Facilities Manager

Help shape the performance and experience of one of Australia’s most dynamic property portfolios We are looking for a Facilities Manager to drive high standards of service, safety and asset performance across our leased property portfolio. This role is central to keeping our assets compliant, reliable and well managed, while supporting a collaborative, professional and customer-focused culture. You will contribute to our strategic objectives by ensuring assets under lease are managed in a structured, timely and forward‑looking way. The role combines planning, problem‑solving and strong tenant relationships, with a focus on delivering "best in class" service and continuous improvement. You will work closely with internal teams, contractors and tenants to ensure property issues are resolved quickly, assets are maintained safely and efficiently, and long‑term renewal needs are well understood. Explore how we are thinking big with exciting projects like the Third Runway, state‑of‑the‑art terminals, and thriving business park developments. You can also learn more about life at Melbourne Airport – our culture, values, and what makes us unique at Join us in shaping the future of aviation as we propel Melbourne Airport towards becoming Australia's favourite Airport destination. Key responsibilities: Develop plans, matrices and processes to manage facilities management obligations across more than 500 leases. Undertake regular inspections to assess asset condition, identify maintenance needs and support renewal planning. Coordinate maintenance with the Faults Management team, contractors and the Property team, ensuring timely completion and clear communication with tenants. Act as the primary point of contact for tenants on facilities, property and lease‑related matters. Support tenant‑initiated facility improvements, endorse permit applications and coordinate with internal stakeholders. Review tenant development designs for maintenance implications and contribute to budget planning. Represent the asset owner during project delivery, including documentation reviews and construction handover. Support the development of capital renewal plans and business case funding papers. Process monthly maintenance costs and ensure spend aligns with approved budgets. The successful candidate will have: Experience in business, property or asset management, facilities management or operations. Tertiary qualifications in business, commerce, asset management or similar (desired). Experience developing long‑term tenant relationships and negotiating positive outcomes. Knowledge of property practices and principles (advantageous). Strong business planning and financial skills, including budgeting and business case development. Ability to work effectively with a small internal team and manage large teams of external facilities providers. Understanding of cost management, asset renewal planning, risk management and relevant OHS and environmental obligations. Strong stakeholder communication and influencing skills. We understand that not everyone will feel they meet all of these 100%. However, if you feel you have the attitude and aptitude to grow within our team, we invite you to apply and have a conversation with us about this position. About the Company: Melbourne Airport (Australia Pacific Airports Corporation) is proud to be one of Australia's premier transport hubs and Victoria's gateway to the world, connecting us to the global marketplace. We are committed to creating connections that matter and enhancing the traveller experience across every aspect of our organisation to deliver our vision of becoming Australia's favourite Airport destination. Currently, in an exciting phase of change, we are delivering rewarding career opportunities, making Melbourne Airport a dynamic and fast‑paced place to work for our people. APAC is a majority Australian‑owned private company that also operates Launceston Airport, the tourism gateway to Tasmania and an industry multi‑award‑winning airport. Culture and Values: By joining the team at Melbourne Airport, you will work within a friendly, high‑performance culture with a focus on our people and their development. Our vision is to become Australia's favourite Airport destination and our people are paramount to achieving this success. We provide a supportive environment, with values that encourage all of our employees to Be You, Think Big, Own it and Work Together. Benefits: Free access to Higher State, our state‑of‑the‑art Fitness Club & Wellness Hub at Novotel & ibis Styles Airport hotel. Airport car parking 24 hours/365 days a year for both business and personal use. Hybrid flexible working arrangements. Airport Holiday, an additional day of leave. Wellness Day, a further additional day of leave. Discounted onsite childcare at Creative Garden Early Learning. Mental health and well‑being initiatives, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Long‑term career and professional development opportunities. Active social culture and participation in a range of social impact days and activities. Signature Experiences including an airfield family day. Access to an employee benefits scheme including access to corporate rates and airport retailer discounts (including SkyBus). APAC is committed to weaving Diversity into our DNA. We believe that Diversity and Inclusion will help us realise our greatest potential as a company, and maximise the potential of all our team members. We strive to create a culture where our team members understand that each individual is unique and that embracing diversity makes us more flexible, productive, and creative. APAC provides equal opportunity and advancement in employment regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, cultural background, caring responsibilities, disability or socioeconomic background. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our workplace values of Being You, Thinking Big, Owning It and Working Together. #J-18808-Ljbffr