Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager – Silverwater, NSW
Location: Silverwater, NSW
Company: BGIS
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About BGIS

BGIS is a global leader in integrated facilities management, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to clients across various industries. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of safety, efficiency, and operational excellence.

Purpose of the Role

BGIS is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee facilities operations at a large, complex, and critical Department of Communities & Justice (DCJ) site based in Silverwater, NSW. Reporting directly to the CSNSW & YJ Operations Manager, you will work collaboratively with both client and BGIS teams to ensure the efficient, compliant, and safe delivery of all contracted services—driving client satisfaction, continuous improvement, and commercial performance.

The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator and resilient leader with a passion for service delivery and stakeholder engagement, capable of navigating the challenges of a justice environment and managing subcontractors, budgets, and high-volume maintenance programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver all FM services in accordance with contract obligations and KPIs
• Manage contract financials, budgets, invoicing, cost control, and reporting
• Lead and mentor a team of Facilities Supervisors and Coordinators
• Oversee subcontractor performance, documentation, compliance, and WHS&E standards
• Manage asset planning, maintenance programming, and CMMS accuracy
• Maintain positive client relationships through meetings, reporting, and proactive issue resolution
• Ensure legal, regulatory, and system compliance (QMS, OH&S, EMS)
• Promote risk management, contractor safety, and continuous improvement culture

Education, Experience & Skills

Essential:

• Strong experience in property, real estate, or facilities management, ideally in government or high-security sectors
• Proven success in managing subcontractors, budgets, projects, and maintenance operations
• Deep understanding of QA, OH&S, and environmental systems
• Financial acumen including budget forecasting and invoice reconciliation
• CMMS proficiency (e.g., BEIMS or equivalent) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Resilience, adaptability, and people leadership in high-pressure settings

Desirable:

• Tertiary qualifications in Property, Commerce, Business or related discipline
• Experience in justice, defence, or high-risk operational environments

Workplace Flexibility

This role is based full-time on-site at our client's Silverwater facility, a complex and high-security location.

Why Join BGIS?

Key Benefits Include:
Diverse Facilities Management Experience
Comprehensive Training Programs
Supportive Team Environment
Reward & Recognition
Engagement Opportunities (CSR, community, social events)
Diversity & Inclusion (Work180's Most Improved Company for Gender Diversity – 2024)
Community Engagement (2 paid volunteer days per year)
Industry Recognition (9 prestigious industry awards – 2023)
Ranked 3rd – 2024 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work

BGIS is a global leader in facility management, energy and sustainability, project delivery, asset management, and technical services. We employ over 12,000 people worldwide and manage over 50,000 diverse facilities, including critical environments such as data centres. Our clients span sectors including Defence, Healthcare, Government, Higher Education, and Utilities.

How to Apply

If you are a proactive, skilled, and engaging Facilities Manager looking to join a forward-thinking company, we would love to hear from you

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

Eligibility

To be successful in the role, applicants must have full working rights in Australia.

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Be part of a workplace that values diversity, safety, sustainability, and continuous innovation.

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