Senior Facilities Manager Beijing

Shaping the future of real estate for a better world.

At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.

We bring to life see a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way

JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat.

This is a rare opportunity to join a large, enthusiastic, and dynamic team in the provision of global property services to a highly recognizable and well-regarded Australian Government Department. 

JLL is the global property service provider for the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The portfolio comprises approximately 1,000 properties (both owned and leased), across 80+ countries and includes Chanceries/Embassies and Residential properties.

Reporting to the JLL Regional Operations Lead (Australia based), the Senior Facilities Manager (SFM) will be based at the Australian Embassy, Beijing (China), with overall responsibility and accountable for delivery and ongoing management of contracted services to DFAT’s property portfolio, and a key client partner to help drive innovative and sustainable property solutions that deliver long term, cost effective and fit for purpose property assets across the assigned sites within South East Asia.

• Beijing
• Chinghai
• Hong Kong
• Taipei

The position will require proactive management, engagement, and communication with DFAT, JLL Staff, Contractors and OPO/JLL stakeholders to ensure service activities do not impact on operations, visitations, and events. 

Duties & responsibilities

Strategic and operational responsibilities are extensive and include:

• Stakeholder management (DFAT Senior Administration Officer and JLL facilities management staff, DFAT staff and tenants, JLL in Country Stakeholders, and third-party vendors).
• People Management (assigned JLL staff and on-site third-party contractors), This includes performance, moral, teamwork, training, and development, and communication requirements. 
• Risk Management, including incident, reporting, emergency response support and site attendance as and when required.
• Property inspections and monitoring of remote site activities.
• Asset Management Planning, including Heritage listed building management.
• Quality Assurance, Health and Safety, and Engineering compliance.
• Procurement & Contractor Management.
• Maintenance and technical facilities operations.
• Minor works Project Management.
• Financial Management and Reporting.
• Drive innovative thinking and new ways of delivering services and property outcomes.

Sound like you? This is what we’re looking for:

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, building, business, or other related field and/or 5-7 years’ experience in facilities, property management or related field.

• Experience or demonstrated capability to work in a complex environment along with the management of remote sites.
• Detailed understanding of technical aspects of property (may include Computer Room Air-conditioning, Chiller system, Fire Protection system, Mechanical & Electrical system, BMS system, Access control systems).
• Knowledge of and experience in managing critical infrastructure, systems, and environments.
• Client Focus & Relationship Management
• Capacity to interpret and proactively manage commercial contracts.
• Strong budget management and financial analysis skills.
• Knowledge of local occupational health and safety requirements.
• Strong customer service-oriented attitude and ability to liaise with high level personnel.
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities and work well under pressure.
• Problem solving skills – capacity to deal with ambiguity and solve complex problems effectively.
• Strong communicator – good presentation skills and possesses strong verbal and written communication skills (English).
• Ability to work and engage with locally engaged staff across varying cultures
• Flexible – able to adapt to rapidly changing situations.
• Self-motivated, confident, and energetic.

- An Australian government security clearance or equivalent is required to apply for this position.

-The position will be based in (Beijing, China)

What you can expect from us:

As an organisation, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity and building an inclusive workplace.  This is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies.

We support applications from all underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBT+, people with disability and people of all age, religions and race. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.

Apply today, quoting job reference number LMREQ356588

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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