Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager - Community Hospitals & Small Sites Monash Health is Victoria’s largest and most comprehensive health service. For more than 170 years, Monash Health and its predecessors have provided safe, high-quality healthcare and service for people at every life stage. To see first‑hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos: monashhealth.org/careers. Embark on a rewarding career and be part of a team where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives. Facilities Manager Shape the environment that shapes patient care. At Monash Health, we believe exceptional healthcare starts with exceptional facilities. We're seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee and lead the day‑to‑day operations of our physical assets—including building systems, infrastructure, grounds, and essential services—ensuring they meet the highest standards of functionality, compliance, and visual appeal. This is a pivotal leadership role for someone who thrives in a dynamic, complex environment and wants to make a lasting impact on public health infrastructure. This is a Full Time position based at The Cranbourne Community hospital with travel across multiple sites required. About the Role As Facilities Manager, you will take full responsibility for the delivery and performance of Facilities Management (FM) services at Monash Health. From ensuring building systems run seamlessly to maintaining our grounds and car parks, you will lead a multidisciplinary team and manage hard and soft FM portfolios across hospital sites. Key responsibilities include: Lead the operations of building services, infrastructure, and internal finishes to support safe and reliable clinical care Ensure the building fabric, car parks, roads, and landscaped areas are safe, functional, and welcoming Develop and implement asset management strategies to ensure cost‑effective, compliant, and sustainable facility performance Maintain statutory and regulatory compliance across all facilities (fire safety, building codes, infection control, OHS, etc.) Build strong relationships with clinical site leaders, contractors, and regulatory agencies to drive service excellence Manage the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for tracking maintenance activities Monitor performance and deliver continuous improvement initiatives across all facilities operations Participate in the after‑hours on‑call roster About You You are a collaborative and hands‑on facilities leader with experience managing complex healthcare or institutional environments. You bring a deep understanding of building systems and an eye for detail when it comes to compliance, safety, and presentation. You're someone who leads with integrity, gets things done, and puts people—patients, staff, and teams—at the centre of your work. Key Attributes: Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills Highly organised and solutions‑focused with strong problem‑solving abilities Leadership capability with a track record of building high‑performing teams Commitment to customer service and continuous improvement What You’ll Need to Succeed Graduate Engineering degree (preferred) or a minimum technical trade qualification with substantial facilities management experience Relevant tertiary qualifications in Facilities Management, Engineering, Building Management or similar Certification or membership with a professional FM body (e.g. FMA Australia) is desirable Project Management or Business Management experience is highly regarded Technical Skills and Experience: Extensive FM experience, ideally within healthcare or highly regulated industries Knowledge of Australian Standards, Building Codes, Essential Safety Measures, and relevant compliance requirements Experience managing contractors, vendor relationships, and service contracts Familiarity with CMMS and Building Management Systems (e.g. Schneider, Johnson Controls) Strong understanding of budgeting and cost control Proven ability to integrate functionality with aesthetic presentation in public‑facing environments Experience leading teams and managing facility‑related risks and emergency response planning Why Monash Health? As Victoria’s largest public health service, we provide care to one of the most diverse and rapidly growing populations. With over 25,000 employees and 40+ locations, we offer unmatched career development, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, and a culture that values teamwork and innovation. We offer: A leadership role where your work has lasting impact on patient care Exposure to major capital and asset management programs Flexible working arrangements and supportive management Salary packaging and wellbeing benefits Strong internal career progression pathways For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please call Ahmed Mostafa-Head Engineering and Facilities Management on *** Position Description can be found here We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values. How to Apply Applications are accepted via the Monash Health onlineEHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’ Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr