Senior Facilities Manager

• Maximum Term position for 12 months
• Rostered Days off – participation in Council’s 9 day fortnight scheme
• $108,203 to $124,433 annual salary + leaseback or vehicle allowance

The Senior Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the management, operation and maintenance of Council’s building facilities, ensuring they remain safe, functional, compliant and fit for purpose.

About the Role

Working closely with the Coordinator, Facilities Management, internal teams, contractors and other stakeholders, the role will contribute to strategic facilities planning while ensuring the effective delivery of day-to-day facilities operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintenance Management – Coordinate planned, preventative and reactive maintenance, including contractors and vendors.
• Facilities Operations – Manage building systems, including access control, BMS, lighting controls and CCTV.
• Planning & Strategy – Support facilities management strategies aligned with organisational and community needs.
• Inspections – Assess asset condition, maintenance and safety issues, and service levels.
• Reporting – Report on maintenance, performance, compliance and facility outcomes.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Build relationships with staff, contractors, tenants and community stakeholders.
• Compliance – Ensure compliance with legislation, codes, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Budget & Resources – Support budgets, monitor expenditure and manage resources for value for money.
• Emergency Preparedness – Support emergency planning, drills and occupant safety initiatives.
• Sustainability – Promote energy efficiency, waste reduction and environmental initiatives.
• General – Undertake other facilities management duties as required.

About the Person

To be successful in this position, ideally you will have:

• Relevant Diploma in facilities management, engineering, building services, or a related field
• Substantial experience in facilities management, maintenance coordination or a related role.
• Sound knowledge of the BCA, Australian Standards, relevant regulations and facilities management best practice. Knowledge of sustainable practices is desirable.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, projects and deadlines.
• Proven ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and build effective relationships.
• Proficiency in facilities management, data analysis and reporting software.
• Current Class C Driver Licence.
• Current Construction Induction (White) Card.

What’s on offer

The City of Canada Bay also offers excellent employee benefits which include:

• A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid work from home arrangements
• A supportive, energetic, and passionate team
• Significant leave benefits
• Continuous training, support, and leadership development
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Yoga classes, Fitness Passport, Flu vaccinations, Skin Cancer Checks)
• And much, much more!

Want to know more?

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description. For a confidential discussion please contact Stephanie Cascun, A/Manager, Building Services and Fleet on [02 9121 0232](tel:02 9121 0232) or via email at [email protected]

How to apply

Candidates MUST apply online by completing the form. Applications close 11:30pm, Thursday, 24 September 2026 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

If you have any accessibility requirements, please feel free to contact Grace Aberin on [02 9121 0238](tel:02 9121 0238)  or email  [email protected]   to discuss.

The City of Canada Bay Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace.

The City of Canada Bay Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining, growing and supporting a diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, and other diversity groups.