Facility Management Association of Australia in Docklands, Victoria | Non-profit organisation

Facility Management Association of Australia

Locality: Docklands, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 8641 6666

Address: Suite 4.01, 838 Collins Street 3008 Docklands, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.fma.com.au

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25.01.2022 We're excited to announce that FMA will partner with Total Facilities (TFX) to deliver Australia’s largest event servicing the FM industry at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre on 2123 April 2020. FMA will be the Thought Leadership Partner, providing a tailored educational based speaker program presented as part of the TFX Speaker Series. As a key player in the industry, working with Total Facilities is a further step to connect with our stakeholders across the entire industry, said FMA Chair, Bryon Price. This is an exciting step for us to leverage the Association’s core competency in delivery of knowledge and education to the FM industry. Read more: www.fma.com.au/node/205897 #TFX2020 #FMA #FacilitiesManagement #ThoughtLeadership

25.01.2022 Thanks to everyone who joined us at the 2019 FM Industry Awards last week to celebrate excellence in facilities management. What a night!

24.01.2022 Forget Zoom this year’s National Conference promises to be an interactive tech-enabled event! Learn from industry experts & thought leaders; speak to presenters, delegates & sponsors; participate in live Q&A sessions. Register for this immersive day of learning & networking at www.ideactionvirtual.com.au #IdeactionVirtual #VirtualEvents #FacilitiesManagement

24.01.2022 THANK YOU to all the cleaners who do a fantastic job keeping our built environment safe and hygienic, especially during COVID-19. #ThankYourCleanerDay is important every year, but even more so this year, as cleaners work on the frontlines to help us manage the pandemic. #ThankYourCleaner #ThankYou #Cleaners

23.01.2022 Registrations for Ideaction.2020 are now open! Join us in Darwin from Sunday 31 May for Australia's leading FM Conference & Exhibition. This year we have significantly reduced registration rates >> www.ideaction2020.com.au Check out the current program here: https://lnkd.in/gYiZenA There are still two keynote presentations to be announced... these will be hot industry topics, so stay tuned! #Ideaction #Ideaction2020 #FacilitiesManagement #FMA #Conference

21.01.2022 We are pleased to announce that Bryon Price from A.G. Coombs has been elected Chair of the FMA. He takes over from Kristiana Greenwood, who has now completed her three-year term. The Association congratulates Mr Price on his appointment, and thanks Ms Greenwood for her outstanding leadership. We are also excited to welcome Sharon Pollard from Fed Square as an Incoming Director. Read more about changes to the FMA Board >> www.fma.com.au/node/204922

21.01.2022 Want to be the best in the business at managing waste? We asked some of Australia’s top facilities managers to share the secret to achieving 5- and 6-star NABERS Waste Ratings. Tenants in these buildings often have sustainability meetings, monitor individual tenant recycling performance and compete to be the best recyclers. What's your best tip for managing waste? http://bit.ly/2Vzpqcg #WasteManagement #Recycling #NABERS #Sustainability #FacilitiesManagement #BuildingMaintenance

19.01.2022 We're trying to gauge industry sentiment to assist in planning a return to face-to-face events. Can you help us out by answering two quick questions? https://lnkd.in/eC278Fe

19.01.2022 The latest edition of Facility Perspectives is now available online: https://bit.ly/2r7OkmA This month's special features include retail facilities, FM upskilling, security & resilience and more! We've highlighted a few stories below... This magazine is available exclusively for #FMA members. Maintenance of #FireSafety measures... #ClimateChange is now an emergency #CustomerExperience: the core of facilities strategy Stadium solutions for optimising fan experience and #Safety Ways to boost your #NABERS Waste Rating Generating #CarbonCredits by diverting organic waste from landfill See more

18.01.2022 We invite you to participate at Ideaction.2020, our National FM Conference & Exhibition, which will be held in Darwin from 31 May to 3 June. We are looking for speakers to present on a range of topics that challenge and enthuse the industry including technology, innovation, energy efficiency, education and more... The call for abstracts closes Thursday 19 December. Opportunities to participate are limited, so don’t miss out! Abstract Submission Form >> https://bit.ly/33JlshP... #Ideaction2020 #FacilitiesManagement #BuiltEnvironment #EnergyEfficiency #Conference

17.01.2022 National Recycling Week starts today! Planet Ark has put together a fun quiz to find out how much you know about recycling... Test your knowledge for a chance to win one of 10 Biome "Choose to Reuse Kits" valued at $82 each. Take the quiz now >> https://bit.ly/2NxwLEO #NationalRecyclingWeek #Recycling #PlanetArk #Sustainability

16.01.2022 We're excited to announce that registrations for Ideaction.Virtual are now open! Join us for a full day of online learning on Tuesday 2 June (please note the new date). Register at www.ideactionvirtual.com.au The theme for this year’s National Conference is "Ahead of the Game 2020: Virtualising the FM Industry", a concept that reflects the way our world has changed since the outbreak of COVID-19. Thanks to our Sponsors & Exhibitors GJK Facility Services, Zancott Knight, FSI... Concept Evolution, AustralianSuper and A.G. Coombs. #Ideaction #IdeactionVirtual #FacilitiesManagement #BuildingServices

16.01.2022 The National Board of the Association has announced its support for bushfire recovery efforts through the Australian Red Cross. Members have come forward indicating a willingness to support the bushfire efforts, and there will be an impact on members both now and during the recovery. As custodians of the built environment, facilities management professionals are integral in responding to the devastating effects of the current bushfires. FMA supports efforts being undertaken by the Red Cross and encourages members to continue their support through such recognised channels.

16.01.2022 We have some great events coming up this week! There's online Professional Development courses on Facilities Management - "Technical & Specific Issues" on Tuesday and "Hazardous Materials & Chemicals" on Wednesday: www.fma.com.au/virtual-pd-sessions Also on Wednesday, we're commemorating World FM Day 2020 under the theme "Celebrating Our Environment". Join sustainability expert Jeffrey Robinson from Aurecon to find out how facilities managers are flattening the climate change... curve and paving the way towards a low-carbon built environment: https://bit.ly/2Lk5pzX Finally, on Thursday, we're holding a webinar on how COVID-19 is affecting NABERS Ratings and the Commercial Building Disclosure (CBD) Program: https://bit.ly/35MNI5u #WorldFMDay #WorldFMDay2020 #CelebratingOurEnvironment #Sustainability #ClimateChange #FacilitiesManagement #LowCarbon #BuiltEnvironment #NABERS

14.01.2022 The deadline to apply for the 2020 Indigenous Scholarship has been extended to 23 October. The Diploma of FM is an excellent way to further your career in facilities management, and we encourage all eligible members to apply! Learn more >> https://lnkd.in/gwN6n_v Thanks to our sponsors UNE Partnerships, GJK Facility Services and GJK Indigenous Solutions.

14.01.2022 Nominations for the 2020 FM Industry Awards close soon... don’t miss your chance to gain national recognition! Click here >> https://lnkd.in/fJbsu9w

13.01.2022 Join us this Thursday to find out how COVID-19 is changing the rules of the game when it comes to commercial leasing: bit.ly/2xpCvuU The pandemic has accelerated mobile work practices and made tenants more risk averse. This webinar will provide guidance to help commercial tenants and FM professionals navigate the crisis and prepare for business post COVID-19. #RealEstate #CommercialRealEstate #FacilitiesManagement #VirtualEvents #COVID19

13.01.2022 This Thursday, we’re turning our attention to local government. Find out how city councils are changing their delivery methods to ensure people continue benefiting from their services during COVID-19. Hear from: Rick Kwasek, Director of Environment & Infrastructure at Stonnington City Council Demara Jackson, CEO of Urban Maintenance Systems (UMS). Register now >> https://lnkd.in/gh5_CHP ... Thanks to SALTO Systems ANZ and Urbanise for sponsoring this event! #LocalGovernment #ServiceDelivery #FacilitiesManagement

12.01.2022 With almost 150 attendees, Ideaction.Virtual proved that an online conference can be a huge success! The impressive line-up of speakers provided an insightful and entertaining look into a wide range of issues affecting the FM industry. Attendees also enjoyed the chance to network with friends and colleagues at the "Virtual Café". Read more >> https://bit.ly/2YifALI Thanks to our sponsors GJK Facility Services, A.G. Coombs, AustralianSuper, Autodesk, Bunnings Warehouse Australia, FSI (FM Solutions), Planon Software, UNE Partnerships, Urbanise and Zancott Knight Facilities Management. #IdeactionVirtual #FacilitiesManagement #OnlineConference #VirtualEvents #BuiltEnvironment

