Facilities & Projects Manager

Join a purpose-driven organisation where your expertise in infrastructure and facilities helps to create safe, sustainable environments for animal welfare to thrive.

RSPCA Queensland is seeking a proactive and strategic Facilities and Projects Manager to lead the operational oversight and continuous improvement of our built environment across multiple sites. In this hands-on leadership role, you will ensure our facilities are safe, compliant and support best-practice animal care while also planning and delivering minor to mid-scale infrastructure projects across the state.

This is more than just facilities management, it's your opportunity to directly impact the wellbeing of animals and the teams that support them.

About the Role

As our Facilities and Projects Manager, you'll take ownership of day-to-day facility operations and lead the planning, budgeting and execution of infrastructure projects including refurbishments, new builds and upgrades. You will collaborate across departments to ensure our facilities meet operational needs while aligning with long-term strategic development plans.

Key areas you will contribute

You'll provide leadership across facilities and projects, balancing strategic direction with operational delivery.

You will:

• Manage facility operations across multiple sites to ensure safety, compliance, and functionality
• Deliver scheduled maintenance, emergency repairs, and condition-based asset interventions
• Lead the end-to-end delivery of construction and capital works projects
• Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, timelines, and quality outcomes
• Ensure compliance with WHS, environmental, and planning regulations
• Engage and manage consultants, contractors, and service providers
• Conduct property risk assessments and oversee emergency planning
• Support long-term property strategy, planning and capital forecasting
• Maintain an asset register and contribute to sustainability and energy efficiency goals
• Supervise and mentor facilities staff and contribute to a safe, positive team culture

About You

You'll be an experienced and solutions-focused facilities professional with:

• Qualifications in Facilities Management, Construction, Project Management or a related discipline
• Proven experience managing facilities operations and infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of WHS, building compliance and risk management
• Skilled in budgeting, contractor management, and project scheduling
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience working across operational or multi-site environments
• A collaborative approach and ability to lead through change
• A genuine passion for animal welfare and alignment to RSPCA Qld's mission

Why Join Us?

At RSPCA Qld, we offer:

• Meaningful Work: Help shape environments that support animal care and community services
• Diverse Role: Engage in both operational and strategic work across varied locations
• Team Connection: Work with passionate people committed to our shared purpose
• Benefits: Vehicle allowance or pool vehicle access, salary packaging, professional development
• Impact: See the results of your work in upgraded shelters, clinics, and workplaces

Work Environment

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring frequent site visits across RSPCA Qld's metropolitan, regional and remote locations. You will operate in a variety of environments including active animal shelters and live construction sites. The role demands situational awareness, adaptability, and strong collaboration with operational, trade and executive teams.

Join us and be part of a team where every upgrade, project, and repair helps us better care for animals across Queensland.

Ready to apply

Submit your resume today and help us build spaces where animal care and compassion can thrive.

Please note: The successful candidate will be required to complete a National Police Check. You may also be asked to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment.

RSPCA Queensland acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and pays respect to Elders past and present. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion across our workforce.