About the Company

Forum Recruitment is proud to partner with a well-established industrial property group, known for owning and managing a portfolio of premium industrial assets across Melbourne’s south-east growth corridor.

With a reputation for strong tenant relationships and long-term investment in its estates, this business continues to grow its footprint and invest in future development activity, including plans that will further elevate the profile of this particular estate.

About the Role

Reporting to the operational leadership team, this role takes ownership of the day-to-day operations, presentation and maintenance of a large industrial estate. It would suit a Facilities Manager ready to step up into a larger, more complex portfolio, or an experienced operator looking for genuine autonomy and tenant-facing variety.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage the day-to-day operations, presentation and maintenance of the estate, including oversight of contractors and subcontractors
• Prepare and manage annual operating and capital expenditure budgets, including reforecasting and long-term lifecycle planning
• Build and maintain strong relationships with tenants, contractors and internal stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with Essential Safety Measures, statutory requirements and preventative maintenance schedules
• Support leasing outcomes by engaging proactively with tenants ahead of lease expiries
• Assist with the delivery of CAPEX projects and provide regular reporting on property performance

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in a similar Facilities Management role
• Strong customer and tenant relationship management experience
• P&L and budget management experience, with exposure to CAPEX project delivery
• Trade, TAFE or tertiary qualifications and a current Victorian driver’s licence
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, comfortable engaging with senior corporate and head office contacts
• Industrial experience is advantageous, though candidates from other property sectors (particularly commercial) are encouraged to apply

What’s in it for you?

• Take ownership of a premier, large-scale industrial estate and become the face of the portfolio
• Work alongside a collaborative Asset Management and Development team on exciting future growth plans
• Genuine autonomy in a role that blends strategic and hands-on responsibility
• Join a business investing heavily in the long-term future of its estates
• Be part of a small, supportive, close-knit team environment

Next Steps

Please attach your resume and cover letter by following the links on this website to APPLY. Alternatively contact Emily Milner on 0407 478 825 to discuss if you believe this position would suit your experience.