Michael Watson
SYDNEY,NSW
Summary
Facilities and Asset Management professional with extensive experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing large-scale assets in highly regulated environments. Expertise in contractor performance management, operational budget control, and compliance with WHS and statutory obligations. Proven ability to drive preventative maintenance strategies and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilities Manager
Clarence Correctional Centre
12.2024 - Current
- Lead end-to-end facilities management operations within a large, secure and highly regulated correctional environment.
- Oversee maintenance delivery, asset performance and capital works projects across the facility.
- Drove preventative maintenance strategies that enhanced asset reliability and minimized reactive maintenance needs.
- Managed contractor performance across multiple service lines, ensuring compliance with KPIs and safety standards to meet contractual obligations.
- Improved contractor accountability and maintenance coordination through structured operational planning.
- Contributed to operational efficiencies through preventative maintenance and workflow improvements.
- Develop and manage operational budgets, forecasts and expenditure reporting.
- Support long-term asset planning and lifecycle management initiatives.
- Ensure WHS compliance, risk mitigation and adherence to legislative and operational requirements.
Building Supervisor
Clarence Correctional Centre
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Led multidisciplinary maintenance teams across large correctional facility, ensuring effective operations and compliance.
- Managed service contractors including HVAC, roofing, locksmithing, pest control and glazing providers.
- Planned, scheduled and coordinated preventative and reactive maintenance works.
- Executed minor capital works and maintenance projects, adhering to operational timeframes and budgets.
- Prepared cost estimates, scopes of work and contractor schedules.
- Streamlined workflow coordination and enhanced contractor accountability through structured planning processes.
- Maintained compliance with WHS, quality assurance and operational requirements.
- Assisted with asset inspections, reporting and maintenance prioritisation.
Maintenance & Facilities Manager
Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed daily maintenance operations to ensure optimal functionality and guest satisfaction at a large resort and accommodation facility.
- Oversaw preventative and reactive maintenance programs, enhancing operational performance and meeting presentation standards.
- Controlled maintenance budgets and procurement activities, ensuring effective contractor engagement for timely project delivery.
- Delivered capital improvement works and facility upgrades.
- Ensured compliance with safety, operational and guest service standards.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules to minimise operational disruption.
Building Supervisor & Coordinator
Central Coast Community Connections
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed home modification and maintenance programs under CHSP, HCP and NDIS frameworks to enhance client satisfaction and service delivery.
- Coordinated trades, suppliers and project schedules to deliver works on time and within budget.
- Cultivated strong stakeholder relationships with clients, occupational therapists and service providers to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Oversaw quality assurance, compliance and reporting requirements to meet regulatory standards and improve program outcomes.
- Conducted site inspections, quotations and work planning activities.
Project Manager | Supervisor | Business Owner
Construction & Maintenance Industry
- Managed trades, subcontractors, project schedules, and operational budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective project execution.
- Coordinated procurement, quotations, client communication, and project delivery to maintain project alignment with client expectations.
- Delivered residential and commercial construction and maintenance projects across various sectors.
- Developed leadership and project management capabilities through hands-on experience in trade coordination and operational oversight.
Education
Diploma of Project Management -
05-2026
Certificate IV in Building and Construction -
Certificate III in Brick and Block Laying -
Skills
- Facilities & Asset Management
- Maintenance Planning
- Maintenance strategies
- Lifecycle planning
- Vendor management
- Risk Management
- WHS Compliance
- Compliance
- Budget Tracking
- Procurement
- Contractor management
- Scheduling
- Project Coordination
- Capital Works
- Minor Projects
- Delivery
- Performance evaluation
- Stakeholder relations
- MRI systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Reporting Systems
- Team Leadership
Certification
- White Card – Construction Induction
- Working at Heights
- Confined Space
- Traffic Control Licence
- First Aid Certificate
- Working With Children Check
- RSA & RCG Licence
- High Risk Work Licence – EWP
- High Risk Work Licence – Forklift
Professional Attributes
- Strong leadership and team management capability
- High-level communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Solutions-focused with strong operational awareness
- Ability to work effectively within high-pressure environments
- Strong understanding of compliance, risk and safety obligations
- Proven ability to coordinate multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
Timeline
Facilities Manager
Clarence Correctional Centre
12.2024 - Current
Building Supervisor
Clarence Correctional Centre
05.2023 - 12.2024
Maintenance & Facilities Manager
Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
07.2022 - 04.2023
Building Supervisor & Coordinator
Central Coast Community Connections
12.2021 - 06.2022
Project Manager | Supervisor | Business Owner
Construction & Maintenance Industry