Facility Management Association of Australia (FMA)

What Facility Management Association of Australia (FMA) does

The Facility Management Association of Australia (FMA) is the peak national industry body for facilities management professionals in Australia, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Melbourne, Victoria. The association operates as a private, member-based organization structured as a company limited by guarantee, governed by a Board of Directors and supported by state and territory branch committees across Australia. It serves individual FM professionals at all career stages, corporate FM organizations (with four membership tiers), students entering the profession, and international FM practitioners through its founding membership in Global FM.

FMA's product portfolio spans four primary revenue streams. Membership subscriptions (individual and corporate tiers) form the recurring-revenue backbone, providing access to Facility Perspectives quarterly magazine, FMTV video content, the member portal, and member pricing across all other offerings. Event registrations — including the flagship FM Connect national conference (rebranded from Ideaction), state branch events, summits, workshops, site tours, and corporate golf days — generate transaction-based revenue. Publications include the Good Practice Guide series (priced $20-$150), FM Industry Census reports, FM Salary Surveys, the Operational Guide to Sustainable FM, Innovative Procurement Solutions, and the Office Churn Research Report. Professional development courses — FM 101 (two-day foundational), Risk & Compliance (multi-session), Ability Thinking (accessibility and inclusion), and the Diploma of Facilities Management delivered through UNEP — round out the offerings.

The association's strategic positioning is anchored in regulatory influence and standards leadership rather than technology development. FMA chairs the Standards Australia MB-022 mirror committee for ISO/TC 267 (the international FM standard) and holds advisory seats on the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) Energy Efficiency Reference Group, the NABERS Stakeholder Advisory Committee, and the Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC). Member benefits include partner discounts through Bunnings and The Accommodation Broker. With 74 employees and operations spanning all Australian states and territories, FMA functions as both an advocacy body and a commercial membership organization, with revenue not publicly disclosed.

Name

Facility Management Association of Australia (FMA)

Legal name

Facility Management Association of Australia Limited

Website

https://fma.com.au

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

FMA is Australia's peak national industry association for facilities management professionals, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Melbourne. It delivers membership services, professional development courses, industry publications, national and state events, and regulatory advocacy for individual FM practitioners and corporate members across Australia.

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Headquarters

HQ city

Melbourne

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Subscriptions: FMA generates revenue through individual and corporate membership fees with multiple tier levels based on engagement and representation required. Membership provides access to industry resources, events, professional development, and member discounts.
2. Event Registrations: Revenue from national conferences, state events, summits, workshops, site tours, and corporate golf days. Members receive discounted pricing compared to non-members.
3. Publications and Resources: Sales of Good Practice Guides, Salary Surveys, FM Industry Census reports, and other industry publications. Members receive discounted rates.
4. Professional Development: Revenue from training courses including FM 101, Risk & Compliance, Ability Thinking accessibility training, and customized organizational training sessions.

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Core offering

FMA is the peak national industry association for facilities management professionals in Australia, delivering membership services, professional development pathways, industry research and benchmarking, events and conferences, publications, and advocacy representation. It serves individual FM practitioners, corporate FM teams, students, and international members through a network of state branches and digital platforms.

Product overview

FMA offers a comprehensive portfolio of products and services for the facilities management industry. The core offering includes membership with access to exclusive content, professional development courses (FM 101, Risk & Compliance, Ability Thinking), and industry publications. The publication portfolio includes the Good Practice Guide (GPG) series covering waste management, digital FM, software selection, neurodiversity, energy management, and battery safety; FM Industry Census reports providing trend data; and FM Salary Surveys for compensation benchmarking. Additional publications include the Operational Guide to Sustainable FM, Innovative Procurement Solutions, and Office Churn Research Report. Events include the flagship FM Connect national conference, state-based summits, workshops, and networking events. Members also receive Facility Perspectives quarterly magazine, FMTV video access, and the member portal for exclusive resources.

