About the Role

The Team Leader Building Facilities is responsible for leading the delivery of maintenance, contractor management, capital works and facilities services across Council's building portfolio. This role oversees the Building Facilities team, manages operational resources, budgets, procurement and contractor performance, and ensures facilities are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. The position also drives operational planning, continuous improvement and the implementation of contemporary facilities management practices to enhance service delivery and support Council's strategic objectives.

Position Objectives

Full position details, including required qualifications and key responsibilities and duties for the role are outlined in the attached position description.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have:

- General Safety Induction (Construction Industry) – White Card.

- Current Queensland C Class Driver's Licence.

- Demonstrated experience leading operational teams, contractors and service delivery activities across multiple sites or assets.

- Demonstrated experience in facilities management, building maintenance operations, infrastructure coordination or a similar operational environment.

- Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise, allocate and monitor operational workloads, maintenance programs and service delivery activities within a energetic operational environment.

- Experience coordinating contractors, procurement activities, maintenance programs and operational service delivery outcomes.

- Well-developed knowledge of facilities maintenance practices, contractor management,



operational compliance requirements and workplace health and safety obligations.

- Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, Australian Standards, Council policies, procedures and operational frameworks relevant to facilities management and maintenance activities.

- Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, including the ability to resolve operational issues and support service delivery outcomes.

- Demonstrated ability to monitor operational expenditure, contractor performance, purchase orders and invoicing processes within delegated authority.

- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and achieve operational deadlines.

- Experience using Microsoft Office applications and corporate systems for reporting, work management, procurement and operational coordination activities.

- Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively engage with staff, contractors, stakeholders and service providers.

- Demonstrated commitment to customer service, continuous improvement and maintaining high standards of operational performance and compliance.

What we can offer you

- A competitive remuneration salary with 12% superannuation.





- Up to 5 weeks annual leave per annum with 17.5% leave loading.

- Up to 3 weeks personal leave per annum.

- Nominal 72.50hours, nine (9) day fortnight roster.

- May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.

- Employee Assistance Program.

- Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.

- Ongoing training and development opportunities.

- Active social club.

How to Apply

Please complete your application details and attach your resume, a cover letter and your licences and qualifications (relevant to the position).

All applications must be completed through this online portal prior to the closing date. Late or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Pre-Employment Assessment

Following the selection of the preferred candidate, Council will require a number of further checks including reference checks, police history / criminal history checks, medical assessment and drug and alcohol test.

Employment Eligibility

To apply you must be a Permanent resident of Australia, Australian Citizen, New Zealand Citizen or hold the appropriate visa to work in Australia.

Privacy Information

Douglas Shire Council is collecting your personal information in accordance with the Information Privacy Act for the purpose of assessing your skills and experience against the position requirements. The information you provide in your application will only be used by authorised Council Officers, including People and Culture and the relevant selection panel members. Your information will not be given to any other person or agency unless you have given us permission, or we are required by law.

📌 Team Leader Building Facilities (Cairns)
🏢 Douglas Shire Council
📍 Cairns