12.01.2022 Tomorrow, on World FM Day, we’ll be launching our What is FM? video. Grab a drink and join us for a virtual networking event to celebrate this dynamic industry! Register here >> https://lnkd.in/g5Xgymn There’ll be breakout rooms, so we can chat in small groups - the only way we can network at the moment! We’ll also hear from Aurecon's Jeff Robinson about the critical role facilities managers play in the transition to a low-carbon built environment. Thanks to our #...WorldFMDay sponsors GJK Facility Services & FSI and to our major video sponsors Fed Square, Cromwell Property Group, Programmed & Zancott Knight Facilities Management. #WorldFMDay2020 #FacilitiesManagement #FacilitiesManager #BuiltEnvironment #Sustainability #GreenBuilding #LowCarbon #CelebratingOurEnvironment

12.01.2022 We're excited to announce that the 2020 FM Industry Awards for Excellence will be held on Thursday 3 December, as a series of live events across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth all connected by digital technology. For more announcements, including finalists and a new award for 2020, click here >> https://lnkd.in/gA8At8f #FMAwards #FMAwards2020 #FacilitiesManagement

12.01.2022 In just four weeks, we will celebrate World FM Day! Facilities managers are the people who keep our built environment functioning safely and efficiently, even during times of crisis. While it can be a thankless job, FM professionals continue to work during the current pandemic so that our hospitals, supermarkets and other essential facilities can remain open. The theme of World FM Day 2020 is "Celebrating our Environment", which acknowledges our respect for the natural worl...d and our continued focus on sustainability. The FM industry plays a key role in supporting green initiatives and resilience across the building sector. Stayed tuned for information on our virtual events for World FM Day... For more information, click here: https://lnkd.in/enxQBZF #WorldFMDay #FacilitiesManagement #FM #FacMan #Environment #Sustainability #Resilience #BuiltEnvironment

12.01.2022 Our latest Good Practice Guide on Energy Management is out now! Download it free from our website to achieve more efficient energy outcomes within your facility, and experience a range of benefits, from improved comfort & productivity to lower operating costs & GHG emissions >> https://lnkd.in/gwNKv6V Thank you to the Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources for supporting this guide through the Climate Solutions Package. #EnergyManagement #EnergyEfficiency #EnergySavings #Facilites #FacilitiesManagement #EmissionsReduction #ClimateSolutions

12.01.2022 We're proud to launch the 2020 Indigenous Scholarship for the Diploma of Facilities Management, in partnership with UNE Partnerships, GJK Facility Services and GJK Indigenous Solutions! The scholarship is open to FMA members of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, with two full scholarships awarded to the highest-ranked applicants. Learn more and apply here >> https://lnkd.in/gwN6n_v #Indigenous #Scholarship #Education #IndigenousEducation #IndigenousBusiness #IndigenousEngagement #FacilitiesManagement

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10.01.2022 FMA is committed to the safety of our members, event attendees and staff. We have been closely monitoring the COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation. After much consideration, and in keeping with our objective to encourage industry thought leadership and knowledge sharing, we have elected to alter the way we deliver our events, specifically Ideaction.2020. The National Conference will be replaced with a comprehensive virtual program. Learn more: www.fma.com.au/node/207840 #Ideaction2020

10.01.2022 The Melbourne Cricket Club is leading the way in environmental sustainability. The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is the first sports venue in the world to close the loop on organics recycling, with an on-site organics dehydrator. Waste from food and turf materials is treated in house and turned into a soil additive, which is used to sustain the heritage-listed Yarra Park that surrounds the stadium. The MCC has a strong belief in the importance of operating in an environmentally responsible way and we are prepared to try new things for the benefit of the wider sports and venue industry." Read more: www.fma.com.au/node/207873 #Sustainability #Recycling #OrganicsRecycling #FoodWaste #Compost #Facilities #CircularEconomy

10.01.2022 We’re excited to announce that this year's National Summit on Digital Transformation in FM will take place on Thursday 8 October! Join us online to learn about the latest technologies in the built environment, how they're being used to keep buildings healthy & safe during COVID-19, and how to keep ahead of the challenges in this fast-paced industry. Register now >> https://lnkd.in/gUAC7YQ Thanks to our event partners Zuuse, SALTO Systems ANZ, Urbanise and FSI (FM Solutions) Limited. #Digital #Technology #DigitalTransformation #BuiltEnvironment #Digitization #BIM #Geospatial #FacilitiesManagement #Facilities #FacilityManager

