We are on the search for committed and professional Leader to join the Downer Defence team, located in Townsville.
- Lead a team & support our facility maintenance services
- Join our close-knit and inclusive team
- Fulltime ongoing role until August 2024
- Competitive salary & Downer branded vehicle provided
- Free on-site parking
- High performing & collaborative culture
- Zero Harm environment with a focus on safety
- Training and development to support your career
- Work in an essential service industry
We have an opportunity for a self-motivated Facilities & Maintenance Manager to join the team, located in Townsville. You will support overseeing the operational implementation of our Estate Upkeep maintenance services.
Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for the service delivery of tradespeople and subcontractors across the base services area sites as well as the preparation and scheduling of performance based and responsive maintenance works. You will support with the delivery of facilities maintenance services to Defence properties.
About you
You are a self-motivated and high performing individual with previous experience in a leadership role, ideally within the commercial building industry or industrial maintenance sector. You will also have the following skills & experience:
- Ability to lead, support and mentor teams
- Trade qualifications in an Electrical, Fire Technician (preferrable)
- Experience and proven ability in the provision of advice to management, clients, tradespeople and subcontractors
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of statutory obligations, Codes of practice and Building Code of Australia
- Highly competent in the use of Maintenance Management systems (WMS, SAP advantageous) and Microsoft Office applications
- Australian Driver's licence & Australian Citizenship (essential)
This is a great opportunity to join a reputable company, work with an amazing team where you will be given the opportunity to develop your career.
Who are we:
Downer Group employs approximately 50,000 people across more than 300 sites, primarily in Australia and New Zealand. Downer designs, builds and sustains assets, infrastructure and facilities and we are the leading provider of integrated services.
Downer Defence is the lead contractor providing Estate Maintenance and Operation Services (EMOS) for the Department of Defence in Queensland and Southern New South Wales. As lead contractor within the region we deliver a suite of services to support Defence capability.
Our aim is to create a workplace where people are respected and encouraged to fulfil their potential. We embrace all employee difference and foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion.
Advertised: 02 Dec 2022 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Dec 2022 AUS Eastern Daylight Time