Facility manager

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About us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence. We currently employ more than 2,500 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.

The opportunity

We are seeking a talented and energetic individual to be our boots on the ground ensuring the smooth and compliant operations within our program at RAAF Base Edinburgh. Reporting to the National Manager for Business Support and Site Services this individual will be a trusted self-starter that can operate autonomously in a matrix environment. This will be done by engaging with the local Defence base management, service providers, contractors, along with local teams and management to ensure a safe and compliant work environment is provided to our employees. You will be the local point of contact for various facilities across the base and a wide range of responsibilities ranging from escorting contractors, organising and engaging contractors to coordinating program modifications relating to facilities.

The highest levels of personal and professional conduct and adherence to Boeing Behavioral standards are required at all times.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor facilities coordinator, providing daily operational support.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the facilities team and program functions.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for facility related issues for the program and junior members.
• Oversee the planning and execution of facility-related projects, including renovations, expansions, and relocations.
• Analyze facility performance and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Contribute to the development of long-term facilities management strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers, ensuring open lines of communication with vendors to address any issues, provide feedback, and discuss performance.
• Monitor vendor performance ensuring that all external service providers deliver high quality services that meet the organization's operational needs.
• Oversee the program facilities budget, ensuring alignment with program and organizational financial goals.
• Identify and implement cost-effective solutions for facility operations.
• Ensure all facilities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as Boeing's internal policies.
• Lead and participate in safety audits and inspections, addressing any identified hazards or compliance issues.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for senior management regarding facility-related matters.
• Prepare and present reports on facility performance, change proposals and project updates to Program leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support organizational initiatives and enhance workplace satisfaction.

Experience / Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications associated with business or other relevant technical background.
• 5+ years direct experience in a facilities, office management or site services operational role.
• 2+ years working in a large matrix organization.
• Experience in Defence facility management is desirable but not essential.
• Experience working remotely with a geographically dispersed core team.
• Experience dealing with senior stakeholders and translating operational requirements into actionable deliverables.
• Experience with managing and coordinating site operations as it pertains to local laws and company policies and procedures.
• Strong relationship building and stakeholder management skills.
• Project management experience and/or qualifications are highly desirable.

Culture

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-Defence personnel are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Flexible working options
• Study assistance
• Salary packaging
• Employee Incentive Program
• Global opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.