Facilities Manager

• 4-month fixed-term contract role from November 2026 to March 2027.
• Manage a premium portfolio of Melbourne office assets.
• Join a high-performing Asset Management Services team, working closely with Property Managers and institutional clients.

Who are we looking for?

• Proven experience in a Facilities Management role within commercial property.
• Trade qualification in a building related field (desirable not essential).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship development skills.
• Knowledge of operations, industry best practice, building codes and legislative requirements relating to facilities management.
• Ability to operate with a high level of autonomy and able to manage and priorities competing demands.

The Role You will be responsible for ensuring each asset operates safely, efficiently and to a high standard. You'll play a key role in managing contractors, maintenance programs, compliance obligations and sustainability initiatives, while delivering exceptional service to tenants and stakeholders.

This role offers exposure to a diverse mix of premium office assets, providing an excellent opportunity to further develop your technical, operational and stakeholder management capabilities within one of Australia's leading property consultancies.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the primary contact for tenants for technical and maintenance advice, supporting the building tenants, your Property Manager and the client.
• Day-to-day building management including operations & compliance matters.
• Provide written recommendations to the clients and Property Manager for major maintenance items, or to improve efficiencies on maintenance and operational issues.
• Regularly engage with tenants and other building stakeholders ensuring a high level of quality control of all contractors.
• Conduct regular inspections of the entire building, including all common areas and plant rooms.
• Develop, implement and maintain Risk Management procedures in accordance with National and State regulations and Client’s requirements.
• Be aware of property budgets and work closely with the Property Manager to ensure appropriate levels of spending are achieved across the managed properties.

About Knight Frank Knight Frank Australia is part of the world’s largest privately owned property consultancy. We provide transactional and advisory services across commercial property, including office, retail, and industrial assets.

What’s in it for you?

• People first culture with visible, approachable leaders who keep everyone connected through open conversations and regular business updates.
• Work smarter with purpose-built property platforms and technology designed to save you time every day.
• Manage a premium portfolio of Melbourne office assets on a 4-month fixed-term contract within one of Australia’s leading property consultancies.

Important to know

• You must have valid Australian working rights to be considered.
• A police check is required for successful candidates.
• We use AI tools to assist with hiring, but people make the final decisions.
• We are currently NOT accepting candidates via an agency, we have PSA’s in place.