Job Description

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Lead the strategic direction of a dual property, facilities and security portfolio, driving operational excellence.

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This small agency drives world leading research partnership between Australian scientists and counterparts in developing countries, currently funding more than 150 + research projects across over 30 countries throughout the Indo-Pacific.

The Opportunity n

You’ll will lead and coordinate priority facilities, property and security work for this small government agency.

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The role will address immediate operational, compliance and assurance needs across facilities management, defects resolution, post-occupancy review, physical and personnel security, travel security and business continuity planning.

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The position offers professional autonomy, scope for leadership, and the ability to shape outcomes in both facilities management and security across the organisation.

The Role n

As the EL1 Facilities and Security Manager, you will oversee a dual portfolio responsible for both the operational delivery and strategic direction of the department’s property and security services.

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You will be:

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- Coordinating the identification, management and rectification of office defects and facilities issues, through whole-of-government property management provider arrangements where required
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- Assessing the agencies physical, personnel and travel security arrangements, undertake risk assessments, and identify priority risk treatments to strengthen compliance and assurance under the PSPF.
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- Supporting whole-of-government property reporting and planning obligations, including the Australian Government Property Register, emissions accounting and development of an Emissions Reduction Plan and Business Continuity Plan
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- Leading a 12-month post-occupancy review of office accommodation and developing practical options to improve workspace functionality, layout and use
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- Improving visitor management, access controls, security incident escalation pathways and decision records for security, travel and overseas risk events
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- Developing and implementing clear systems, processes and policies, and assurance mechanisms for the ongoing management of facilities, physical security, personnel security, overseas security and business continuity arrangements
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- Providing strategic advice and recommendations to senior management on facilities, property, security and business continuity matters, including emerging risks, compliance obligations and improvement opportunities
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The Ideal Person n

The successful candidate will bring experience in a similar role within the Commonwealth,



or equivalent and excellent knowledge of government accommodation guidelines and the Whole-of-Government Property Servies Provider model.

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In addition, you will have:

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- Demonstrated experience in managing corporate property services and/or physical security operations within a government or large-scale organisation
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- A solid understanding of the PSPF, facility security requirements and relevant property and WHS legislation
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- Proven capability to manage vendors, deliver complex services, and oversee performance under contractual arrangements
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- Strong stakeholder engagement skills with a collaborative approach to problem-solving
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- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders
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Additionally, it would be beneficial if you have:

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- Qualifications in property, facilities management, security, risk management or a related discipline are highly desirable
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- A minimum of a Baseline security clearance
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Salary / Rate n
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- $90/hr – $100/hr + Super
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- Initial 6-month labour hire contract, with 12-month extension option
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- Canberra-based role
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Lead the strategic direction of a dual property, facilities and security portfolio, driving operational excellence.

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This small agency drives world leading research partnership between Australian scientists and counterparts in developing countries, currently funding more than 150 + research projects across over 30 countries throughout the Indo-Pacific.

The Opportunity n

You’ll will lead and coordinate priority facilities, property and security work for this small government agency.

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The role will address immediate operational, compliance and assurance needs across facilities management, defects resolution, post-occupancy review, physical and personnel security, travel security and business continuity planning.

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The position offers professional autonomy, scope for leadership, and the ability to shape outcomes in both facilities management and security across the organisation.

The Role n

As the EL1 Facilities and Security Manager, you will oversee a dual portfolio responsible for both the operational delivery and strategic direction of the department’s property and security services.

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You will be:

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- Coordinating the identification,



management and rectification of office defects and facilities issues, through whole-of-government property management provider arrangements where required
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- Assessing the agencies physical, personnel and travel security arrangements, undertake risk assessments, and identify priority risk treatments to strengthen compliance and assurance under the PSPF.
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- Supporting whole-of-government property reporting and planning obligations, including the Australian Government Property Register, emissions accounting and development of an Emissions Reduction Plan and Business Continuity Plan
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- Leading a 12-month post-occupancy review of office accommodation and developing practical options to improve workspace functionality, layout and use
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- Improving visitor management, access controls, security incident escalation pathways and decision records for security, travel and overseas risk events
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- Developing and implementing clear systems, processes and policies, and assurance mechanisms for the ongoing management of facilities, physical security, personnel security, overseas security and business continuity arrangements
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- Providing strategic advice and recommendations to senior management on facilities, property, security and business continuity matters, including emerging risks, compliance obligations and improvement opportunities
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The Ideal Person n

The successful candidate will bring experience in a similar role within the Commonwealth, or equivalent and excellent knowledge of government accommodation guidelines and the Whole-of-Government Property Servies Provider model.

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In addition, you will have:

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- Demonstrated experience in managing corporate property services and/or physical security operations within a government or large-scale organisation
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- A solid understanding of the PSPF, facility security requirements and relevant property and WHS legislation
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- Proven capability to manage vendors, deliver complex services, and oversee performance under contractual arrangements
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- Robust stakeholder engagement skills with a collaborative approach to problem-solving
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- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders
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Additionally, it would be beneficial if you have:

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- Qualifications in property, facilities management, security, risk management or a related discipline are highly desirable
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- A minimum of a Baseline security clearance
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Salary / Rate n
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- $90/hr – $100/hr + Super
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- Initial 6-month labour hire contract, with 12-month extension option
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- Canberra-based role
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📌 Facilities and Security Manager (Canberra)
🏢 HorizonOne Recruitment Pty
📍 Canberra