Facilities Manager

• Melbourne CBD commercial property assets.
  
• Build on your Facilities Management, engineering or trade experience within a leading property consultancy.
  
• Join high-performing teams delivering operational excellence across commercial buildings.
  

Who we’re looking for?

• Relevant experience in Facilities Management, or from an engineering (mechanical, electrical) or trade-based background.
  
• Trade qualification in electrical, mechanical engineering or plumbing is highly desirable.
  
• Strong understanding of building systems (HVAC, BMS, mechanical operations) and facilities management processes is highly desirable.
  
• High level of financial awareness, computer literacy, and problem-solving capability.
  
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with confidence communicating with contractors, tenants, and senior stakeholders.
  
• Knowledge of facilities management operations, industry best practice, building codes and legislative requirements.
  
• A hands-on, proactive attitude with the willingness to learn, adapt and contribute to a fast-paced environment.
  

The role
As a Facilities Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day operation, presentation and maintenance of commercial assets in Melbourne CBD. Working closely with Property Managers, clients, tenants and contractors, you'll help ensure assets are operating safely, efficiently and in line with client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the primary contact for technical and maintenance advice, supporting your Property Manager and client.
  
• Day-to-day building management including operations & compliance matters.
  
• Provide recommendations to the clients and Property Manager to improve efficiencies on maintenance and operational issues.
  
• Ensure a high level of quality control of all contractors.
  
• Play a key role in driving asset sustainability performance.
  
• Conduct regular inspections of the entire building(s), including all common areas and plant rooms.
  
• Develop, implement and maintain Risk Management procedures in accordance with National and State regulations and Client’s requirements.
  

About Knight Frank
Knight Frank Australia is part of the world’s largest privately owned property consultancy. We provide transactional and advisory services across commercial property, including office, retail, and industrial assets.

What’s in it for you?

• Enjoy two extra weeks of leave, two wellness days every year, and your birthday off to celebrate your way.
  
• People first culture with visible, approachable leaders who keep everyone connected through open conversations and regular business updates.
  
• Drive your career forward with structured six monthly check ins and the ability to start growth conversations anytime.
  
• Work smarter with purpose-built property platforms and technology designed to save you time every day.
  

Important to know

• You must have valid Australian working rights to be considered.
  
• A police check is required for successful candidates.
  
• We use AI tools to assist with hiring, but people make the final decisions.
  
• We are currently NOT accepting candidates via an agency, we have PSA’s in place.