Facilities Manager

Who We Are?

Scape’s vision is to be the Earth’s best living company (so you can see straight off the bat we are a conservative bunch!). We are a leading provider of student accommodation in Australia. We currently have the capacity to provide a home to 19,000 students (and are growing) and we don't simply provide a bed and roof; we also provide a unique, amazing experience and a safe environment to help students make the most of their studies.

The Role

Managing the Facilities team and an allocated Brisbane based portfolio, you’ll be part of an enthusiastic team who maintains the best purpose-built student accommodation facilities in Australia. 

Facilities Managers are responsible for the day to day and strategic facilities management across a portfolio of allocated asset/s within a precinct. Facilities Managers play a critical leadership role ensuring that Facilities team members understand the expectations of them and have the skills and knowledge required to meet and execute on those expectations.

Key areas of responsibility for the successful candidate will include: 

• Ensuring compliance, statutory, healthy & safety obligations across all properties and all updates to these requirements are actioned promptly
• Managing programmed and reactive maintenance works across the Scape (City) portfolio, including the ongoing management of contractors and working closely with the National Facilities Manager regarding financial planning and budgets
• Ownership of defect, liability and warranty issues across a number of our properties
• Administering Facilities Management software, including works, asset and contractor management applications
• Leading a team of Facilities staff and working closely alongside the National Facilities Manager and other interstate Facilities Managers.
• Assisting with the overall strategic approach of Facilities, ensuring planning is in place to maintain the highest standards of service and that the company is best placed to face the challenges of a constantly changing economic climate

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a highly driven individual with the ability to make measured decisions in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Facilities Manager
• Outstanding organisational & coordination skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and working under pressure
• Strong contractor management skills
• A hard worker with an excellent attention to detail, who is proactive in identifying and troubleshooting issues
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work individually on a project or in a team environment
• Wide understanding of legal requirements and statutory obligations applying to buildings
• Good knowledge of health and safety legislation

Perks & Benefits

At Scape, we are all about creating and sharing the good vibes. Below are just some of the perks of joining our team:

• Annual flu vaccinations and skin checks to keep you healthy and thriving.
• Insurance discounts up to 10% with top providers like Bupa, nib, and NobleOak.
• A month dedicated to your well-being and health, plus a day off to celebrate however you want.
• Passionate work environment that inspires and energizes.
• Birthday leave because your special day deserves to be celebrated.
• Generous referral bonuses (up to $5k) for bringing great talent to our team.
• EAP, Sonder & Duress support to ensure your peace of mind.

Interested? Here'S How To Apply

This is a great time to be joining a growing business, that is willing and able to make a difference for our student residents, stakeholders and the community as a whole.

Please note that we will review applications and contact candidates on a rolling basis. The earlier you apply for this opportunity, the better!

If you feel you would like to join our team, apply now with your CV and 1-page cover letter!

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At Scape we honour and welcome our rich heritage and contributions of First Nations and Indigenous peoples. Our workplace embraces diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment that respects and values your culture, traditions, and perspectives. Join us in building a harmonious and empowered community where everyone's voice is heard and celebrated.