Facilities & Maintenance Manager

A new name, a bright pathway ahead

Part of Downer Group, our newly formed Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit brings amazing capability to the people of Australia and what matters most to them. We run hospitals, manage client data centres, we take asset management risk, and we are a trusted advisor and partner to our New Zealand and Australian Defence Forces. Arguably no other business within Downer better embodies our purpose; to enable our communities to thrive.

Join us on the journey

We currently have an opportunity for a Facilities & Maintenance Manager to join our team in QLD. You will support the Downer Defence Contract for delivery of Estate Maintenance and Operations Services (EMOS) contract to the Department of Defence.

The purpose of the position is to support the EU Service Delivery Manager in overseeing the operational implementation of Estate Upkeep maintenance services.

What you’ll do

The role has a broad remit, with key responsibilities outlined below:

• Oversee service delivery of tradespeople and subcontractors across the base services area sites and will liaise with the Delivery Manager during preparation and scheduling of Performance Based, Scheduled and Responsive Maintenance works.
• Support the planned maintenance requirements of each site, by assisting with the coordination and deployment of shared trade resources across other sites.
• Plan, schedule and deliver work for both Planned and Responsive Maintenance which includes unplanned, reactive & corrective maintenance; predictive & preventative maintenance; minor workplace adjustments.
• Support the EU Service Delivery Manager in all requirements associated with all maintenance scheduling and reporting.

What you’ll bring

• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of Facilities Management and the ability to manage tradespeople and subcontractors.
• Experience and proven ability in the provision of sound advice to management and clients
• Sound knowledge of Facilities Management contract principals and understanding of WHS and Industrial Relations law and regulations.
• Knowledge of statutory obligations, Codes of practice and Building Code of Australia strong communication and negotiating skills.
• Suitability for Defence security clearance (Australian citizenship mandatory)

More than anything, you’ll have a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a drive to provide high quality outcomes for the Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit and our clients.

Why work for us?

Working for the Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit, means being part of something new and exciting.  With a bright future ahead of us, you find purpose here and have the opportunity to directly impact and contribute positively to our future.  You’ll also find a range of benefits available such as:

• Training and development to support your career.
• Internal career opportunities across the Downer Group business
• Affordable healthcare covers, discounted car purchase and rental (with selected brands), and other retail discounts.
• An Employee Assistance Program providing access to professionals to support you (and your family) to achieve your personal or professional goals through wellbeing coaching, counselling, financial advice, legal advice and more.

This exciting role offers you the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a highly successful organisation. If you are passionate about what you do and motivated to succeed, then apply now.

Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, colour, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Accordingly, we encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds, including First Nations People and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.