INTERNAL ONLY - ASSISTANT FACILITIES MANAGER

Personnel Area: Infrastructure Services

Branch: Construction

Salary Range: Band 5 $95,356 - $108,078 + Superannuation 

(Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)

Work type: Temporary Full-time

Duration: Up to 2 years (Extension/s thereafter but not guaranteed)

Location: Brisbane CBD

Our Business

Infrastructure Services (ISG) brings together Council's asset management, infrastructure planning, design, project management, construction, services, maintenance and transport operations activities.​

Our Branch

Construction continues to deliver consistent, high quality, value for money, whole of life infrastructure. Our comprehensive knowledge of project services and assets enables us to communicate and negotiate for the best long-term options to meet the needs of the rate payers and residents of Brisbane. Construction delivers an extensive range of high-quality specialist services in the areas of infrastructure, stormwater drainage, bridge maintenance, transport network technologies, trades and land remediation. ​​​​​​​

The Role

Are you ready to dive into a dynamic role at Brisbane City Council as an Assistant Facilities Manager? This is your chance to oversee and coordinate maintenance, asset performance, and legislative and workplace health and safety compliance, whilst contributing directly to the well-being of the Brisbane community. Join a team that offers not just a job, but a rewarding career path with opportunities for professional growth and a chance to make a meaningful impact on key Council initiatives. This role will be a mix of office and site-based work.

Key Responsibilities:

• proactively manage facility maintenance and asset performance to the highest standards
• ensure workplace health and safety compliance is upheld throughout all operations
• coordinate projects and initiatives to enhance the functionality of Council facilities
• liaise with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality services efficiently
• provide timely reports and identify operational issues for swift resolution.

To be successful you will have:

• proven experience in project coordination and management, preferably using SAP
• strong communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement
• sound knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations
• demonstrated ability to deliver results within specified timeframes
• qualifications or experience in facility management or project management, along with experience with building systems, trades and/or regulatory compliance would be advantageous.

 Benefits of working for Council include:

•  flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
• free gym and wellness centre
• award winning superannuation fund
• generous leave provisions
• competitive salary. 

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE

How to apply:  Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position.

*Eligibility for internal only roles includes external applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or as a person living with a disability. Applicants from these groups are required to complete the diversity and inclusion questions on the application form to enable Council to determine eligibility.

This role may require a Criminal History Check, or you may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment to assess your ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the role.

For more information: Please call Andrew Mead on 07 3403 0002.

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Monday 18 August 2025 at 11:55pm AEST.

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion. #LI-DNI