Manager Facilities & Assets
Posted: 17/09/2026
Closing Date: 16/10/2026
Salary: $126,654.66 - $135,192.31
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Alice Springs Town Council
Job Category: Local Government
Our Benefits
In addition to competitive salaries, Council offers the following benefits:
Who we Are and our Values
Alice Springs Town Council is an organisation shaping the future of this iconic central Australian town. With over 200 team members across our sites, we offer meaningful career opportunities, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a real impact in a vibrant and culturally rich environment. Guided by our purpose — “Together for Alice” — we are working toward a brighter, more prosperous and connected future for our community.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do. We take ownership of our impact, lead by example, embrace all voices, work together as one, and continuously raise the standard — creating a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing organisation dedicated to delivering meaningful outcomes for Alice Springs.
Job Description
What We Are Looking For:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to manage Council’s diverse portfolio of facilities, assets, fleet, security services, and infrastructure. You will have a strong background in asset and facilities management, with the ability to develop long-term strategies, lead capital works and maintenance programs, manage contracts and budgets, and provide high-level advice to senior leadership. The successful candidate will be a collaborative people leader who can build strong stakeholder relationships, drive continuous improvement, ensure compliance and risk management, and deliver sustainable outcomes that support Council’s operational and community objectives.
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Applications are invited and will be considered until the position is successfully filled.
Desired Skills and Experience
What You Will Bring:
You will bring extensive experience in leading diverse asset portfolios, including facilities, buildings, fleet, plant, equipment, security systems, and infrastructure assets. You will have proven expertise in developing and implementing asset management frameworks, lifecycle strategies, maintenance programs, and long-term capital works plans. With strong leadership and people management skills, you will be able to drive change, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and lead high-performing teams. You will also demonstrate excellent contract and budget management capabilities, outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to provide strategic advice on complex issues, risks, and opportunities. Your ability to build strong relationships, negotiate effectively, and deliver sustainable outcomes will be key to your success in this role
Must have : Degree qualification in Asset Management, Engineering, Facilities Management, Property Management, Business, Project Management or a related discipline, together with extensive relevant senior management experience; or an equivalent combination of qualifications and substantial experience in a comparable leadership role, National Police Clearance and Current C class Driver's License.
Please note: A current National Police Clearance, issued within the last six (6) months, is an essential requirement for this position.
Enquiries:
For questions relating to the position, application process or the status of your application, please contact the People & Culture Team at [email protected].
Yearly based
93 Todd Street, Alice Springs NT 0870, Australia
93 Todd Street, Alice Springs NT 0870, Australia
