James Grant
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Hardworking Facilities Manager experienced in tenant relations, maintenance oversight and providing technical expertise to building owners and occupants. Motivated leader with excellent relationship-building and decision-making abilities. Desiring a permanent role with room for advancement. Focused on maintaining smooth and efficient building operations. Proactive and resourceful manager with top-notch communication skills and a disciplined approach. Offering 10 years of progressive experience.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilities Manager & Fire Safety Advisor
Star BMS
Brisbane, QLD
10.2022 - Current
- Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
- Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Managed vendor relationships for cost-effective services, ensuring quality and timely completion of projects.
- Achieved cost savings through negotiating service contracts, leveraging long-term relationships with trusted suppliers.
- Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance for quality assurance purposes, maintaining strong partnerships while holding service providers accountable for their work.
- Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements.
- Oversaw facility renovations, ensuring ADA compliance and adherence to local building codes.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance plans and streamlining work order processes.
- Maintained HVAC, temperature control, electrical and building automation systems.
- Maintained regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date on relevant laws, codes, standards, such as OSHA requirements.
- Created management reports outlining important facility statistics.
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Accounted for building usage and organizational needs when planning maintenance activities.
- Established emergency response procedures, effectively managing crisis situations with minimal disruption to operations.
- Drove continuous improvement of processes and systems operation.
- Enhanced building security with the installation of access control systems, surveillance cameras, and improved lighting.
- Led cross-functional teams to complete complex facility projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Oversaw finances and made recommendations to reach or exceed budget in unforeseen circumstances.
- Analyzed building control and HVAC system performance and recommended improvements.
- Implemented waste reduction initiatives by introducing recycling programs and partnering with environmentally responsible vendors.
- Managed security and access control by overseeing surveillance camera, alarm and card access systems for facility safety and security.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to obtain favorable and cost-effective terms and conditions.
- Reviewed and updated emergency response plans regularly to ensure their continued effectiveness in addressing potential fire-related scenarios.
- Developed and implemented customized fire safety training programs for employees, resulting in a safer workplace environment.
- Enhanced emergency preparedness by designing and executing evacuation drills and exercises.
Roving After hours Caretaker
Arise Hotels South Brisbane
09.2020 - Current
- After Hours caretaking of 5 Arise Hotels
- Check in guests after hours
- Respond to guest after hours enquiries
- Monitor security at each property
- Respond to emergency situations
- Check operation of fire services
- Cleaning as required
- Complete reporting for each property
- Produce reports (RMS) for shift tasks
- Maintenance tasks as required
Group Leader
Moreton Island SES
08.2009 - Current
- Responsible for overall operations of SES Base
- Train and mentor new members
- Road Crash Rescue team leader
- First aid
- Arrange servicing of SES Equipment (Vehicles,chainsaws,working at heights kits)
- Prepare reports of activations
Maintenance Officer
Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane & Peak Apartments
07.2018 - 09.2020
- Manage all maintenance for Hotel and Apartments
- Carry out Scheduled maintenance on all plant and equipment
- Obtain quotes for building and body corporate repairs
- Prepare reports for Hotel and Body Corporate
- On call support after hours for break downs and emergencies
