Global Facilities Lead in Sydney

Join the team redefining how the world experiences design.

Where And How You Can Work

Our flagship campus is in Sydney. We also have a campus in Melbourne and co-working spaces in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide.

What You’d Be Doing In This Role

As Canva scales, change continues to be part of our DNA. This role is focused on:

• Global Maintenance Strategy & Operations
  • Develop, implement, and audit a cohesive global maintenance strategy to ensure standardised processes, operational efficiency, and compliance across all Canva campuses.
  • Oversee both preventative and reactive maintenance programs, minimising downtime and operational disruptions.
  • Optimise building performance through strategic asset management, sustainability initiatives, and lifecycle planning.
• Vendor Management & Procurement
  • Establish and manage global vendor relationships across mechanical, electrical, fire safety, plumbing, and general facilities maintenance services.
  • Drive vendor consolidation initiatives to enhance cost efficiency, service quality, and contract consistency.
  • Oversee vendor approval, onboarding, and ongoing performance reviews to maintain high service standards.
• Compliance & Risk Mitigation
  • Ensure all campuses comply with local and international standards across fire safety, electrical, mechanical, and environmental regulations.
  • Implement a centralised system for compliance and certification tracking to manage inspections and audits effectively.
  • Lead the development and execution of safety protocols, emergency maintenance procedures, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Budgeting & Cost Optimisation
  • Develop and manage a global maintenance budget, delivering cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality.
  • Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through predictive maintenance, bulk procurement, and process enhancements.
  • Support long-term capital planning for facility upgrades, asset lifecycle management, and replacement planning.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
  • Partner with regional facilities teams to ensure seamless, consistent execution of maintenance programs across locations.
  • Collaborate closely with Real Estate, Workplace Experience, Finance, and Legal teams to align maintenance operations with broader business goals.
  • Provide regular reporting, insights, and analysis on global maintenance performance, spend, and risk exposure.

You're probably a match if:

• You have 10+ years of experience in facilities maintenance, property management, or operations at a global scale.
• You’re skilled at managing and optimising multiple sites by centralising and systemising maintenance operations across regions.
• You possess strong knowledge of building systems, regulatory compliance, sustainability practices, and asset management.
• You have a proven track record of managing international vendor relationships, contracts, and service-level agreements (SLAs).
• You’ve successfully implemented centralised maintenance platforms, compliance tracking systems, and cost control measures.
• You bring exceptional problem-solving skills, leadership qualities, and thrive in cross-functional collaboration within fast-paced environments.
• You’re data-driven, with the ability to analyse maintenance trends and continuously improve performance.
• You’re experienced in budgeting, forecasting, and managing CAPEX/OPEX planning for global operations.
• You’re open to occasional travel as needed to Canva’s global offices.

About The Team

The Vibe team is part of the People Supergroup, and we’re on a mission to create the most inspiring, productive, and fun workplace in the world. We support everything from hospitality and events to facilities and wellbeing, ensuring that every Canva campus is a space our people can thrive in.

What's in it for you?

Achieving our crazy big goals motivates us to work hard - and we do - but you'll experience lots of moments of magic, connectivity and fun woven throughout life at Canva, too. We also offer a range of benefits to set you up for every success in and outside of work.

Here's a Taste Of What's On Offer:

• Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
• An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
• Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally

Other Stuff To Know

We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills and passion, as well as how you can enhance Canva and our culture. When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.

We celebrate all types of skills and backgrounds at Canva so even if you don’t feel like your skills quite match what’s listed above - we still want to hear from you!

Please note that interviews are conducted virtually.