Working within Manufacturing Skills Queensland (MSQ), you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, safety, and maintenance of the Manufacturing Centre of Excellence (CoE) facility. This role plays a critical part in maintaining a safe, compliant, and efficient work environment that provides high-quality training and industry engagement activities.

What you will do

As a small, but growing organisation, a proactive, hands-on approach to get things done are essential requirements. The key duties and responsibilities of our Facilities Management Officer include:

Oversee the daily operational functions of the facility, including general maintenance, site inspections, repairs; and venue readiness ensuring facility requirements are met for all Centre activities.

Develop and implement maintenance schedules, service agreements, and preventive maintenance programs.

Ensure facilities, equipment, and infrastructure are maintained to a high standard and support operational efficiency; and coordinate any fit-outs or changes to infrastructure.

Ensure compliance with all Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) regulations, codes of practice, and relevant legislation, assisting with the development of plans, procedures, and policies.

Monitor service provider and contractor performance to ensure timely completion of assigned work in adherence with Centre policies and WHS requirements.

Manage facility-related procurement and asset registers, including consumables, tools and equipment, and repair services in alignment with MSQ policies and budget.

Provide advice and recommendations on operational enhancements, cost-efficiency measures, and capital upgrades.

Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders including staff, educators, partners, and contractors.

Who we are looking for

The competencies critical to the performance of a Facilities Management Officer:

Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks, schedules, and competing priorities, working autonomously and collaboratively within a small team environment.

Proactive, hands-on, and solutions-oriented approach with strong problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with staff, contractors, service providers, and stakeholders.

Strong understanding of WHS legislation, emergency management, and operational compliance.

Experience managing building services and maintenance, contractors, service agreements, and operational budgets.

Proven experience in facilities management, operations management, or property services, preferably in an education, training, or manufacturing environment.

Practical proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and facilities management software.

Mandatory requirement - manual driver’s licence.

Desirable – First aid certificate and forklift licence.

What we do

Manufacturing Skills Queensland (MSQ) is an independent, not-for-profit industry body established by the Queensland Government. Our primary mandate is to strengthen and grow Queensland's manufacturing sector, creating secure local jobs, and preparing Queenslanders for work in the sector. At MSQ, we believe in the power of skills and training to transform lives and industries. Join us as we strive to equip Queenslanders with the skills required for the manufacturing sector and create secure local jobs in the process. If you would love to be part of a growing team dedicated to achieving excellence in all aspects of our business, your place is with us.

Benefits of working for us

Working for MSQ means you will be working for an employer who offers:

Full time role with flexible working arrangements.

12.75% superannuation.

Primary work location at our new Manufacturing Centre of Excellence, Maryborough, Fraser Coast with some occasional travel to our Head Office in Brisbane and other key MSQ locations around Queensland.

How to apply

To apply for this role, you will need to submit the following:

A cover letter briefly describing how you are suitable for the role.

Your current resume succinctly detailing your relevant work experience and skills.

If shortlisted, you will be required to provide contact details of two referees who have recent, direct experience working with you.

Contact Jen at [email protected] if you have any questions about the role.