Parliamentary Service Level 6 West Block Building Manager

Job Title: West Block Building Manager

Employment Type: Ongoing

Classification: Parliamentary Service Level 6

Closing Date: 11:30pm AEDT, 2 July 2026

Contact: Wayne Polzin

The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is recruiting for a Parliamentary Service Level 6 West Block Building Manager within Planning and Quality.

The West Block Building Manager sits within the Planning and Quality Branch, supporting the effective operation of West Block and broader accommodation services across the parliamentary precinct. You will manage the day-to-day running of West Block, respond to building enquiries, coordinate works, and ensure all activity aligns with the West Block Site Handbook and sustainability requirements.

You will work closely with the contracted Facilities Management team to maintain and improve key operational plans and procedures, including emergency management, asset and maintenance planning, and sustainability reporting. The role also supports accommodation services for Australian Parliament House, including furniture management, minor projects, and full lifecycle management of accommodation assets.

This position offers a unique chance to take ownership of a historically significant building and contribute directly to the smooth functioning of a diverse and high-profile operational environment.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a motivated and experienced professional with strong building or facilities management capability and practical experience. The candidate must be willing to be contactable out of hours to respond to urgent building issues and undertake some manual handling work. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

- Robust judgement,



problem-solving skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to work collaboratively, build productive relationships, and adapt to changing operational needs
- Professionalism, resilience, and a commitment to continuous improvement

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

- Experience in building management, facilities coordination, property, or accommodation services
- Experience working with contractors or managing procurement and contracts
- Knowledge of (or ability to learn) emergency management, asset and maintenance planning, and sustainability reporting

Job Specific Requirements

- The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1 (Confidential/Highly Protected/Secret) security clearance

At DPS, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who identify as neurodivergent, and mature aged people.

Duty Statement

Classification: Parliamentary Service Level 6

Branch:



Planning and Quality

Section: Planning

Immediate supervisor: Director, Planning

Under limited/general direction undertake duties in accordance with the agreed standards for the specified classification. The duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Undertake building management responsibilities to ensure the general running and upkeep of West Block, including the monitoring and resolving of building enquiries as they arise
2. Work closely with the contracted Facilities Management team to develop and maintain a range of policies and procedures that outline and support standard building operations. These include, but are not limited to, Emergency Management, Facilities Management Plan, Asset Management planning, Maintenance planning and Sustainability reporting
3. Oversee and facilitate the coordination of building works requests to ensure they align with the West Block Site Handbook, including accommodation and sustainability requirements and commitments
4. Undertake other accommodation duties as required by the Director as they relate to Australian Parliament House including but not limited to furniture management, accommodation requirements, and minor projects
5. Develop and maintain productive working relationships with internal/external stakeholders and service providers to achieve work area and departmental goals
6. Oversee and contribute to management of office accommodation assets throughout their lifecycle including procurement, maintenance and disposal
7. Oversee and contribute to management of the West Block lease and contracts, including contract renewal and appointment of service pro

📌 Parliamentary Service Level 6 West Block Building Manager (Canberra)
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