Assistant Facility Manager at Cushman Wakefield

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Analytical skills, Facilities Management, Maintenance strategies, Asset assessments, Contract management, Vendor oversight, Preventive maintenance planning, Organizational structuring, Workforce planning, Shift scheduling, EHS regulations, QA systems, Project management, KPI tracking, Inventory management

Industry

Real Estate

Description

Job Title Assistant Facility Manager Job Description Summary Job Description Summary Lead the setup and delivery of Facility Management (FM) operations by building a high-performing FM team, defining maintenance strategies, and establishing structured processes, safety standards, and quality controls. The role oversees operational planning, contractor management, procurement, and performance governance to ensure efficient, compliant, and high-quality FM service delivery. Job Description About the role: Establish a team of FM experts for operational analysis. Define maintenance and repair needs based on site conditions. Review contracts and scopes of work for specialist sub-contractors. Identify and procure required hand tools and equipment. Develop planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedules. Design the FM organizational structure and phase-in plan for site personnel. Set work schedules, shift arrangements, and deployment plans. Establish safety and quality assurance (QA) programs with supporting training. Implement FM operations including staff onboarding, vendor coordination, and documentation. Monitor FM performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations. Oversee procurement and handling of spare parts, tools, and equipment. Standardize operational procedures, reporting protocols, and communication processes. Conduct performance reviews and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. About you: Proven leadership and analytical skills in Facilities Management. Strong experience in defining maintenance strategies and asset assessments. Knowledge of contract management and vendor oversight. Familiarity with FM tools, equipment, and procurement practices. Expertise in preventive maintenance planning and implementation. Experience in organizational structuring and phased deployment. Workforce planning and shift scheduling capabilities. Deep understanding of EHS regulations and QA systems, including training facilitation. Project management skills with experience in team onboarding and vendor coordination. Competence in tracking FM KPIs and ensuring contract compliance. Knowledge of inventory management and procurement systems. Ability to develop and implement SOPs, site reporting, and communication frameworks. Experience with performance audits, safety reviews, and QA compliance. Why join Cushman & Wakefield? As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from; Being part of a growing global company; Career development and a promote from within culture; An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment. We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program. We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong. That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status. We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us. As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times. INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield” About Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a global leader in real estate services, leveraging our specialized expertise to deliver innovative solutions and exceptional value to owners and occupiers. With 52,000 employees in nearly 400 offices across 60 countries, we are one of the largest firms in the industry, with more than 100 years of history. In 2023, we generated $9.5 billion in revenue from our core services. To learn more, visit www.careers.cushmanwakefield.com.

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Responsibilities

This role involves leading Facility Management operations by building a high-performing team, defining maintenance strategies, and establishing structured processes, safety standards, and quality controls. Key duties include overseeing operational planning, contractor management, procurement, and performance governance to ensure efficient service delivery.