Façade Systems Technical & Compliance Manager

Job Description

At Fairview, we are passionate about the culture we have built and feel strongly that skills can be learnt but what is critical to the ongoing success and growth of the business is finding the ‘right’ mix of people who work cohesively together and lift each other up. Our people are passionate about finding solutions, they look out for one another, believe strongly in building relationships and work collaboratively toward common goals. We believe in staff development, creating pathways for progression and are committed to empowerment and autonomy for our people. If you have the drive and determination to blaze new trails through innovation, understand the need for collaboration, are action-oriented and are not afraid to make courageous decisions, with customer satisfaction being at the core of everything you do, then Fairview can take you places.

The Façade Systems Technical & Compliance Manager for Compressed Fibre Cement (CFC) Cladding is responsible for leading the technical performance, compliance, installation methodology, and product development pipeline, onsite product observations for the company’s CFC cladding portfolio. This role provides expert guidance across engineering design, building code compliance, façade system integration, and onsite installation practices, ensuring products are safe, compliant, competitive, and optimised for market success.

The position collaborates closely with R&D, product management, sales, marketing, and customers to deliver high-quality technical support and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include maintaining technical documentation, certifications, test reports, specifications, installation manuals, and compliance records; reviewing project drawings and system designs to ensure compliance with NCC/AS standards; identifying technical and installation risks; and providing recommendations to address site issues and improve outcomes.

The role works closely with Sales, Operations, suppliers, consultants, testing laboratories, and regulatory authorities to support project delivery and customer confidence. It also contributes to product development, system improvements, and innovation initiatives by evaluating market trends, customer feedback, and industry requirements.

Additionally, the position delivers technical training, installer support, CPDs, and audits to promote best-practice installation standards and continuous improvement. The role conducts site inspections, investigates product or installation issues, recommends corrective actions, and performs final installation reviews to support warranty approvals and ensure compliance with Fairview’s technical requirements.

Skill & Experience

ESSENTIAL

1. 5–10+ years’ experience with façade or external wall systems in real projects, ideally including time spent supporting, inspecting, or resolving installation outcomes on construction sites.
2. Experience in building product testing, certification, and compliance documentation.
3. Background in fibre cement, façade engineering, or exterior cladding systems highly desirable.
4. Advanced knowledge of compressed fibre cement cladding, façade engineering, and building envelope systems.
5. Strong understanding of the National Construction Code (NCC) and relevant Australian Standards.
6. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical schematics.
7. Excellent problem solving and diagnostic skills.
8. Strong communication and presentation abilities.
    

DESIRABLE

1. Customer focused with the ability to engage and influence technical and non-technical stakeholders.
2. Proficiency in CAD/Revit, technical writing, and documentation tools.