Coordinator Facilities Management

BAND 7: $105,483 - $118,035 + superannuation. Full-Time, with monthly RDO
- Lead the planning, maintenance, and development of Council’s facilities to meet community needs and optimise asset life.
- Provide leadership to the Facilities Management team, contractors, and consultants to deliver safe, efficient, and value-for-money services.

**About Baw Baw Shire Council**

A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. You'll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.

Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time, part-time and casual employees, all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life sway, study support, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.

At Baw Baw Shire Council, we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.

Located adjacent to Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne's CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training, seminars and conferences in the city, without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.

**Job Summary**

Baw Baw Shire Council is seeking a Coordinator Facilities Management to lead the planning and delivery of building and facility services. You will ensure Council’s assets are safe, well maintained, and cost-effective, while providing technical and leadership expertise to guide services across the municipality.

**About the Role**

As Coordinator Facilities Management, you will play a vital role in the ongoing maintenance and development of Council’s diverse building portfolio. This includes overseeing inspections, condition assessments, and proactive maintenance planning, as well as ensuring compliance with policies, budgets, and community expectations.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Leading and supporting a small team of officers, casual staff, and contractors to deliver responsive and customer-focused services.
- Providing technical expertise to resolve complex facility planning and management issues.
- Managing budgets and ensuring services deliver value for money.
- Contributing to the development and implementation of asset management plans to optimise the life cycle of Council’s assets.
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders, contractors, and the community to ensure Council facilities are safe, functional, and future-ready.

We are seeking a proactive and skilled facilities management professional who thrives in a leadership role. You will bring strong technical knowledge of building and facility management, project management, and asset planning, along with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Tertiary qualifications or extensive experience in building, facility, or project management.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate a team, contractors, and consultants.
- Proven success in delivering asset management programs and achieving service outcomes.
- Strong financial management, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A current Victorian driver’s licence.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a key leadership role that directly contributes to the quality, safety, and sustainability of Council’s facilities for the community.

**Why you'll love working at Baw Baw Shire**
- Hybrid work is the norm here at Baw Baw for roles that can support it.
- Flexible work options, Baw Baw is committed to work-life balance.
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs.
- Access to rostered day off every four weeks (when working full time.)
- Career development opportunities.
- Study/development assistance.
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP.)
- A thriving Social Club.
- Close to Public transport.
- Ample free parking nearby.

**Further Information and How To Apply**
- Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment._