Facilities Team Lead

Facilities Team Lead

Permanent Full Time

Ceduna, SA

JOIN YADU AND EXPERIENCE A FULFILLING CAREER AND AN UNMATCHED LIFESTYLE!

About Yadu Health

Yadu Health Aboriginal Corporation is a not-for-profit, community-controlled health service providing primary health care to Aboriginal communities in Ceduna, Koonibba, and surrounding areas. Operating across four sites, we deliver culturally safe and supportive services through a multidisciplinary team of GPs, nurses, visiting specialists, and Aboriginal health workers focused on improving community health and wellbeing.

Life in Ceduna – Ceduna isn’t just a place to work – it’s a place to live, explore, and thrive.

• Coastal Beauty – Pristine beaches, breathtaking sunsets, and endless fishing, surfing, and boating opportunities.
• Outdoor Adventure – Experience the best of nature, from whale watching at the Great Australian Bight to exploring the stunning Nullarbor Plain.
• Affordable & Relaxed Living – Enjoy a cost-effective lifestyle with housing and living costs far lower than in major cities.
• Welcoming Community – A friendly and diverse town where you’ll feel right at home.

About the Role

The Facilities Team Lead plays a pivotal role in ensuring Yadu Health’s multi-site operations run safely, smoothly, and efficiently. This position leads a small team responsible for facilities management, fleet operations, asset maintenance, property management, grounds upkeep, cleaning services, and contractor oversight across our Ceduna, Thevenard, Koonibba, and Scotdesco sites.

You will provide hands on technical leadership, oversee preventative and reactive maintenance programs, ensure compliance with WHS and building standards, and support the delivery of safe, high-quality health and aged care services.

Key responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Leading, supervising, and developing a small facilities team across multiple sites.
• Coordinating preventative and reactive maintenance programs to ensure safety, compliance, and operational continuity.
• Managing asset lifecycle planning, including acquisition, maintenance, and disposal.
• Overseeing contractor engagement, inductions, supervision, and performance.
• Ensuring compliance with WHS legislation, building codes, essential safety measures, and aged care physical environment standards.

This role requires someone who is proactive, culturally respectful, and deeply aligned with our mission to support First Nations health outcomes .

About You

To thrive in this position, we are looking for candidates who can meet the following criteria:

• Experience leading and supervising a small operational team.
• Strong knowledge of asset lifecycle management, preventative maintenance, and contractor management.
• Understanding of WHS legislation, building compliance, and fleet compliance requirements.
• Experience coordinating contractors, trades, and service providers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and facilities management systems.
• Commitment to working within an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation and demonstrating cultural respect.
• Valid Driver Licence (Class C or equivalent).
• Trade qualification or significant facilities/building management experience is desirable.
• Experience in health, aged care, or community services environments is desirable.

What’s on Offer

• At Yadu, we are more than just a workplace – we are a community that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. Here’s what you can look forward to:
• Competitive remuneration from $96,009.25 per annum plus superannuation, based on level of experience and alignment to the position.
• Enjoy job security with a permanent full time position.
• Be mentored and work closely with leaders and staff in a supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Free Gym Membership – Enjoy 24/7 access to the Yadu Health Community Gym.
• Salary Packaging Options – Increase your take-home pay through our tax-saving salary packaging benefits.
• Locality Allowance – Financial incentives for working in a beautiful regional setting.
• Training & Career Development – Ongoing opportunities to upskill and grow professionally.
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 Counselling Services available for staff and their immediate family members.

How to Apply

If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling career journey with Yadu Health, submit your application by midnight Wednesday 17 June 2026 and will only be accepted through the advertised job platform.

• For enquiries please contact Jodie Quicke, Corporate Services Manager via email at View email address on jobs.swagapp.com.
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and a cover letter. In your cover letter, please provide responses to the points listed in the About You section above.
• Please note that as part of Yadu Health’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment and pre-employment screening checks which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
• Yadu Health is a proud Child Safe Organisation, committed to fostering safe, inclusive, and respectful environments for children and vulnerable people. As part of our safeguarding practices, all recommended candidates must provide a current National Police Check, Working with Children Check and Aged Care Screening Check. Certain roles may require additions screenings.
• Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. All applicants will receive a response.