City of Perth

Facilities Management Planner

• $98,141 - $103,949 per annum, plus superannuation
• Full-time, permanent
• CBD Location

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

The Opportunity

As a Facilities Management Planner in the City of Perth, you will be responsible for the short-term and long-term property maintenance planning and scheduling. This position is key to driving operational excellence, optimising resource allocation, and executing precise planning to ensure our property portfolio runs seamlessly.

Reporting to the Contract Manager within our Properties team, your responsibilities would primarily include:

• Responsible for the operation of the Property Helpdesk;
• Preparation of planned preventative maintenance schedules for all City properties and facilities;
• Develop maintenance planning and scheduling processes for facilities maintenance; and
• Schedule resources, labour, materials, and access for preventative, planned and emergency maintenance works.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

• Proven experience in facilities management, planning or a related field;
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing planned preventative maintenance plans and schedules;
• Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural components; and
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget.

If your experience and capabilities match these criteria, we welcome your application.

Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role and working at the City.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

• A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa); and
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).

How to Apply

Please apply online by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button below, which will direct you to the City’s application questionnaire.

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less is more!

The Application Process

Applications for this position will close at 5PM AWST on Monday, 6th January 2025 Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.