- Conduct Fire and emergency training for all staff
- Manage contractors working onsite including WHS inductions
- Review and prepare work instructions and procedures
- Manage preventative maintenance schedules
- Monitor and respond to WiFi access issues for 134 hotel rooms
- Monitor Entertainment broadcast system including Foxtel channels
- Carry out swimming pool testing and maintenance
- Perform repairs and programming of automatic locks
- Airconditioning fault finding and routine maintenance
Utilities Handyperson
Tangalooma Island Resort
08.2009 - 04.2018
- First responder to Fire Alarms
- Assist monthly and yearly Fire panel testing
- Maintain and test fire fighting Equipment
- Perform electrical and plumbing repairs as required
- Train and act as point of reference for junior staff
- All aspects of 3 swimming pool maintenance and regulatory testing
- Operation of waste water treatment plant, Chemical testing, prepare samples for regulatory testing, cleaning and maintenance of plant equipment
- Potable water flow testing, fault finding and maintenance
- Follow procedures for resumption of power supply
- Repairs and programming of automatic gates and doors
- Assist guests with information relating to resort facilities and safety procedures
Manager
Hand Wash Cafe
11.2007 - 08.2009
Chef
Noosa Yacht & Rowing Club
11.2005 - 11.2007
Sales Consultant Residential House and Land Sales
Ray White Real Estate - Tewantin
06.2004 - 11.2005
Sales Consultant - Residential House and Land Sales
FKP Pty Ltd Peregian Springs
07.2003 - 02.2004
Sales Consultant - Toyota and Lexus
Sci-Fleet Motors Pty Ltd
03.2000 - 07.2003
Sales Consultant - Subaru & Peugeot
City Automotive Group
04.1999 - 03.2000
Sales Consultant
Westmore Honda
01.1999 - 04.1999
Sales Consultant
Telstra Corporation
07.1996 - 11.1998
Computer Systems Administrator
Telstra ATLAS Pty Ltd
01.1994 - 07.1996
Computer Operations Supervisor
Telstra ATLAS Pty Ltd
07.1989 - 01.1994
Computer Systems Operator
Westpac Banking Corporation
10.1983 - 07.1989
Education
Certificate - Fire Safety Advisor
Fire & Safety Australia
Brisbane03.2023
Skills
- Ability to exceed targets
- Ability to work under pressure
- Committed to high quality customer service
- Highly self motivated
- Willingness to take ownership of customer concerns
- Adaptable to a changeable environment
- Excellent conflict resolution skills
- High Level of computer skills
- Analytical problem solving skills
- Ability to think outside the square
- Building Maintenance
- Technical knowledge
- Building inspections
- Emergency Preparedness
- System inspections
- Planning and scheduling
- Leadership and supervision
- Presentation
- Analytical Thinking
- Access Control
Accomplishments
- Developed computer based annual fire training.
- Managed Multiple buildings simultaneously.
Contacts
0468 897 488, jamesc_grantau@hotmail.com
Hobbies and Interests
- Photography
- Fishing
- Camping
- Creative writing
- Technology
Training
- RMS booking system
- Lexus Academy training
- Professional Prospecting
- Customer Needs Assessment
- Signature Service
- Customer Needs based selling
- Personal Organisation and Planning Skills
Certification
- Licensed Fire Safety Advisor QFES #13305
Timeline
Facilities Manager & Fire Safety Advisor
Star BMS
10.2022 - Current
Roving After hours Caretaker
Arise Hotels South Brisbane
09.2020 - Current
Maintenance Officer
Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane & Peak Apartments
07.2018 - 09.2020
Group Leader
Moreton Island SES
08.2009 - Current
Utilities Handyperson
Tangalooma Island Resort
08.2009 - 04.2018
Manager
Hand Wash Cafe
11.2007 - 08.2009
Chef
Noosa Yacht & Rowing Club
11.2005 - 11.2007
Sales Consultant Residential House and Land Sales
Ray White Real Estate - Tewantin
06.2004 - 11.2005
Sales Consultant - Residential House and Land Sales
FKP Pty Ltd Peregian Springs
07.2003 - 02.2004
Sales Consultant - Toyota and Lexus
Sci-Fleet Motors Pty Ltd
03.2000 - 07.2003
Sales Consultant - Subaru & Peugeot
City Automotive Group
04.1999 - 03.2000
Sales Consultant
Westmore Honda
01.1999 - 04.1999
Sales Consultant
Telstra Corporation
07.1996 - 11.1998
Computer Systems Administrator
Telstra ATLAS Pty Ltd
01.1994 - 07.1996
Computer Operations Supervisor
Telstra ATLAS Pty Ltd
07.1989 - 01.1994
Computer Systems Operator
Westpac Banking Corporation
10.1983 - 07.1989
Certificate - Fire Safety Advisor
Fire & Safety Australia