09.01.2022 We are excited to announce our strategic partnership with FMANZ - Facilities Management Association of New Zealand! The Trans-Tasman Facilities Management Alliance is set to bring a range of benefits for members on both sides of the Tasman. It presents opportunities for aligned outcomes in the areas of education, accreditation, membership and knowledge resources, as well as the potential to deliver a joint conference. Read more >> www.fma.com.au/node/205366 #FacMan #FacilitiesManagement #Partnerships #FMA #FMANZ

09.01.2022 We've extended the deadline for the 2020 FM Industry Awards by one week! Submit a nomination for your chance to gain national recognition and help us celebrate excellence in facilities management! Nominate now >> https://lnkd.in/fJbsu9w #FMAwards #FacilitiesManagement #Sustainability #Diversity #Partnerships #Innovation #Productivity #Safety #Wellbeing Thanks to our sponsors AustralianSuper, Academy Services, A.G. Coombs, GJK Facility Services, ARA Property Services/CMC, AWB Co., Bintracker, FSI (FM Solutions) Limited, Urbanise and Zancott Knight.

09.01.2022 With the built environment responsible for 39% of global carbon emissions, our building and development community can, and must, play a significant role in international decarbonisation. By 2050, the vision is for all new buildings, infrastructure and renovations to have net zero embodied carbon and for all structures to have net zero emissions in operations. Green Building Council of Australia #EmbodiedCarbon #Sustainability #GreenBuilding #NetZero

07.01.2022 A vision for modern cities! The Bosco Verticale is a sustainable residential complex in Milan, Italy. Each vertical forest, which equates to 20,000 square meters of forest, moderates temperatures, absorbs CO2 and filters out dust particles. It also protects residents from noise pollution and creates a microhabitat for birds and insects. The buildings are powered by solar panels and use filtered waste water to irrigate the greenery. https://lnkd.in/g-3Xqdb #SustainableCities #SustainableDesign #SustainableArchitecture #GreenBuilding #AirPollution #Biodiversity #Renewables #RenewableEnergy #Solar #NetZero #LowCarbon

07.01.2022 Join us this Thursday for an important webinar on Working & Wellness in Isolation a topic that is likely to have broad appeal both within and beyond the FM community. COVID-19 has changed the way we work and communicate. We are now restricted in movement and many of us are working from home while juggling our children’s education. On top of job losses and economic uncertainty, is it any wonder that stress levels are rising? This session, featuring Mary Jensen from M Power S...ervices and other inspirational speakers, will provide clear guidelines on how to: Communicate virtually Create worklife balance Invest in self-care to get you through this difficult time and ensure you are able to emotionally support others. Register here! bit.ly/3eVpMBi #Wellness #MentalHealth #ManagingStress #StayConnected

07.01.2022 Happy World FM Day! Today we raise a glass to facilities managers everywhere. THANK YOU for keeping our built environment safe, healthy and efficient, even during times of crisis. The theme of World FM Day 2020 is Celebrating Our Environment. Join our virtual event this afternoon to find out how facilities managers are helping to pave the way for the building sector's transition to a low-carbon future >> https://lnkd.in/g5Xgymn #WorldFMDay #WorldFMDay2020 #CelebratingOurEnvironment #Sustainability

05.01.2022 The FMA is proud to launch its first Accessibility Policy on 3 December, International Day of People with Disability - Australia. Approximately one in five Australians live with a disability. The Accessibility Policy, which was developed by our Diversity Portfolio Group, outlines how the FMA can foster an environment where members and employers are supported, educated and provided with the right tools to make their facilities and workplaces more accessible. bit.ly/2sEvGDb #IDPWD #IDPWD19 #Accessibility #Facilities #Diversity #Inclusion #GrowInclusion

05.01.2022 Today, on National Close the Gap Day, the FMA launches its Indigenous engagement webpage - a resource that paves the way for new opportunities and career paths for Indigenous people and businesses within the facilities management industry >> www.fma.com.au/indigenous-engagement Use this webpage to locate an Indigenous FM businesses, access an Indigenous education support program and improve Indigenous engagement within your business. We hope you will join us in seizing this o...pportunity to close the employment gap and help make the FM industry an agent for change! Read more >> www.fma.com.au/node/207865 #CloseTheGap #IndigenousEngagement #IndigenousBusiness #FMA #FacilitiesManagement #CareerPaths

