The Opportunity

The Facilities Team at the Kids Research Institute Australia plays a critical role in supporting cutting-edge medical research by ensuring a safe, efficient, and future-focused environment across all sites. Comprising of skilled professionals in operations, coordination, maintenance and sustainability, the team manages the day-to-day functionality of complex infrastructure including laboratories, clinical spaces, and shared research environments. The Facilities Team works closely with researchers, clinicians, and administrative staff to enable world-class discoveries that improve child health outcomes. Their commitment to safety, accessibility, and sustainability ensures the Institute remains a leader in research excellence.

An opportunity exists for an experienced Facilities Manager to lead and manage the operational integrity, safety and strategic development of infrastructure and physical assets across the institute. This role is essential in supporting scientific excellence through high-quality, future-focused facilities management, while embedding sustainability and ESG principles into everyday operations.

As the Facilities Manager, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Lead a team of Coordinators and facilities staff to deliver safe, efficient, and future-ready infrastructure solutions.

Oversee daily operations across multiple sites, including labs, offices and shared spaces.

Manage facilities-related contracts, budgets and major infrastructure projects.

Leads the implementation of ESG and sustainability initiatives within the facilities area.

Act as a key liaison with stakeholders including researchers, contractors, and leaseholders.

Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including WHS and lead risk and emergency management.

Contribute to strategic planning and support change initiatives aligned with organisational priorities.

Based at Perth Children's Hospital, this is a full-time role for a period of 12 months.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have the following skills and experience:

A Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Building Services or a related discipline.

Demonstrated experience managing facilities within a research, healthcare or similarly complex environment.

Strong knowledge of building systems, compliance frameworks and contractor management.

Proven ability to lead diverse teams and cultivate a positive, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture.

A deep understanding of ESG principles and a track record of embedding sustainable practices.

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

A proactive, solution-oriented approach to managing complex operational challenges.

We are driving inclusion and diversity as part of the way we work and embrace the diverse career and life experiences of our staff. If you meet a number of the requirements (and not all), we encourage you to submit your application. We also encourage you to address any career disruptions (if applicable) you may have had in your cover letter.

About Us

Our aim is to create a workplace where people are respected and encouraged to fulfil their potential. We encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to acquire knowledge and enhance skills; we embrace all employee differences, foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion, and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations where required.

Some of our staff benefits include:

Save on tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 of Living Expenses and up to $2,650 on Entertainment Benefits each FBT year.

Additional annual leave over Christmas and Easter.

Paid Parental Leave

Early and Mid-Career Researcher Mentoring Program.

Various initiatives providing strategic support to researchers, including funding support.

Extensive health and wellbeing program with weekly events.

Flexible work options and hybrid working.

Modern offices and end of trip facilities, including sit to stand desks.

Access to Corporate Health Insurance.

Staff purchasing discounts including travel, IT Hardware and stationery.

How to apply

If you think that this is the right role and an exciting new challenge for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to navigate to our Career Site to view the Job Description and submit your application.

Your cover letter (no more than 2 pages) should specifically address your skills and experience outlined in the “About You” section above.

Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with our online portal, please direct your query to [email protected]
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please direct your inquiries to [email protected].

For more information about the role please contact: Donna O’Hara, Chief Operating Officer.

Contact Email: donna.o'[email protected]

Closing Date: 22.05.25 - The Kids Research Institute reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.