Facilities & Maintenance Manager (Brisbane)

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**Facilities & Maintenance Manager**

**Reports to**: Managing Director

**Key Responsibilities**:

- ** Facilities Maintenance & Repair**: Oversee the maintenance and repair of all assigned facilities, ensuring equipment and infrastructure are in optimal working condition for daily operations.
- ** Operational Coordination**: Collaborate with internal teams to ensure that equipment, maintenance schedules, and facility requirements are met efficiently and within budget.
- ** Equipment & Systems Management**: Maintain and update records of warranties, service contracts, equipment inspections, and ongoing repairs for key operational assets like kitchen equipment, refrigeration, HVAC systems, and mechanical ventilation.
- ** Vendor & Contractor Liaison**: Manage relationships with contractors, tradespeople, and maintenance vendors. Negotiate pricing and oversee contracts to ensure high-quality service at competitive rates.
- ** Licensing & Compliance**: Ensure that facilities comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including safety standards, health inspections, and government licensing for operations.
- ** Emergency Maintenance Response**: Be available for emergency calls outside of standard business hours, responding quickly to breakdowns or urgent maintenance needs.
- ** Budgeting & Planning**: Assist with budget preparation, ensuring the allocation of resources for maintenance and repair tasks is efficiently managed. Provide recommendations for purchasing new equipment or upgrades.
- ** Inventory & Equipment Management**: Maintain an inventory of equipment, manage storage, and oversee the distribution of necessary supplies for facility operations.
- ** Operational Support**: Ensure that facilities are ready for regular business and special events by coordinating set-up, maintenance, and tear-down as needed.

**Critical Requirements**:

- Proven experience in facilities and asset management, ideally within the hospitality or retail sectors.
- Strong understanding of commercial kitchen equipment, refrigeration, HVAC systems, and mechanical ventilation.
- Ability to liaise effectively with contractors, tradespeople, and operational teams to ensure timely repairs and maintenance.
- Solid knowledge of health and safety regulations, licensing requirements, and compliance within the hospitality industry.
- Available for emergency maintenance and breakdowns outside of normal business hours.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.

**About You**:

- Proactive, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and a strong sense of initiative.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for coordinating with internal teams and external contractors.
- Solid negotiating skills for managing vendor relationships and ensuring competitive pricing.
- A detail-oriented professional with a high level of professionalism and work ethics.

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