Facilities Manager

Add expected salary to your profile for insights Are you a proactive leader with a passion for creating safe, efficient, and future focused environments? WA Cricket is on the lookout for a dynamic Facilities Manager to take charge of our iconic venue and assets. In this exciting and high impact role, you'll be responsible for the strategic and operational management of the WACA Ground's physical environment— protecting the venue, maximising its lifespan and ensuring everything runs smoothly, safely, and sustainably. From overseeing maintenance and compliance, to championing sustainability initiatives and managing key service providers, this is a role where no two days are the same. If you're someone who can see the big picture while keeping the day-to-day humming, we want to hear from you How you'll make an impact Ensure building compliance and safety through risk management, inspections, and adherence to legislation and standards. Maintain accurate records for statutory obligations and compliance reporting. Lead asset management planning, maintenance programs, and lifecycle costing within budget parameters. Oversee preventative, reactive, and corrective maintenance, ensuring timely reporting and delivery. Manage procurement, contractor performance, and technical services for facilities and events. Develop and implement capital works strategies, including business cases and construction oversight. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships with tenants, partners, vendors, and regulatory bodies. Drive sustainability initiatives focused on energy, water, waste, and environmental impact. Manage departmental budgets, cost controls, and identify efficiency and savings opportunities. Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement of operational processes. A great fit for this role looks like Technical qualifications and / or experience for any of the major building services including air conditioning, lifts, and electrical is desirable 5-10 years in facilities, asset or building services roles Strong understanding of building compliance, plant and equipment, and life-cycle planning WA Construction Industry White Card (Work Safely in the Construction Industry) or capacity to complete within 1 month of commencement. Extensive experience in managing complex facilities, preferably within sport, entertainment, or public venues (e.g., stadiums, arenas, convention centres, hospitals, universities or large commercial buildings) Strong knowledge of asset management Experience with contract tendering and procurement, managing service level agreements and oversight of contractors High level knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety practices Excellent time and work management skills Excellent communication and organisational skills Experience in budget management, capital planning, and sustainability programs. Possess a current WA driver's license with a clean record Here's what you can look forward to Our people benefits include Membership passes to all cricket games at the WACA Ground and at Optus Stadium, onsite gym access, Birthday Leave, salary packaging, employee recognition program, discounts on cricket merchandise, corporate health insurance discount, corporate partner discounts, flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities and more A little bit about us Established in , the Western Australian Cricket Association (WACA) is the governing body of cricket in WA and oversees the development of the game of cricket across the state. The iconic WACA Ground officially opened in and is home to the Perth Scorchers, WA Men's and Women's Teams and the WA Cricket Foundation. The WACA Ground is entering into a new era with the new WACA Ground Improvement Project creating a sustainable community and sporting hub with cricket at its heart. Our culture We are committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive workforce and offer equal opportunities to all. We embrace diversity in gender, age, ethnicity, disability, religion and sexual orientation, provide a safe environment for children across Australian Cricket, and believe flexibility is a smarter way of working. We measure ourselves on the values of Excellence, Collaboration, Inclusion and Celebration. Want to join our team? If you feel this role is for you, we would love to hear from you Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience by 12 December If you would like to receive a copy of the job description or would like any further information, please contact Below are the technical responsibilities and candidate selection questions : Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a facilities manager? Do you hold a Construction Induction Safety certificate (White Card)? #J- Ljbffr #J-18808-Ljbffr