The Facilities Manager is responsible for the effective management, maintenance, and compliance of two premium over 55s retirement living communities located in Applewood, Doncaster and Rivervue, Avondale Heights. The role ensures both sites are safe, well-maintained, and compliant with all relevant legislation, while delivering high-quality living environments for residents. This position requires solid organisational and interpersonal skills to balance priorities across both locations, ensuring consistent service delivery, operational efficiency and budget management. The role is hands-on and site-based—working closely with residents, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
Key responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day maintenance and repair of buildings, infrastructure, plant, and equipment across both villages for both common property and units
Implement and manage preventative and reactive maintenance programs including managing within budgets
Triage, prioritise and coordinate works across two locations, ensuring minimal disruption to residents
Maintain critical infrastructure including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, telecommunications, lifts, and fire systems
Manage a register of authorised contractors by capability and manage performance accordingly
Engage, induct, and supervise contractors across both sites




Ensure compliance with Retirement Villages Act ****, Occupational Health and Safety Act ****, Building Act ****, relevant fire safety regulations and Australian Standards
Maintain compliance registers, maintenance logs, and audit documentation
Manage the refurbishment program of units following resident departure, working with the sales department on scope and specifications
Assist Village Managers to develop and manage maintenance budgets for both villages
About you
Relevant trade qualification or tertiary qualification in Facilities Management, Building Services, or similar
Demonstrated experience in facilities or property management (retirement living, aged care, or multi-site environments preferred)
Experience managing multiple sites or portfolios
Strong understanding of Victorian compliance requirements and Essential Safety Measures (ESM)
Proven contractor and stakeholder management experience
Financial and budget management capability
Proven experience in management Capital Maintenance Plans
Current driver's licence (required for travel between sites)
Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities across two locations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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📌 Facilities Manager (Melbourne)
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📍 Melbourne