Locations: South Brisbane, QLD, 4101 Full-Time: Immediate start Reports to: Manager Job Title: Facilities Manager Salary range: $79,500 - $90,000 + Superannuation – depending on skill level Job Closure date: 30 days About Our Client Our client is an iconic luxury hotel, celebrated as a dynamic and sophisticated destination that seamlessly blends modern architectural design with world-class hospitality. This vibrant precinct is more than just a hotel; it is a hub of luxury accommodation, exclusive retail, and award-winning dining and entertainment. Renowned for creating immersive and flawless guest experiences, our client is committed to maintaining an environment of unparalleled quality, comfort, and aesthetic appeal. They are seeking a strategic and hands-on Facilities Manager to become the custodian of their exceptional physical asset. About the Role On behalf of our client, we are recruiting for a Facilities Manager to assume full responsibility for the preservation and continuous operation of their prestigious property. This is a pivotal leadership role where technical expertise meets a passion for impeccable standards. You will be tasked with ensuring that every aspect of the hotel's infrastructure—from the guest rooms and back-of-house areas to the building's iconic façade and advanced systems—operates at peak performance. Your work will be integral to protecting the asset's value and, most importantly, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and uninterrupted experience for guests and staff. Key Responsibilities & Duties Strategic Asset Management & Planning • Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive, proactive preventative maintenance schedule for the entire hotel precinct, encompassing MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) systems, life safety systems, and building fabric. • Lead the strategic planning and execution of long-term capital improvement projects, renovations, and refurbishments, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and with minimal disruption to hotel operations. • Prepare and meticulously manage the annual facilities operating and capital budgets, conducting detailed cost analysis and implementing cost-control measures without compromising on quality or safety. Operational Excellence & Guest Experience • Oversee the daily operations of the hotel's physical plant, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other critical building systems, to ensure a consistently perfect environment for guests and staff. • Manage a prompt and efficient system for responding to and resolving maintenance requests, prioritizing those that impact the guest experience directly. • Conduct regular and detailed inspections of all public areas, guest suites, and back-of-house facilities to identify and address issues related to wear and tear, ensuring the property always reflects a five-star standard of presentation. Leadership, Compliance & Safety • Lead, mentor, and schedule a skilled team of maintenance technicians and tradespeople, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and exceptional service. • Serve as the hotel's primary expert on Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) compliance, ensuring all practices, contractor management, and documentation adhere to the highest standards of statutory and company policy. • Build and maintain strong relationships with external vendors, contractors, and service providers, negotiating contracts and ensuring all work performed on-site meets the hotel's rigorous quality and safety requirements. Candidate Profile & Requirements • Proven experience as a Facilities Manager, Chief Engineer, or in a similar senior technical management role within a luxury hotel, high-end residential complex, or a comparable five-star service environment. • A strong qualification in Engineering, Building Management, or a related trade field, combined with comprehensive knowledge of building codes, WHS legislation, and statutory compliance. • Demonstrated financial acumen, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and managing significant operational and capital expenditures. • Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with a proven ability to manage, develop, and inspire a technical team and collaborate effectively with other department heads. • A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, capable of prioritising a complex workload in a fast-paced, 24/7 operation. • A genuine passion for upholding the highest standards of quality and a commitment to supporting a world-class guest experience from an operational and technical standpoint. To Apply If you are an accomplished facilities professional ready to steward a landmark luxury property, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for this critical role. Please note: We are acting as the exclusive recruitment partner for this position. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence, and our client's identity will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.