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Products and services

• FMA Membership (Individual and Corporate Tiers) Tiered membership program providing individual FM practitioners, students, international affiliates, and corporate organizations with access to training discounts, research, networking, advocacy, and recognition pathways. Customers include facilities managers, corporate FM teams, students, and international FM professionals.
• FM 101 Course Introductory training course designed to provide foundational knowledge of facilities management for new entrants and those seeking to understand the FM function. Targeted at FM professionals, students, and related practitioners.
• Risk & Compliance Course Specialised training course covering risk and compliance considerations for facilities management professionals. Targeted at FM practitioners responsible for risk, compliance, and governance within their organisations.
• Ability Thinking Course Professional development course addressing inclusive design and accessibility considerations for FM professionals. Targeted at FM practitioners responsible for inclusive workplaces and accessibility outcomes.
• Diploma of Facilities Management Formal qualification program providing a comprehensive pathway to credentialed facilities management practice. Targeted at FM professionals seeking formal recognition and career advancement.
• FM Connect National Conference Annual national conference for FMA members and the broader FM industry, featuring keynote presentations, exhibitor displays, networking, and industry announcements. Targeted at FM professionals, corporate FM teams, suppliers, and industry stakeholders.
• State Summits, Workshops, and Events State-level professional events, summits, and workshops delivered through FMA's state branches across Australia. Targeted at FM professionals seeking local networking and learning.
• Facility Perspectives Magazine Official FMA magazine featuring FM industry news, case studies, member profiles, and product updates, distributed in print and digital formats. Targeted at FMA members and the broader FM industry.
• FMTV (FMA Television) Digital video broadcasting platform delivering members-only video content, interviews, and industry programming. Targeted at FMA members and FM professionals seeking digital content.
• Good Practice Guide Series Publication series providing industry-recognised best-practice guidance for facilities management professionals and organisations. Targeted at FM professionals and corporate FM teams seeking standardised practice references.
• FM Industry Census Annual industry research report providing sector-wide data, trends, and benchmarking for the Australian FM industry. Targeted at FMA members, corporate FM teams, and industry stakeholders.
• FM Salary Survey Annual salary benchmarking report providing compensation data for FM professionals across roles, levels, and geographies. Targeted at FMA members, HR teams, and corporate FM departments.
• Operational Guide to Sustainable FM Practical guide addressing sustainability practices within facilities management operations. Targeted at FM professionals and corporate teams responsible for sustainable operations.
• Innovative Procurement Solutions Publication and program offering guidance on procurement approaches and supplier engagement for FM functions. Targeted at FM procurement leads and corporate FM teams.
• Office Churn Research Report Research report analysing office churn and related workplace occupancy trends. Targeted at FM professionals, workplace strategists, and corporate real estate teams.

