in multi-site facilities management.
• Experience managing third-party service providers and in-house operation teams.
• Experience in project management with budgets and schedules.
• Knowledge of Australian building standards and childcare safety regulations.
• Strong WH&S responsibilities and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Manage property and facilities projects ensuring delivery on time, within scope and budget.
• Oversee contractor and supplier engagement, issuing clear instructions to ensure quality and safety outcomes.
• Identify and resolve complex property and building issues, delivering practical solutions that improve service delivery, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with lease obligations, building codes and legislation, proactively addressing risks and compliance notices.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships, working collaboratively with the Maintenance team, Centre Leadership Teams, external contractors and regulatory authorities.
• Drive safety, health and wellbeing outcomes, managing incident reporting and contributing to a positive workplace safety culture.
• Monitor and control expenditure, tracking CAPEX, insurance and maintenance costs against budgets, identifying efficiencies, and providing regular reporting to the Head of Property.

Skills

Multi-site facilities management

Budgeting & cost control

Project management

Regulatory & safety compliance

Stakeholder management

WH&S awareness

Driving & travel

Communication skills

Education

Vocational trade qualification or Diploma or Bachelor's in construction management or related field

Tools

Budgeting tools

Job description

Harmony Early Education is seeking a hands-on Facilities Manager to lead a maintenance team across multiple centres, with operations coordinated from the Harmony Support Office in Helensvale. Travel to centres will be required.

You will oversee repairs, preventative maintenance and outdoor spaces to support safe, engaging environments for children and staff. Working closely with Centre Directors and Operations Management, you’ll manage budgets, schedules and regulatory compliance, delivering