Senior Manufacturing Facility & Utilities Manager

Unison Energy, LLC.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Unison Solar Energy is seeking an experienced Facility Manager to lead and optimize our manufacturing facility in Queensland. You will manage facilities, utilities and infrastructure to support safe, reliable operations and manufacturing performance.

You will drive preventative maintenance, lead a facilities team, monitor energy and utility usage, and collaborate with operations, engineering and external partners on major projects and continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ facilities management experience in a large-scale manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years in a Facilities Supervisor/Manager or similar leadership role.
• Experience delivering industrial facility projects, upgrades and infrastructure improvements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for high-pressure situations and emergencies.
• Knowledge of high/low voltage electrical distribution, HVAC, cleanrooms, compressed air, cooling towers and water systems.
• ISO 50001 energy efficiency principles and ability to review engineering drawings with AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facilities, utilities and infrastructure to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations while meeting WHS and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor key performance measures and drive continuous improvement across maintenance, reliability, efficiency and operations.
• Develop and optimize preventative and corrective maintenance programs to improve asset reliability and minimise downtime.
• Lead, develop and support the Facilities team with clear direction, coaching and performance management.
• Monitor and optimise site utilities including electricity, HVAC, compressed air and related services.
• Provide technical advice and recommendations on facility performance, risks, and compliance to management.
• Review engineering drawings and facility layouts, including AutoCAD revisions as required.
• Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and regulators to resolve issues and ensure safe delivery.

Skills

Facilities management

Team leadership

Manufacturing environment

Analytical thinking

Education

Facilities Management / Building Services degree

Tools

AutoCAD

HVAC systems

Job description

Unison Solar Energy is seeking an experienced Facility Manager to lead and optimize our manufacturing facility in Queensland. You will manage facilities, utilities and infrastructure to support safe, reliable operations and manufacturing performance.

You will drive preventative maintenance, lead a facilities team, monitor energy and utility usage, and collaborate with operations, engineering and external partners on major projects and continuous improvements.