Our client is a global player in property and facilities services, known for delivering high-quality, client-focused solutions across a diverse portfolio that spans government, corporate, healthcare, and commercial sectors. With a strong presence in Australia and backed by international capability, they offer a stable, well-structured environment with genuine opportunities for career progression and leadership development.

This is a strategic leadership role suited to someone with experience managing field-based trades teams and a solid understanding of service operations, client management, and scheduling coordination. Working alongside the State Manager and Scheduling Team, you will oversee workflow across more than 30 government and commercial clients, including schools, medical centres, retail sites, and federal departments. Your ability to lead a team, solve problems on the ground, and balance multiple priorities will be key to success.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support a growing team of trades professionals
• Oversee performance, workflow, and trade coordination
• Attend client sites, build relationships, and resolve escalated issues
• Scope and quote work, support schedulers with job planning
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers
• Contribute to cost control, forecasting, invoicing, and margin awareness
• Provide operational support to the Melbourne-based State Manager, with a view to stepping into their role within 12 months

About you:

• Trade qualified – ideally in plumbing (other trades considered)
• Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role within FM, maintenance, or building services
• Strong understanding of quoting, job costing, and contractor engagement
• Technically minded with excellent communication and people management skills
• Comfortable liaising with high-profile clients and balancing a busy job queue
• Proficient with job management systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Police Check, and driver's license

What is on offer:

• Real opportunity for career progression! Leadership pathway – succession planning is in place for the right person!
• Supportive structure with direct access to Melbourne-based leadership
• Career development, training, and access to a broad network of clients
• Trusted industry player with a well-known reputation across government and private sectors
• Salary of $120,000 – $130,000 plus super and car allowance.
• Enjoy a beautiful CBD office environment with the flexibility of working from home up to two days per week.

If you are a confident leader ready to step into a pivotal role with real growth potential, we would love to hear from you.