National Facilities Leader — Safety, Compliance & Growth

seek.com.au; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job description

Lead a national facilities function across a growing multi-site organisation. This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring sites are safe, compliant, well-maintained and operationally effective, while driving continuous improvement, cost control and service excellence. Reporting to a senior executive leader, you will provide both strategic direction and hands‑on leadership across maintenance, capital works, facilities projects, contractor management and compliance activities.

Key responsibilities

Lead and develop a national facilities team to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes.

Oversee planned and reactive maintenance programs across multiple sites.

Manage capital works, refurbishment projects, site handovers and warranty-related works.

Ensure compliance with all relevant building, safety and regulatory requirements.

Manage national service contracts, supplier relationships and contractor performance.

Monitor operational and capital expenditure against approved budgets.

Conduct site audits to ensure presentation, maintenance and compliance standards are maintained.

Support operational leaders with property, maintenance and facilities-related matters.

Provide reporting, analysis and recommendations to key stakeholders.

Drive process improvements, system enhancements and scalable facilities solutions.

About you

Significant experience in multi-site facilities management.

A relevant tertiary qualification, trade background or equivalent industry experience.

Strong knowledge of facilities operations, maintenance management and project delivery.

Experience managing service contracts, suppliers and external contractors.

Proven people leadership experience, including leading geographically dispersed teams.

Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and expenditure.

Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

High proficiency with Microsoft 365 and reporting systems.

A current driver's licence and willingness to travel as required.

A senior leadership opportunity with national scope.

Flexible work arrangements and hybrid working options.

The opportunity to make a significant impact across a growing organisation.

Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture.

Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.

Competitive remuneration package, including vehicle allowance and bonus opportunities (where applicable).

If you are a results-driven facilities leader with a passion for operational excellence and team development, we would love to hear from you.