Adelaide Facilities Management Role
We are passionate about property, but it takes more than passion to make us the world's most successful privately-owned property agency and consultancy.
With a 125-year heritage, we are part of a global property powerhouse dedicated to providing our clients with the best advice across commercial and residential property transactional and advisory services.
Knight Frank is a place where you can bring your whole self to work. That's what makes us a diverse collection of experts, problem solvers, and innovators. Our purpose is to empower and encourage our people to think differently about how we can make a positive impact as a firm.
What We Offer
* Competitive remuneration package
* Career development opportunities such as internal and external mentoring, leadership education training, and study leave to focus on your personal growth
* A generous 16-week parental scheme plus superannuation for a full 12 months
* Birthday leave
* Swap around a public holiday for a cultural swap day
* Two Wellness Days to focus on your physical and/or mental wellbeing
* Additional two weeks leave each year for personal time with family or friends
* Two paid volunteer days annually to support one of our affiliated charities
* Access to "The Vault," our reward platform offering discounts at retailers, supermarkets, lifestyle benefits, and corporate discounts
* Subsidy for private health insurance excess for hospitalisation of you or an immediate family member
The Role
Our Facilities Management team is recognized as a leader in delivering top-tier facilities management across Australia. You will be responsible for a portfolio of Commercial and Industrial Properties in Adelaide.
Your success will depend on your ability to provide exceptional client service, foster strong tenant relationships, prepare and manage reports, oversee contracts, and achieve set objectives. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, capable of strategic thinking, and able to collaborate effectively with team members.
"Knight Frank provides the tools, support, and most importantly, places total trust in your ability to complete the role of an Operations/Facility Manager. Regular back-end advice on compliance items is provided. The team support culture is genuinely practiced." – Mike Myers, Retail Operations Manager
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct weekly presentation inspections for all assets.
* Conduct monthly property inspections for all assets.
* Serve as the primary contact for technical and maintenance advice across retail centers.
* Procure services to ensure technical, risk, and statutory requirements are met within budget.
* Manage essential services, including air conditioning, lifts, and fire safety.
* Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, tenants, and tenant representatives.
* Ensure timely delivery of compliance, risk, and sustainability targets and KPIs.
* Ensure optimal operation of buildings according to design.
* Monitor and manage energy and water consumption.
* Manage smaller-scale capital expenditure improvements independently.
* Prepare detailed monthly activity reports.
Requirements
* At least 2 years of experience in commercial, retail, or industrial facilities and/or property industries.
* Building trade background is preferred but not essential.
* Proven success in similar roles or related industries.
* Effective communication skills, with succinct written communication.
* Ability to analyze and resolve basic issues.
* Initiative and a proactive work approach.
* Proven track record in contract and contractor management.
* Must have a valid driver's license and own reliable transportation.