About The Commons The Commons is an ecosystem of entrepreneurs, businesses, and curious minds—working, connecting, and growing under a common roof. Driven by the sincere desire to see people flourish, we support curiosity and believe in the collective power of people to instigate change. Our focus is on building and strengthening community, and we challenge the status quo in an effort to innovate. About The Commons Health Club The Commons Health Club is a premium wellness space dedicated to delivering the highest standards in fitness, recovery, and member care. With expertly programmed classes, state-of-the-art equipment, and a beautifully designed bathhouse, every detail is curated to offer an exceptional experience. We’re setting a new benchmark for what a health club can be—where quality meets care, and community is at the heart of it all. About the Role As our Facilities Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end facilities management for workspace sites, health club locations, and hospitality venues across The Commons. Based in Melbourne CBD, this role is hands-on and strategic, requiring regular site visits across Melbourne and occasional travel to Sydney. You’ll ensure our physical environments are safe, compliant, and operating at a premium standard—supporting the wellbeing of our members and teams, and aligning with our values of quality, care, and community. What You’ll Be Doing Facilities & Operations Lead day-to-day facilities operations across all The Commons locations—including workspaces, wellness facilities, and hospitality venues Ensure all sites are safe, well-maintained, and meet our high standards for functionality and design Manage maintenance schedules to develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules across all locations Arrange and manage all reactive maintenance works in a timely manner. Monitor contractor performance with respect to both preventative and reactive maintenance. Oversee lease obligations and landlord relationships specifically relating to facilities Maintain clear, accurate documentation across all property assets Workplace, Wellness & Hospitality Environments Develop and support strategies for optimising our workspace experience, from desks to communal lounges Ensure The Commons Health Club locations operate smoothly, with special attention to safety, cleanliness, and member experience in wellness and recovery areas Support hospitality spaces (e.g. cafés, event areas) with facilities needs to ensure seamless service and operational flow Collaborate with teams across Member Experience, Health Club, Operations, Community, and Hospitality to deliver unified and inspiring member environments Review the design of new locations with the lens of facilities and ongoing maintenance requirements. Health, Safety & Compliance Lead OH&S practices across all sites and ensure all facilities meet legal and internal safety requirements Conduct regular risk assessments and champion a proactive safety culture Develop, lead and implement safety systems and OH&S practices across all sites. Support emergency preparedness and business continuity planning Sustainability & ESG Embed environmentally responsible practices across all facilities operations Contribute to The Commons’ B Corp goals through energy efficiency, waste management, and ethical sourcing initiatives About You You live our values—putting members first, fostering community, working collaboratively, and constantly growing. You're solutions-focused, proactive, and excited to shape spaces that enhance wellbeing, creativity, and connection. Must-Haves Experience managing facilities across multi-site environments, including workspaces, wellness, and/or hospitality Technical knowledge of building systems, safety compliance, and vendor coordination Strong budgeting and contractor management skills Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities Strategic thinker who is also hands-on and detail-oriented Flexibility to travel between Melbourne and Sydney and respond to site needs as required A passion for great spaces and service, with a keen eye for quality and care Why Join Us? Work for one of Australia’s best places to work, as certified by Great Place to Work Be part of a B Corp Certified, purpose-driven organisation Collins Street Head Office On-site Chef with daily nutritious lunch provided Free counselling sessions Birthday leave Quarterly team dinners & generous awards Ability to work across different locations Birthday & anniversary gifts State social committees hosting monthly events (pub drinks, picnics, bowling, movie screenings, etc.) Weekly "Saturday Sweat" group exercise event Weekly events program (e.g., breakfast club, yoga & drinks) Additional paid maternity leave Exclusive annual Halloween party Work travel opportunities Further education support for personal and professional growth Values All actions and behaviours must align with the company’s core values: Putting our members first Fostering our community Working together as a team Constantly learning and growing
