Coordinator Building & Facilities Management

Requisition Number: 630

Salary Range: $112,251.56 - $138,671.60 per annum

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent

Location: 158a Martyn Street, Cairns Qld

Application Close Date: Tuesday, 6 May 2025 11.30pm AEST

Fancy living and working in paradise? Cairns is a beautiful tropical paradise where the lush rainforest meets the sparkling sea. Nestled in the heart of Far North Queensland, Cairns is a vibrant city known for its breathtaking natural beauty, laid-back lifestyle, and warm hospitality. Our unique city is a gateway to two World Heritage-listed wonders: the Great Barrier Reef, teeming with colourful marine life, and the Daintree Rainforest, one of the oldest rainforests on Earth.

With its balmy climate, stunning landscapes, and an abundance of outdoor adventures, Cairns offers the perfect balance between relaxation and exploration. Whether you're strolling along the Esplanade, savouring fresh local seafood, or venturing out for a day of diving, hiking, or simply soaking in the tropical atmosphere, Cairns is a place where life feels like an endless holiday. Come and experience the magic of living in this tropical haven!

The Role:

Are you prepared to join a high-performing team and play a key leadership role in sustaining and enhancing our buildings, facilitates and assets? If so, this is the ideal opportunity for you to make a significant impact and drive excellence within our organisation!

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Coordinator - Building and Facilities Management to provide strategic leadership to our Facilities Management team. Your expertise in leadership and managing complex asset management programs including the development and execution of asset management plans and strategic capital works programs will be instrumental in enhancing the safety, reliability and functionality of our assets.

What You’ll Do:

Leadership & Culture: Foster a positive, high-performance workplace culture by providing strategic leadership that empowers team members to reach their full potential, promotes collaboration, and drives continuous innovation.

Asset Management: Design and execute comprehensive strategies for the full lifecycle management of critical assets, with a focus on maximising operational efficiency, reliability, and long-term sustainability.

Project Management: Lead the end-to-end delivery of maintenance and facilities improvement projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and in alignment with safety, quality, and organisational standards.

Problem-Solving: Proactively address operational challenges by applying innovative and effective solutions, ensuring the continuous and seamless performance of all building systems and facilities.

Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure maintenance and improvement initiatives are strategically aligned with organisational goals and operational priorities.

What We’re Looking For:

Proven Experience: Demonstrated leadership expertise in facilities management, asset management, and program delivery within a large or complex organisational environment.

Leadership Excellence: A confident and inspirational leader with a track record of motivating high performance teams to achieve exceptional results.

Strategic Problem-Solver: A critical and analytical thinker with a proactive approach to developing practical and innovative solutions to complex technical issues.

Technical Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of engineering systems, maintenance methodologies, and relevant industry standards and regulations.

Effective Communication: Outstanding interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders across all levels.

Why Join Us?

Meaningful Impact: Contribute directly to enhancing the performance, functionality, and future of our buildings and facilities.

Collaborative Environment: Join a dynamic and forward-thinking team that values support, collaboration and shared success.

Continuous Development: Take advantage of comprehensive training and development opportunities to further your professional growth.

Competitive Benefits: Benefit from a competitive remuneration package and a rewarding career path, alongside a range of employee focused benefits.

Additional Benefits:

Relocation assistance may be available for preferred candidates.

Commuter use of a Council vehicle is provided with this position.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are passionate about facilities management and ready to lead with vision and excellence, we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career.

We are committed to:

• Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
• Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: (07) 4044 3310

Email: jobs@cairns.qld.gov.au

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council