Global Facilities Leader

3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeFacilities Full time $140,000 - $165,000

Global Operations Strategist

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead our global facilities operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing a cohesive maintenance strategy, overseeing vendor management and procurement, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation, budgeting, and cost optimisation, and collaborating with regional facilities teams.

  • Develop, implement, and audit a cohesive global maintenance strategy to ensure standardised processes, operational efficiency, and compliance across all campuses.
  • Oversee both preventative and reactive maintenance programs, minimising downtime and operational disruptions.
  • Optimise building performance through strategic asset management, sustainability initiatives, and lifecycle planning.
Vendor Management & Procurement
  • Establish and manage global vendor relationships across mechanical, electrical, fire safety, plumbing, and general facilities maintenance services.
  • Drive vendor consolidation initiatives to enhance cost efficiency, service quality, and contract consistency.
  • Oversee vendor approval, onboarding, and ongoing performance reviews to maintain high service standards.
Compliance & Risk Mitigation
  • Ensure all campuses comply with local and international standards across fire safety, electrical, mechanical, and environmental regulations.
  • Implement a centralised system for compliance and certification tracking to manage inspections and audits effectively.
  • Lead the development and execution of safety protocols, emergency maintenance procedures, and risk mitigation strategies.
Budgeting & Cost Optimisation
  • Develop and manage a global maintenance budget, delivering cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality.
  • Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through predictive maintenance, bulk procurement, and process enhancements.
  • Support long-term capital planning for facility upgrades, asset lifecycle management, and replacement planning.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
  • Partner with regional facilities teams to ensure seamless, consistent execution of maintenance programs across locations.
  • Collaborate closely with Real Estate, Workplace Experience, Finance, and Legal teams to align maintenance operations with broader business goals.
  • Provide regular reporting, insights, and analysis on global maintenance performance, spend, and risk exposure.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in facilities maintenance, property management, or operations at a global scale, with strong knowledge of building systems, regulatory compliance, sustainability practices, and asset management. They will possess exceptional problem-solving skills, leadership qualities, and thrive in cross-functional collaboration within fast-paced environments.

About the Team:

We support everything from hospitality and events to facilities and wellbeing, ensuring that every campus is a space our people can thrive in.

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