The Facility Management Association of Australia (FMA) is the peak national body representing the facilities management profession. With approximately 4000 members across corporate and individual categories, FMA advocates for an industry that employs more than 200,000 people and contributes over $32 billion to Australia's GDP each year.

We are seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to lead the Association into its next chapter. Reporting to the Board, you will be responsible for strategy, advocacy, membership growth, and the overall performance of a lean, high-impact organisation.

The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to lead a respected industry association at the intersection of commercial operations, professional standards, and government advocacy. You will be the public face of the facilities management association, driving influence with decision-makers while ensuring the Association delivers tangible value to its members.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of the Association's strategic plan in partnership with the Board

Drive advocacy and government relations to strengthen the industry's voice in policy and regulation

Oversee financial management, budgeting, and sustainable revenue growth

Grow and retain membership across both individual and corporate categories

Lead a small, high-performing team and foster a culture of excellence

Deliver career development,



education, and competency standards for he profession

Build and maintain strong relationships with industry leaders, sponsors, and international partners

Represent FMA at industry events, media engagements and stakeholder forums

About You You are a dynamic, impactful and caring senior executive with a proven track record of leading organisations or significant business units. Ideally you may bring relevant experience from an industry association, not-for-profit, or professional membership body, combined with strong commercial acumen.

You will have

Demonstrated success in advocacy, government relations, or stakeholder influence

Experience managing budgets and driving sustainable revenue

Excellent Board and stakeholder management skills

A strategic mindset with the ability to balance mission and commercial outcomes

Strong understanding of the facilities management sector (or transferable industry leadership experience)

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline

Why Join FMA

Lead the peak body for a critical and growing national industry

Influence policy and shape professional standards at a national level

Work closely with a committed Board and engaged membership base

Competitive remuneration package commensurate with the seniority of the role

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📌 Chief Executive Officer - Facility Management Association of Australia (Melbourne)
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