Area Facilities Manager

Number Of Positions Available:

1

About Us

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.  We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better.  It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.  

We’re seeking a dynamic Area Facilities Manager to oversee the operational integrity, compliance, and maintenance of aged care properties across NSW, with potential for interstate oversight.

About The Role

You will oversee 8–9 aged care sites, managing up to 15 maintenance staff and ensuring the upkeep of buildings, infrastructure, grounds, and equipment. Focusing on property maintenance, compliance and operational efficiency that supports resident care, community wellbeing and the build environment. The role requires a strong understanding of property management, legislation and the specific needs of an aged care facility to create safe, comfortable and compliant centres.

This is a permanent, full-time position based at our Redfern office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and implement strategic facilities plans across multiple aged care sites, ensuring timely delivery of maintenance, compliance, and capital works.
• Manage risk and emergency protocols, ensuring business continuity and safety standards are upheld.
• Oversee asset lifecycle and vendor performance, driving efficiency and accountability across the portfolio.
• Control budgets and financial forecasting, ensuring accurate tracking of operating and capital expenditure.
• Maintain accreditation readiness, with up-to-date documentation, certifications, and governance across all sites.

About You

You’re a flexible, hands-on leader who thrives in dynamic environments and takes ownership of outcomes. You’re confident working independently, while also engaging effectively with teams and stakeholders at all levels.

• Demonstrated experience managing Aged Care environments.
• An engineering, building or trade qualification / background preferable.
• A strong understanding of Building Codes, Australian Standards, Essential Services, Statutory and WHS legislation.
• Experience in overseeing / project managing of minor capital works project (typically under $150k) Contractor performance management.
• Adaptable and able to pivot quickly in response to changing priorities.
• Proficient IT skills, including facilities management software and the Microsoft Office suite.

Why Work For Us?

TSA offers an inclusive work culture and strong opportunities for career development. In return we also offer benefits such as;

• An attractive salary including NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits ($2650).
• Tool of Trade vehicle provided with on-site parking.
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
• Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service.

How To Apply

If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values.  If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration