Senior Facilities Engineer

CBRE Group, Inc.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a senior Facilities Manager for our Sydney site. The role focuses on planned and preventive maintenance of M&E systems, lifecycle analysis, and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

You will lead project scheduling, monitor budgets, and supervise day-to-day FM operations in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years in the facilities/maintenance field, a valid driver's license, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years related industry experience.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Knowledge of opex and capex budgets; ability to perform basic financial analysis.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze and interpret documents; strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Windows-based computers and MS-Office applications; familiarity with electrical distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventive maintenance of equipment as per OEM schedules.
• Maintain records for preventive and breakdown maintenance.
• Conduct life cycle analysis for all M&E setup at the site.
• Attend to issues related to air conditioning and temperature controls.
• Assist with project scheduling and monitor project budget and timeline.
• Recommend safety improvements and adhere to codes, regulations and company directives.
• Monitor fire alarm and general facility electrical systems.
• Respond to emergency situations and summon additional assistance as needed.
• Back up FM operations when primary FM is on leave; supervise FM operations and liaise with vendors.
• Provide timely updates to employees and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Project coordination

Vendor management

MS Office

Operational Excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Windows OS

Job description

• Perform planned preventive maintenance of equipment's as per OEM/recommended schedules.
• Maintains records for preventive and breakdown maintenance.
• Conducts LCA (life cycle analysis) for all the M&E set up at the site.
• Attends to issues related to Aircons and temperature controls in office premises.
• Assists with project scheduling and helps to monitor project budget and timeline.
• Recommends safety improvements and adheres to all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives related to power, energy and infrastructure projects.
• Monitors fire alarm and general facility electrical systems.
• Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• To be back up to the FM when he/she is on leave/vacation. Supervise FM operations, liase with vendors, LL. Provide timely updates to employees and stakeholders.

What you'll need:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with a minimum of ten years related industry experience.
• A valid driver's license with a good driving record for applicable vehicles, without restrictions, or limiting conditions. (Corrective lenses permitted)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.
• Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to prepare opex and Capex budgets. Conducts basic financial analysis.
• Ability to comprehend, analyse, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of the use, setup and operation of Windows-based computers and desktop applications such as MS-Word and MS-Excel.
• Must be familiar with the design and specification of new equipment, including electrical distribution systems, motors, variable frequency drives, controls, lighting, electrical auxiliaries, etc.
• Decisions made with understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Responsible for setting own project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.