The Assistant Facilities Manager provides high level services to the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre’s (QSAC) Facilities and Operations team and is responsible for managing the preventative, condition based and unplanned maintenance programs at the venue.

Key Tasks

Develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of the venue’s facilities functions, ensuring a high level of customer service is delivered.

Assist in the development, delivery and reporting of the condition based, preventative and unplanned maintenance programs for the QSAC and the Queensland State Netball Centre (QSNC) including managing service maintenance contracts and coordinating condition assessments of the venue’s assets and infrastructure.

Assist in the development, delivery and reporting of the capital programs for QSAC and the QSNC.

Manage the onsite activities of contractors including ensuring compliance with the venue’s WHS and security requirements.

Assist in the management and administration of the venue’s Asset Management System including the coordination of regular asset stocktakes.

Assist in the ongoing maintenance and upgrades of the venue’s building control systems including electronic access control, key security, CCTV, IPTV, Building Management System (BMS) for HVAC and venue lighting systems.

Assist with the development, implementation and periodic reviews of the venue’s facilities policies, procedures and plans.

Assist with the development and monitoring of budgets relating to maintenance and capital works.

Assist with procurement in accordance with SQ’s procurement policies and financial delegations including preparing request for quote forms, offer analysis documentation, risk assessments and contract documentation.

About You

Minimum three (3) years equivalent relevant experience.

Demonstrated experience in the delivery of service maintenance, condition-based maintenance, unplanned maintenance and capital works at a multi-purpose facility.

Demonstrated experience in the management of service maintenance contracts.

Demonstrated experience in Building Management Systems including electronic access control, key security, CCTV, IPTV, Building Management System (BMS) for HVAC and lighting control systems.

Sound understanding of the WHS Act and regulations, and other building industry related legislation, codes, standards and emergency procedures.

Sound understanding of technical aspects of building management.

Strong project and program management skills.

Demonstrated experience in the management and use of asset management systems.

High level computer literacy with proficiency in the use of project management, asset management and database systems.

Strong organisational skills with an ability to prioritise and manage time efficiently.

Ability to work as part of a team and supervise staff.

Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.

High work ethic, commitment to professional presentation, ethical practice and flexibility in the workplace.

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At SQ, we strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and life experience to apply. We promote a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace, enabling all staff to feel valued and thrive in a rewarding team and culture. So you can shine through this recruitment process, please let us know if you required any additional support or adjustments, such as interpreting services, physical requirements, or assistive technologies.

Applications Close: Thursday, 25 September 2025

About the venue

QSAC is a training and competition hub for high performance and elite athletes, as well as a popular training facility for members of the public. Based in Nathan in Brisbane, it hosts numerous national and local athletics events and school sports carnivals. QSAC hosts football matches, concerts and major events.

It is the only venue of its type in Australia featuring two 10 lane 400 metre

running tracks in its Main Stadium and State Athletics Facility (SAF).The precinct also includes Sandstorm, an eight-court beach volleyball complex as well as Nissan Arena (QSNC); home to Netball Queensland the training and competition base to the Queensland Firebirds and a training and competition venue used by a variety of community sporting groups.

QSAC is home to the Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS), a hub for high performance athlete training, development, recovery and research with access to international standard athletics facilities, including the newly constructed indoor athletics throws facility, the National Throws Centre of Excellence.

Top five reasons for wanting to join the SQ Team…

Innovative & Fun – with a calendar of world-class events and sporting fixtures, why wouldn’t you want to be a part of something big, and also provide local communities with an awesome customer-centric experience.

Achievement & Challenge – if you thrive on challenge and recognition, SQ may be perfect for you. This is an organisation where employees contribute to make a difference and receive recognition for their professionalism and results.

Learning and Development – SQ wants to develop future leaders and specialists in their fields. SQ offers exciting career opportunities at some of the best facilities in the world.

Teamwork – we are supportive, enthusiastic, and passionate – One team, One dream, One SQ enabling us to deliver world-class experiences and celebrate the successes

World Class Venues – If you have ever attended one of our venues, you’ll already know, our venues are both historic and iconic, and create a stage for memorable sporting and entertainment events delivered with the highest level of environmental sustainability and social governance.

With some of the most entertaining products and services on offer, it is no wonder people want to join the Stadiums Queensland team!