Manager - Facilities and Assets

• Full time Ongoing position, based at our Little Collins Street Office 
• This position will be full time on site 
• Annual salary is $100,790 + 12% super
• Other benefits include:
  • Regular performance feedback and performance review process
  • Supportive environment and caring work culture with work/life balance
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Salary packaging (Full FBT employer) including: superannuation, Novated Leases, laptops, mobile phones, professional development, subscriptions and memberships, and briefcases
  • Flare Employee Discounts Program
  • 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

AMES Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands and waters where we live and work. We pay respect to their elders past, present and emerging. 

*AMES Australia offers cultural, ceremonial, and representative leave to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees in observing significant cultural practices, attending community meetings and ceremonies, and fulfilling official duties with the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria.

About the role

If successful, you will be responsible for the lifecycle management of AMES Australia’s property assets, including planning, operation, maintenance, renewal and disposal activities. Reporting to the Director Facilities and Property, this role provides direct support to ensure assets are managed in accordance with asset management principles, regulatory requirements and organisational priorities while delivering safe, compliant and cost-effective facilities that support service delivery.

To be considered for this role, you will be able to demonstrate the following key selection criteria

• Minimum of a Degree in Facilities Management, Asset Management or similar field; AND  
• A minimum 7-8 years’ experience in commercial facilities/asset management, including proven experience managing maintenance programs, compliance obligations, contractors and building operations across a multi-site portfolio
• Demonstrated knowledge of facilities and asset management principles including maintenance planning, lifecycle management, compliance, risk management and contractor oversight
• Sound understanding of the National Construction Code (NCC), Essential Safety Measures (ESM), occupancy requirements, building compliance and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Obligations
• Highly developed stakeholder engagement, communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organisation and with external service providers
• Proven ability to manage service contracts, support procurement activities, budgets and financial reporting across a diverse multisite property portfolio
• Ability to maintain facilities management systems, asset registers, compliance databases and reporting tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office application and property, asset management systems; experience with Finance One or similar systems is desirable
• Strong organisational, analytical and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities across a multi-site property portfolio
• Detailed working knowledge of procedures for the purchase of goods and services, the engagement of contractors and the disposal of surplus plant and equipment
• Knowledge of the Finance One financial system to submit Purchase Orders and Invoices is desirable  
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, customer service and professional values

Applications for this position will be accepted up to 5 PM on the advertised closing date, however interviews and/or other selection processes will commence as suitable applications are received.

To apply for this position please click 'apply now' and submit:

• Your current resume
• Cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined above

About us

AMES Australia is a statutory authority which specialises in the delivery of education, training, employment, settlement and community services to a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) client base.

AMES Australia is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

For more information about our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion please click here.

AMES Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.  Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. All offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory police check and provision of a current Working with Children Check (where required for position).

AMES Australia's Values are: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership, Human Rights.