Property & Facilities Manager (Homebush West)

Competitive salary
- Car allowance & Toll reimbursement
- Up to 2 Wellness Days per year

Are you an experienced and proactive Property & Facilities Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact? Young Academics Early Learning Centre is a dynamic and rapidly growing Early Learning Provider with over 30 centres across New South Wales, we are on a fast-paced growth trajectory over the next 12-24 months, and we are seeking a dedicated professional to oversee the maintenance, lease management, and facilities operations of our expanding network of centres.

**About the role**: Young Academics Early Learning Centre is committed to providing a safe, well-maintained, and resource-efficient environment for young learners. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a passionate individual to join our team and act as the SME for all maintenance, property, contractor, and landlord/leasehold matters.

**Responsibilities**: **Facilities Management**: Manage external management facilities & oversee daily property operations, maintenance, repairs, and renovations. Conduct regular inspections, manage external contractors, enforce health and safety standards, and ensure legal compliance.

**Procurement**: Source and negotiate with suppliers, manage inventory, and maintain vendor relationships internally and externally.

**Lease Management**: Ensure lease compliance, handle lease-related issues, and maintain records.

**Budget Management**: Prepare and monitor the facilities budget, recommend improvements, and ensure spending aligns with the budget.

**Administrative Duties**: Maintain records of maintenance schedules and lease agreements, prepare reports, and develop related policies and procedures.

**Qualifications**:

- Tertiary qualification in construction, property, and/or facilities management.
- Proven experience in multi-site facilities management.
- Experience with trades/construction highly desired.
- Strong understanding of facilities management and supplier relationship management.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

**Working Conditions**:

- Full-time position, primarily Monday to Friday.
- Travel to both recent and established centres.
- Flexibility in hours for maintenance schedules or emergencies.
- Occasional lifting and carrying of supplies and equipment.

**Benefits**:

- Market-competitive salary + Car allowance + Toll reimbursement.
- Up to 2 Wellness Days per year.
- Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's success and growth.

Our team is driven by innovation, excellence, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service to our families, children, and community. We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Property & Facilities Manager to join our team. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qupai