Facilities Manager

Our operational team members focus on efficiently meeting the needs of our clients across various lines of business. If your passion is to ensure quality care to help our clients live their best life we encourage you to apply today!

to: VP, Financial Operations

Indirect reports: Group Property Lead (Australia)

Travel and work hour requirements: Ability to accommodate multiple time zones, periodic travel as needed

PURPOSE:

The Facilities Manager is responsible for ensuring that the buildings and their services meet the needs of the people that work in them. They are accountable for services such as cleaning, security, and parking, to make sure the surrounding environment is in a suitable condition to work.

DUTIES:

* Overseeing and negotiating / agreeing on contracts and providers for services including security, parking, cleaning, catering, technology, and so on.

* Supervising multi-disciplinary teams of staff including cleaning, maintenance, grounds, and security.

* Ensuring that basic facilities such as water and heating are well-maintained.

* Managing budgets and ensuring cost-effectiveness.

* Ensuring that facilities meet government regulations and environmental, health, and security standards.

* Advising businesses on increasing energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

* Overseeing building projects, renovations, or refurbishments.

* Helping businesses to relocate to new offices and to make decisions about leasing.

* Drafting reports and making written recommendations.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

* Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Facilities Engineering, or related qualification such as project management, business management, or construction management.

* Working knowledge of principles and practices of project management.

* Working knowledge of financial principles and practices.

* Working knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.

* Experience in construction, maintenance, and all facets of facility operation.

* Strong planning and organizational skills.

* Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

* The ability to lead and manage teams and projects.

* Attention to detail but also the ability to see the implications for the bigger picture.

* Commercial awareness.

* Customer service.

* Time management.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry's best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry's best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.