Facilities & Maintenance Manager - Canberra, Australia - Downer Group

Downer Group

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Canberra, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Leadership roles to support facility maintenance services

Join our closeknit and inclusive team
Located in Canberra

Downer Group employs approximately 50,000 people across more than 300 sites, primarily in Australia and New Zealand. Downer designs, builds, and sustains assets, infrastructure and facilities and we are the leading provider of integrated services.

Downer Defence is the lead contractor providing Estate Maintenance and Operation Services (EMOS) for the Department of Defence in Queensland and Southern New South Wales.

As lead contractor within the region, we deliver a suite of services to support Defence capability.?

We currently have an opportunity for a self-motivated
Facilities & Maintenance Manager to join the team, located in Canberra. You will support overseeing the operational implementation of our Estate Upkeep maintenance services.

About your role

Reporting to the _Service Delivery Manager_, you will be responsible for the service delivery of tradespeople and subcontractors across the base services area sites as well as the preparation and scheduling of performance based and responsive maintenance works.

You will support with the delivery of facilities maintenance services to Defence properties throughout the ACT region.

About you

Extensive experience in a similar
Facilities & Maintenance leadership role, ideally within the commercial building industry or industrial maintenance sector
Ability to lead, support and mentor teams
Trade qualifications in an Electrical, Mechanical, Building or Plumbing (essential)
Experience and proven ability in the provision of advice to management, clients, tradespeople and subcontractors
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of statutory obligations, Codes of practice and Building Code of Australia
Australian Driver's licence (essential)

Benefits

Friendly & supportive culture
Competitive salary, benefits & company vehicle provided
Zero Harm with a strong focus on safety
Free onsite parking
Career and professional development opportunities

**This is a great opportunity to join a reputable company, and work with an amazing team where you will be given the opportunity to develop your career.