04.01.2022 This Thursday, we turn our attention to Office & Space Planning! Join us for a webinar featuring Justin Hatchett from Green Furniture Hub and Heidi Smith from Gray Puksand. This session, which is FREE for FMA members, will cover... Planning your office layout to incorporate social distancing How to manage high-traffic & touch-point areas Options for rehoming or recycling unwanted office furniture. ... Thank you to Green Furniture Hub for sponsoring this session! Register here >> https://bit.ly/2zRToQl

03.01.2022 Season’s Greetings from the #FMA team! The past year has been an exciting time for the Association and we are confident that 2020 will bring many positive developments >> www.fma.com.au/node/205441 Our National Office will be closed for two weeks, reopening on Monday 6 January. We wish all of you a very safe, happy and relaxing break with your loved ones

03.01.2022 If you’re an FMA member, make sure you’re registered to be added to the FM Special Pricelist to receive an additional discount on over 7,000 items at Bunnings! This discount applies to all corporate & individual members who have, or are eligible for, PowerPass. Simply complete the Bunnings Authority Form >> bit.ly/3j4NcoP

03.01.2022 Who needs building regulations? Richard from Barely Liveable Real Estate spruiks another hot property... "Shoddy materials, permissive planning laws, suspect certification all of these factors combine to create a dazzling buyers’ market with you in the driver’s seat! Big thanks to Sammy J who hosted his fourth FM Industry Awards Gala Dinner on Wednesday night, bringing his usual humour and charm to the role of MC. #BuildingRegulations #NCC #RealEstate #Cladding #ComedyGold

03.01.2022 Well-maintained HVAC systems function better, use less energy, emit fewer GHG emissions, and boost comfort for building occupants. The UOW: University of Wollongong, Australia is conducting a survey of facilities & property managers to support the government in shaping future policies for HVAC in office buildings. If you manage an office building, please spare 15 minutes to complete the survey. In addition to helping the industry, you could also win one of forty $100 gift vouchers https://betterwaystowork.com.au #HVAC #HVACR #AirConditioning #BuildingServices #BuildingManagement #FacilitiesManagement #EnergyEfficiency #Emissions #BuiltEnvironment

02.01.2022 Which technologies will change the future of facilities management? Please spare 3 minutes to complete this short Global Survey on Digitisation in FM: https://lnkd.in/gjYKN-u Your feedback will help understand FM professionals’ relationship with various types of technology. The project is being conducted by FMHOUSE, DHBW, Metropolia Ammattikorkeakoulu and Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (Oficial). #Digitsation #Technology #DigitalTransformation #Facilities #FacilitiesManagement

02.01.2022 Thanks to Academy Services for supporting our SA Corporate Golf Day! Join us on Friday 27 November at Mount Osmond Golf Club, located in the foothills of Adelaide, for a day of golf, networking and fun! Register here: https://bit.ly/2IkUdVA

01.01.2022 Australia is home to thousands of properties, from office buildings to shopping centres, schools and hospitals. The ongoing management, maintenance and upkeep of these facilities is undertaken by a group of professionals called facilities managers. Let’s discover what’s involved in keeping Australia’s built environment safe, sustainable and financially viable Video by Marketable Video Production. With thanks to Fed Square, Programmed, EvacServices, GJK Facility Services LinkSafe, Cromwell Property Group, Zancott Knight and ASEC. #WorldFMDay #WorldFMDay2020 #FacilitiesManagement #FacilitiesManager #FMA #BuiltEnvironment #BuildingManagement #Facilities #FacilitiesMaintenance

01.01.2022 Join us this Thursday for a webinar on the implications of airborne transmission of COVID-19. We will discuss how to best operate & maintain HVAC systems and how to optimise cleanliness of the indoor environment in order to minimise the risk of COVID-19 transmission. Hear from industry experts with extensive experience in building services. Learn more & register at >> https://bit.ly/2DP7uDB Thanks to our VLC Supporter Sponsors TBS Air And Energy & QED Environmental Services!... #HVAC #IndoorAirQuality #AirborneTransmission #COVID19 #COVID19Prevention #FacilitiesManagement #BuiltEnvironment #IndoorEnvironment