City of Perth

Facilities Contract Manager

• $125,955 to $133,450 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 Contract Manager in the City of Perth, you will lead the strategic management and procurement  of more than 50 facilities maintenance and service contracts across the City’s diverse property portfolio. Responsible for contract performance, renewal, compliance, planned maintenance programs and the Property Help Desk, you will play a key role in ensuring our facilities remain safe, efficient and fit for purpose.

Reporting to the Head of Facilities Management within our Properties team, your responsibilities would primarily include:

• Leading the procurement, management and performance of facilities maintenance and service contracts;
• Driving contract compliance, contractor performance, risk management and continuous improvement initiatives;
• Overseeing planned maintenance programs, contract renewals and financial administration across the property portfolio; and
• Leading and supporting the Property Help Desk and maintenance planning team to deliver high-quality services to internal and external stakeholders.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

• Significant experience in facilities management, contract administration and service delivery;
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate, manage and improve complex contracts and vendor relationships;
• Strong knowledge of facilities maintenance and compliance requirements, procurement and WHS obligations; and
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop teams, manage performance and build strong stakeholder relationships.

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);
• A current ‘C’ class Australian drivers licence; 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 Wednesday 24 June 2026. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Please note: The advert may close earlier than the listed closing date should suitable applications be received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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.

For further information please contact Kevin Hall, Head of Facilities Management, 0419 944 572 or e-mail: [email protected].