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Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Global FMcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFMA is a founding member of Global FM, connecting Australian facilities management professionals to a global network of FM associations. This partnership provides opportunities to share knowledge internationally, gain global recognition, and enables entry into Global FM Awards for eligible National Award nominees.
• BunningsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFMA members receive additional savings at Bunnings through a member benefits program. Eligible members can access special pricing on Bunnings products and services. Members must contact FMA Membership for eligibility information and sign up through an application form.
• The Accommodation BrokerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Accommodation Brokers is a travel brokerage firm providing FMA members and staff with an Exclusive Leisure Travel Benefits Program. Access to over 1.6 million domestic and global travel products with negotiated discounted rates, Flash Sales, and Always Available Discounts. Members must register with The Accommodation Brokers to access member pricing.
• BGISminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBGIS is a supporting sponsor for FMA events, specifically the Australian War Memorial Site Tour 2026. Provides support enabling exclusive member events and networking opportunities.
• Banhams WAminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrincipal sponsor for WA Conference 2026. Banhams WA supports facilities managers across Western Australia with integrated fire, electrical and plumbing services, supporting FMA's professional development and networking events.
• Standards Australia - MB-022 (ISO/TC 267 FM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFMA serves as the official Australian mirror committee for the development of international standards for facilities management through Standards Australia committee MB-022. Chaired by Nicholas Burt with members Duncan Waddell and Stephen Ballesty. Represents Australian FM interests in global standards development.
• Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) - Energy Efficiency Reference GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFMA participates in ABCB Energy Efficiency Reference Group providing industry input on Proposals for Change affecting energy inputs into buildings. The ABCB produces and maintains the Building Code of Australia.
• NABERS Stakeholder Advisory CommitteecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFMA serves on the NABERS Stakeholder Advisory Committee, the peak advisory body to the NABERS program providing national forum for industry input into development and ongoing management of NABERS rating tools.
• Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFMA is a member of ASBEC, the peak body of key organisations committed to a productive and sustainable built environment in Australia. Also participates in ASBEC Resilience Task Group and ASBEC Climate Change Adaptation work.
• Work Ombudsman - Cleaning Accountability FrameworkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFMA participates in the Cleaning Accountability Framework (CAF), a world-first initiative to improve labour practices in the cleaning industry, working with cleaners, tenants, contractors, property owners, facility managers, and investors.
• UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme) - Diploma of Facilities ManagementminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFMA developed the Diploma of Facilities Management which is delivered by UNEP, supporting formal education pathways for FM professionals.
• AWBCOminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHalf Day Sponsor for the Aged Care, Retirement Living & Social Housing Summit 2026.
• Infrared ServicesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNetworking Drinks Sponsor for the Aged Care, Retirement Living & Social Housing Summit 2026.
• HiflowminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrincipal partner for VIC Corporate Golf Day 2026.
• AG CoombsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFirst Prize Sponsor and Hole Sponsor for multiple state golf day events including VIC and QLD Corporate Golf Days 2026.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• EuroFM: EuroFM is the European Facility Management Network, a federation of national FM associations across Europe. It is a regional peer to FMA via its role within Global FM and its comparable mission of advancing FM standards and research across European member associations.
• Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM): IWFM (formerly BIFM) is the UK's professional body for workplace and facilities management, offering a comparable portfolio of membership tiers, professional development, and standards influence. It is a regional peer in the same Global FM network as FMA.
• Asian Facility Management Association (AFMA): AFMA is a regional FM association serving Asian markets. It is a regional peer to FMA in the broader Global FM ecosystem, operating comparable membership, training, and certification programs across Asia-Pacific.
• Real Property Association of Canada (RealPM): RealPM (formerly RealFM) is Canada's national facility management and real property association. It is a regional peer with a comparable membership, education, and benchmarking model serving the Canadian FM profession.

Others

• Global FM: Global FM is the international federation of national FM associations of which FMA is a founding member. While not a direct competitor, it is a comparable peer in the international FM association ecosystem and operates the Global FM Awards that FMA members access.

Broad incumbents

• Building Owners and Managers Association International (BOMA): BOMA is a global commercial real estate association with deep FM overlap. While its core focus is building ownership and management, it serves similar professional audiences and competes with FMA for corporate sponsors and members in the Australian commercial property ecosystem.
• Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS): RICS is a global professional body with a facilities management pathway and chartered credentialing. It is a broad incumbent that competes with FMA for senior FM professionals seeking formal credentials and international recognition in the Australian market.
• International Facility Management Association (IFMA): IFMA is the largest global FM association, headquartered in the US with a credentialing focus (CFM, FMP). It is comparable to FMA as a peak international FM membership body with overlapping content, training, and standards activities, though it operates at a much larger global scale.

Direct peers

• Facility Management Association of New Zealand (FMANZ): FMANZ is New Zealand's peak FM association, jointly covering Australia and New Zealand in FMA's FM Industry Census. As a trans-Tasman peer with a near-identical membership, events, and training model, FMANZ is the closest direct comparable to FMA.

Emerging players

• APPA – Leadership in Educational Facilities: APPA is the US-based association for FM professionals in higher education and educational facilities. It is an emerging thematic peer to FMA in the specialized FM-for-education vertical, with comparable credentials, training, and publications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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