Job Description

Location:

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Job ID:

R0129539

Date Posted:

2026-05-13

Company Name:

HITACHI RAIL STS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Site Facilities Manager, who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The position is based in Brisbane, Australia.

Hitachi Rail is a global leader in integrated rail systems, delivering rolling stock, signalling, digital rail innovations, transportation infrastructure, and world class engineering solutions. Across Australia and New Zealand, Hitachi Rail drives delivery excellence, safety, customer value, and innovation through a portfolio of projects spanning multiple technologies and markets.

Come and join us working in a dynamic team of facilities professionals. You will be working in a diverse multicultural team which is driven by a common goal to achieve success.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensuring the ongoing function of each facility task such as reception, print centre, classroom training, car rental & vehicle leases, physical security, building maintenance, catering, mailing records, waste management, contractor management, etc...

• Defining and managing risks and measure performance in his/her capacity as site manager.

• Determining office and industrial space requirements based on staff projections and business plans

• Contributing to plan investments and budgeting costs at his/her level

• Contributing to develop a flexible long term management tactical strategy at his/her level to sustain the value of buildings and technical equipment.

• Supervising and coordinating the activities of all technical contractors, checking that the services provided are in line with the contracts by identifying inadequate service delivery.

• Being able to translate technical issues into business requirements. Ensuring the planning of work and resources regarding the buildings and office premises including cleaning, catering, security, space, environment and utilities management.

• Possessing a good understanding of building operating systems, the ability to identify and troubleshoot maintenance issues using trade techniques.

• Preparing relevant contract documents for managing and monitoring performance.

• Ensuring the management of projects - either new installations and/or refurbishment.

• Being able to prepare detailed calculations of costs and investment planning required for company goods and services at the lowest rates permitted and the best quality.

• Assisting in planning disaster, life safety and fire safety programs

• Maintaining the facility tangible assets and maximizes the asset lifetime

• Insuring the alignment of the corporate tangible assets policy with the sustainability targets for Facilities through the energy rating & life cycle management.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role.

• Formal Real Estate or Facilities qualification is a plus

• Understanding of the Local Real Estate Specific Legislation

• Understanding of the Local Sustainability principles and standards (NABERS)

• Project Management & Planning

• Contracts Management

• HSE / FM Standards & Certifications

At Hitachi Rail, we know that a diverse business is a sustainable business. Working collaboratively with a range of internal networks, we’re continuously improving our policies and products. From accessible, sustainable design to achieving a better gender balance. We base these efforts on our core values: Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering spirit. And by aligning with these, we’re able to create a workplace where people not only feel comfortable but are given opportunities to thrive.

What we offer:

• Be part of a Global Company that offers a great work life balance.

• Many opportunities to progress your career with training and development available.

• Salary Continuance Insurance

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Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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