Job Description

Lead Operations for a World-Class Facility | Melbourne

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Join a Global Leader. Drive Excellence. Build Something Exceptional.

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Are you an experienced Facilities Manager who thrives in highly regulated environments and takes pride in delivering operational excellence?

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At Equans, we are seeking an accomplished Facilities Manager to lead the delivery of integrated facility services across a large-scale manufacturing environment in Melbourne. This is a rare opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation that is renowned for its strong governance, safety-first culture, operational excellence, and long-term investment in its people.

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As part of a highly professional and collaborative leadership team, you'll have the autonomy to make decisions, influence outcomes, and drive continuous improvement while managing critical facility operations that support essential pharmaceutical production.

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If you're looking for a role where structure, compliance, leadership, and innovation come together, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.

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Why Join Equans?

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- Global organisation with a strong reputation for excellence
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- Structured and well-governed business with established systems and processes
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- Leadership role supporting a critical facility
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- Diverse and complex operational environment
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- Career growth opportunities within a global organisation
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- Strong commitment to safety, compliance and continuous improvement
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- Collaborative leadership team and supportive culture
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- Competitive salary package
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- Long-term stability with an industry-leading employer
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The Prospect

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Reporting into senior leadership, you will take full responsibility for the management of facility operations, maintenance services, compliance obligations, and contractor performance across a highly regulated pharmaceutical site.

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You will lead a multidisciplinary team while ensuring facilities operate safely, efficiently and in compliance with GMP, GxP, pharmaceutical regulations, Australian Standards and client requirements.

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This role requires a strategic leader who can balance operational excellence, stakeholder engagement, financial accountability and compliance while driving a high-performance culture.

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Key Responsibilities

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Operational Leadership

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- Lead the day-to-day delivery of all facility management services
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- Oversee hard and soft services including maintenance, cleaning, grounds, pest management and associated IFM services
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- Ensure critical infrastructure remains operational and compliant at all times
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- Drive service delivery performance and continuous improvement initiatives
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Compliance & Governance

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- Ensure compliance with GMP, GxP, Australian Standards and all relevant regulatory requirements
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- Develop, implement and review facility management procedures and SOPs
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- Conduct audits, inspections and risk assessments
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- Maintain a strong safety culture aligned with Equans policies and client expectations
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Asset & Maintenance Management

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- Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance activities
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- Oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building systems and critical infrastructure
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- Manage CMMS systems and maintenance programs
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- Drive asset performance, reliability and lifecycle planning
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Leadership & Team Development

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- Lead, mentor and develop facility personnel and contractors
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- Foster a culture of accountability, safety and operational excellence
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- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the site
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- Develop and manage operational budgets
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- Monitor costs and identify efficiency opportunities
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- Deliver projects and improvement initiatives within budget and timeline requirements
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Project Delivery

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- Manage facility upgrades, refurbishments and capital works
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- Coordinate contractors and project teams
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- Ensure projects meet compliance, safety and quality requirement.
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About You

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You are a proven Facilities Management leader with a strong track record managing complex facilities within pharmaceutical, manufacturing, healthcare, laboratory, biotechnology, or other highly regulated environments.

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You combine robust technical knowledge with outstanding leadership capability and have a passion for delivering safe, compliant and high-performing facilities.

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To Be Successful You Will Have:

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- Tertiary qualifications in Facilities Management, Engineering, Building Services, Business or a related discipline
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- Minimum 10 years' experience in Facilities Management leadership roles
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- Experience within a highly regulated environments
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- Strong knowledge of GMP, GxP and compliance frameworks
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- Excellent understanding of Australian Standards and facility management best practice
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- Demonstrated experience managing large maintenance and operational budgets
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- Solid contractor and stakeholder management capability
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- Experience using CMMS systems, preferably Maximo
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- Outstanding communication, leadership and problem-solving skills
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- Ability to lead multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
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- Ability to successfully complete a National Police Check
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Highly Regarded

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- Certified Facility Manager (CFM)
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- Facility Management Professional (FMP)
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- Experience managing pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities
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Your Next Career Move Starts Here

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It's an opportunity to join a globally respected organisation where governance, safety, compliance and operational excellence are fundamental to everything we do.

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If you're an experienced Facilities Manager looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact while advancing your career within a world-class business, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Facilities Manager (Victoria)
🏢 EQUANS
📍 Victoria