Industrial Facilities Manager
About the role
Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our InfraBuild Wire business.
Reporting to the Newcastle Site Services Manager and based at our Newcastle Wire Mill in Mayfield, the Industrial Facilities Manager is responsible for the safe, reliable and cost-effective management of key assets such as buildings, roads, rail infrastructure, cranes and utilities.
What you will be doing:
- Manage a team of planners, schedulers and trades personnel to deliver preventative, corrective and improvement works safely and efficiently.
- Oversee contractor and vendor performance across services including cleaning, waste management, grounds maintenance, rail infrastructure and other site services.
- Develop, manage and monitor maintenance and facilities budgets, ensuring expenditure is controlled and aligned to business objectives.
- Review maintenance requests, prioritise work activities and ensure resources are effectively allocated to meet operational requirements.
- Maintain compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements, including contractor management.
- Build strong relationships with internal customers, site tenants and service providers, responding proactively to issues.
You will be rewarded with:
- Autonomy in an established leadership position
- Permanent, full-time hours with job security
- Team environment with strong safety culture
Primary Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:
- Paid parental leave that goes further - 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks Partner Leave, plus superannuation contributions during unpaid leave (eligibility applies)
- Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
- Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle
What you will bring:
- Experience within a heavy industrial, manufacturing, mining or related environment (trade qualifications highly regarded).
- Self-motivated and proactive approach with the confidence to address issues, drive accountability and influence outcomes.
- Experience or transferable skills in coordinating contractors, service providers and maintenance activities across a complex operational site.
- Experience or transferable skills in managing budgets, processing invoices and monitoring contractor spend and performance.
- SAP or CMMS experience, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel.
- Knowledge of rail infrastructure, cranes or industrial facilities management would be advantageous but is not essential.
Why join us?
We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.
- Work with a greater purpose - join us on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.
- Work well, live better – experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment which values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters.
- Build your own future – grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow.
About us
InfraBuild is Australia’s largest manufacturer of wire for construction, manufacturing and mining applications.
From nails to wire rope, our products support essential industries across Australia and New Zealand, backed by locally produced steel and a fully integrated supply chain.
How to apply
We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Your diversity helps us create more sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia’s future.
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.