Team Leader Facilities Management

Job Description

About the Company SA Water is a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia. We employ more than 1,700 people across a broad range of disciplines who operate more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to more than 1.8 million South Australians. We operate in a geographically and climatically diverse service area, with sites and locations from Ceduna through to Port Augusta, the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, across to the Riverland, down to Mount Gambier, and most places in between. Our strength and expertise have been shaped by our history. For more than 165 years, South Australians have depended on us to innovate and deliver efficient and sustainable water services. With nationally and internationally recognised industry expertise, we’re focused on understanding and meeting our customers’ expectations. As well as safely delivering smart and reliable services for our customers of today, we innovate to shape the water solutions of the future that will support thriving economies and healthy communities. We are driven by our values; we value our people, we do work that matters, we keep it real, we know that our work has impact, and we are future focussed. Staying true to our values ensures that we consistently deliver positive outcomes for all South Australians. About the role The Facilities Management Team Leader is a key role responsible for driving the effective and efficient delivery of integrated facility management contracts and solutions within the organisation. Through these contracts and with the FM Team, this position ensures that our workplaces and other building assets are functional, efficient, and sustainable, and service delivery aligns with our strategic business goals. In this role, you will lead a small team, providing them with clear direction and development opportunities while managing the operational and strategic aspects of facilities management. Your key focus will be on developing and maintaining the Facilities Management framework, managing service delivery contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. In this 12-month max term opportunity you will oversee the performance of our IFM contract for regional and metro facilities, ensuring assets are maintained to agreed programs, and services are delivered on time and within budget. Additionally, you will oversee safety, risk, and compliance management, ensuring that both internal and external stakeholders comply with industry standards and regulations. This position also involves leading FM-related projects, ensuring that they are delivered within budget, on time, and meet all key objectives. You will provide strategic, tactical, and operational advice to senior management, ensuring facilities are managed to the highest standards, and will report on financial performance and service delivery metrics regularly. In addition, your responsibilities will include: Fostering trust with our people, customers and community by providing expert advice and service that ensure we effectively communicate and engage audiences with our business strategy and its delivery across South Australia, every day. Develop and maintain the FM Framework, ensuring alignment with SA Water’s needs and policies, and drive continuous improvement efforts. Manage service delivery contracts, ensuring compliance with terms, budgets, and safety standards. Monitor supplier performance and identify opportunities for cost savings. Ensure all facilities comply with regulatory standards, including health and safety, and manage any risks or hazards proactively. Lead complex FM projects from conception to successful completion, managing timelines, budgets, and resources. Oversee the facilities budget, providing monthly expenditure reports and identifying opportunities for cost optimisation. Skills, Knowledge, and Experience: A tertiary degree in Business, Property, Construction, Procurement, Project Management, or equivalent experience in FM or asset management. Strong people leadership experience with a focus on team development and performance management. Extensive experience in facilities management or contract management within complex organisations. Demonstrated ability to manage service contracts, budget, and compliance requirements. Strong commercial acumen and strategy-setting capabilities. Certifications or qualifications in electrical, fire, mechanical, or building-related trades (Desirable) To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries, please contact Tracy from the Talent Acquisition team Applications close 4pm, 5 February 2025. A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTQA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr