* Exciting opportunity for an experienced Facilities Manager
* Lead facilities operations that create real social impact
* Permanent full-time role + salary packaging options + other benefits
About Us
Community Housing Limited (CHL) is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to addressing housing issues and supporting vulnerable communities through the delivery of affordable, secure and sustainable housing. We are driven by our vision of a world without housing poverty and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive and safe workplace where our people feel valued, empowered and proud of the work they do.
The Role
Join us as a Facilities Manager and lead with purpose in a thriving Build‐to‐Rent environment, working across our GLM1 Brighton, Prahran and Flemington; and soon to be GLM2 sites across Hampton, Port Melbourne and South Yarra. You'll be responsible for ensuring our property portfolio performs at its best, driving resident satisfaction, safety, sustainability, and operational excellence. This is a senior leadership role for someone with initiative, strong judgement, and a passion for building thriving communities. If you're motivated by meaningful work, have the ability to drive outcomes and want to elevate the living experience for thousands of residents, we'd love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the facilities team in developing and executing asset management strategies while proactively assessing the property portfolio and ensuring optimal performance and longevity
* Ensure all asset management activities align with relevant standards, including ISO 55000, to maintain consistency, quality, and compliance in accordance with best practice
* Ensure all maintenance and project works across the property portfolio are completed within agreed timeframes and oversee remediation work to required standards
* Manage and maintain thorough records of inspections, audits, certifications and all compliance related activities for audit and operational needs
* Establish and update annual asset management plans based on current conditions, priorities, and organisational objectives
* Manage allocated budgets, monitor expenditure and provide monthly financial reports comparing actual spend against budget forecasts
* Have a strong focus on and identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities that support the organisation's strategic goals
* Promote safety and compliance to ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are upheld across all facilities operations
About You
You have proven experience in facilities or property management, ideally within a residential or Build‐to‐Rent environment and have demonstrated success in managing multi‐site portfolios. As a confident communicator you are experienced in leading and supervising maintenance teams and contractors and have demonstrated ability to coordinate activities whilst liaising with internal and external stakeholders. You will have a proved track record of improving operational efficiency and resident satisfaction through proactive facilities management.
To be successful in this role, you will have the following:
* Minimum 3 years' experience working in facilities or property management
* Experience leading or supervising maintenance teams or contractors
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Ability to work flexibly in a fast paced and dynamic environment
* Sound knowledge and application of WHS practices
* Green/White card (or ability to obtain)
* Demonstrated computer literacy in Microsoft windows and asset management systems
* Exposure to ISO 55000 or similar asset management frameworks (highly desirable)
* Current Drivers Licence
* Knowledge and understanding of the community and public housing sectors beneficial
* Commitment to the right of every person to good quality housing
Please note that satisfactory police check is required for all staff and those with client related responsibilities are required to provide a NDIS and Working with Children Check (WWCC).
As an equal opportunity employer, CHL works closely with people from a diverse range of backgrounds. CHL acknowledges the traditional Aboriginal owners of country throughout Australia and we pay our respects to them, their culture and their Elders past and present.
Apply Now!
To apply online, please click on "Apply" below and submit your cover letter, resume and responses to application questions.
For a confidential conversation about the position please contact Caitlin Gibbs, General Manager BTR at caitlin.gibbs@chl.org.au or 03 9978 9004.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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