Job Title Facilities Manager

Job Description
Summary This is an exciting opportunity for a facilities management professional who thrives in a quick-paced, client-focused environment. You'll be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of properties, ensuring operational excellence across maintenance, compliance, contractor management, financial performance and stakeholder engagement. As a trusted advisor to our client, you will play a critical role in delivering safe, compliant and efficient facilities while driving continuous improvement and exceptional customer outcomes.

Job Description
Eligibility

Requirements:
• Must be an Australian Citizen.
• Must hold, or be willing and eligible to obtain, a Security Clearance.
• Must be based in Melbourne or Sydney. What's in it for You? High-Profile Government Portfolio Support a nationally significant WOAG account and gain exposure to a complex and diverse property portfolio.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage an assigned portfolio of client properties across the WOAG account.
• Act as the primary point of contact for reactive maintenance issues and critical incidents.
• Coordinate contractors and service providers to ensure compliance with service level agreements and statutory requirements.
• Conduct property inspections, audits and compliance assessments, including NABERS-related activities.
• Develop and maintain asset lifecycle plans and asset registers.
• Oversee preventative and reactive maintenance programs.
• Manage operational budgets, maintenance expenditure, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Approve and reconcile invoices and ensure financial controls are maintained.
• Build strong relationships with clients, landlords, contractors and internal stakeholders.




• Ensure service delivery meets contractual obligations and key performance indicators.
• Support business continuity planning, crisis management and incident response activities.
• Drive innovation, process improvement and operational efficiencies.
• Maintain accurate systems, records and reporting.
• Participate in audits and ensure compliance with all workplace health, safety and environmental requirements. What You'll Bring Essential Experience
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Facilities Management, Property Management or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of building operations, maintenance, compliance and contractor management.
• Experience managing budgets, maintenance expenditure and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities across a diverse property portfolio.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and customer service skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and organisational abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing to a broader team environment.
• Strong understanding of compliance, risk management and workplace safety requirements.
• Proven track record of achieving service delivery and KPI outcomes. Desirable
• Experience working within government or highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge of NABERS, asset management and lifecycle planning.
• Relevant qualifications in Facilities Management, Property, Building Services or a related discipline. If you're an experienced Facilities Manager looking for your next challenge within a high-profile government portfolio, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of what's next. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times. INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”

📌 Facilities Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Cushman & Wakefield
📍 Sydney