ASSISTANT FACILITIES MANAGER

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Brisbane City Council is hiring an Assistant Facilities Manager in Infrastructure Services, Facilities Services, on a temporary full-time basis, Band 5 ($98,778 to $111,969 plus super) to support a diverse asset portfolio. This hands-on, contractor facing role centers on site inspections, scoping and coordinating maintenance, and contract oversight to ensure safety, compliance and value for money across sites. You will bring practical FM knowledge in HVAC, fire, electrical and hydraulics, strong contract administration, and stakeholder engagement under pressure. How to apply: tailor your resume and attach a one-page cover letter linking your relevant maintenance scopes, procurement support, WHS and budgeting. Hold a C class licence and apply by 17 June 2026. For details contact Emily Pickford.

Personnel Area: Infrastructure Services

Branch: Construction

Salary Range: Band 5 $98,778 - $111,969 + Superannuation 

Work type: Temporary Full-time 

Duration: Up to May 2028 (Extension/s thereafter but not guaranteed). 

Location: Various  

Our Business  

Brisbane City Council delivers services that keep the city running and supports a safe, liveable and sustainable Brisbane for the community. Within Infrastructure Services, we manage a large and diverse property portfolio that supports essential operations across the city. 

Our Branch  

Facilities Services is responsible for the delivery of facilities management across Council’s property portfolio. Operating within a collaborative FM/AFM model, the team focuses on maintaining safe, compliant and fit-for-purpose assets, with a strong emphasis on contractor management, asset performance and service reliability. 

The Role  

As part of Facilities Services, you will support the delivery of facilities management services across an assigned portfolio of properties. Working in partnership with a facilities Manager, you will help ensure Council’s assets are maintained to a high standard, services are delivered efficiently, and risks are effectively managed. 

This is a hands-on operational role with a strong focus on contractor oversight, maintenance coordination and compliance. You’ll be working across a diverse portfolio, balancing competing priorities while ensuring timely and effective service delivery. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• supporting the day-to-day delivery of facilities management services across assigned properties 
• undertaking site inspections to assess asset condition, identify risks and verify contractor works 
• scoping and coordinating preventative, reactive and condition-based maintenance activities 
• assisting in managing maintenance contracts, including monitoring performance and service delivery 
• preparing scopes of work, obtaining quotations and supporting procurement activities 
• coordinating contractors on site to ensure safe access, minimal disruption and clear accountability 
• responding to urgent or critical issues and supporting timely resolution 
• monitoring works delivery against budgets to ensure value for money 
• maintaining accurate records, service reports and asset information 
• liaising with internal stakeholders, contractors and service providers to support effective outcomes 

To be successful you will have: 

• practical knowledge of facilities management disciplines such as HVAC, fire systems, electrical and hydraulics 
• demonstrated experience coordinating maintenance and contractor-delivered works across multiple sites 
• strong contract administration and contractor performance management capability 
• ability to scope works clearly and manage competing priorities across a large portfolio 
• sound understanding of WHS requirements and statutory maintenance obligations 
• strong attention to detail with a focus on verifying works and ensuring compliance 
• effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills 
• ability to respond calmly and effectively in high-pressure or urgent situations 
• current “C” class driver’s licence 

Benefits of working for Council include:  

• flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements  
• free gym and wellness centre  
• award winning superannuation fund  
• generous leave provisions  
• competitive salary.   

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE 

How to apply:  Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position. 

For more information: Please call Emily Pickford on 07 3178 2794.  

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team. 

Application Closing Date: Wednesday 17 June 2026 at 11:55pm AEST. 

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.