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Let's Talk Facilities is the podcast for all things facility management, commercial facilities, HVAC to carpet cleaning. Join the team from Premrest as we explore practical insights, industry trends, and innovative strategies for maintaining and enhancing commercial facilities. Whether you're in facility management, commercial cleaning, or a trade our conversations cover a wide range of topics.

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Compliance is the bare minimum. Real safety is something else entirely.

In this episode, Aaron takes a walking tour of the Victorian Pride Centre with Tyler Beck, the person behind the building's day-to-day operations. Tyler shares the thinking behi... more

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No one thinks about HVAC until something breaks down. By then, the bill can run into the millions.In this episode, Aaron and Ben sit down with Juan Castro from Beaver Williams to unpack why mechanical services, despite making up 20 to 25 percent of a... more

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A fire door only works if it's closed. Leave it open, and you've turned a safety system into nothing at all.

In this episode, Aaron and Ben sit down with Rob Broadhead, Director of 2020 Fire Protection, to unpack what fire compliance actually means ... more

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Most facility managers can tell you the temperature and humidity in their building right now. Almost none can tell you the CO2 levels because in Australia, there's currently no mandated indoor air quality monitoring at all.

In this episode, Aaron an... more

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Juan Castro
CEO of Beaver Williams
Beaver Williams
Episode: HVAC Maintenance Explained for Facility Managers | Juan Castro on Let's Talk Facilities
Rob Broadhead
Director of 2020 Fire Protection
2020 Fire Protection
Episode: Rob Broadhead: Almost Anyone Can Call Themselves a Fire Expert | Let's Talk Facilities
Lidia Morawska
Professor based at QUT, air quality expert
Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
Episode: Is Your Building's Air Quality Making Staff Sick? | Lidia Morawska on Let's Talk Facilities
Wissam Salama
Managing Director, Guardian Mechanical Services
Guardian Mechanical Services
Episode: Wissam Salama on Let's Talk Facilities: Your Building Maintenance Could Be Costing You More
David Gilmore
Director at Evac Services
Evac Services
Episode: Responding to Emergency: How to Prepare for an Evacuation | David Gilmore on Let's Talk Facilities
Jimmy Bray
Co-founder of Prime Maintenance Projects
Prime Maintenance Projects
Episode: The FM and Contractor Relationship Done Right | Jimmy House & Jake Bray
Jake Bray
Co-founder of Prime Maintenance Projects
Prime Maintenance Projects
Episode: The FM and Contractor Relationship Done Right | Jimmy House & Jake Bray
Janene Hansford
Special guest from JLL on the DECA account
JLL
Episode: Inside One of Australia's Most Unique FM Portfolios | Let's Talk Facilities with Janene Hansford
Jamie Green
Founder/CEO, Green Sky Group
Green Sky Group
Episode: Drone Inspections Are Giving FMs 100% Coverage for the First Time | Jamie Green

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Aaron
Host of Lets Talk Facilities with recurring involvement across episodes.
Tim
Host of the podcast with frequent appearances as a presenter and co-host.
Ben
Co-host of the show, regularly contributing to discussions.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • The toolkit for all things facilities

    I love listening to this podcast on my way to work. It’s always insightful, hosts great industry leading guests, and sometimes a laugh!

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    Australiaa year ago

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High-quality, diverse guest roster and topics.
Strong case studies and real-world application.
Clear focus on sustainability and risk management in buildings.
Engaging guests with practical FM insights.
Great mix of technical depth and accessible storytelling.

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HVAC Maintenance Explained for Facility Managers | Juan Castro on Let's Talk Facilities
Q: How should facilities handle refrigerant regulations like R22 and R410A during system maintenance or replacement?
Regulations restrict imports of high-GWP refrigerants and ban new use of certain gases; however, existing systems can be serviced with reclaimed gas, as long as it is properly managed, and replacements should consider regulatory constraints and reclaimed gas eligibility.
HVAC Maintenance Explained for Facility Managers | Juan Castro on Let's Talk Facilities
Q: What stage do Beaver Williams recommend for involving the FM and maintenance teams in the project lifecycle?
Beaver Williams advocates for FM involvement starting at handover, with as much overlap as possible between construction and maintenance planning to ensure accessibility and serviceability, and to avoid discovering misplacements or inaccessible equipment later.
Wissam Salama on Let's Talk Facilities: Your Building Maintenance Could Be Costing You More
Q: What are the practical first steps for a facilities manager looking to improve efficiency without a big upfront investment?
Start with low-cost changes like optimizing temperature set points and time schedules, turning off HVAC on public holidays, and using motion sensors to avoid running systems when spaces are empty. These actions can cut energy use significantly without large capital outlays.
Is Your Building's Air Quality Making Staff Sick? | Lidia Morawska on Let's Talk Facilities
Q: How did the COVID-19 pandemic shift priorities for facility managers regarding air quality and infection control?
The pandemic highlighted that ventilation and airflow, not just surface cleaning, are central to infection control. It accelerated adoption of monitoring, better filtration, and a move toward standards and systemic approaches to maintain healthier indoor spaces.
Is Your Building's Air Quality Making Staff Sick? | Lidia Morawska on Let's Talk Facilities
Q: What first got you interested in indoor air quality and its connection to outdoor pollution?
My background in nuclear physics and radon research led me to see how indoor environments accumulate emissions from outdoors and how the smallest particles can deeply affect health, which naturally pushed me toward studying aerosol behavior in buildings.

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What is Let's Talk Facilities about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program focuses on practical facilities management, covering risk and compliance, digital building systems, sustainability, and energy optimization in commercial spaces. Episodes frequently explore how data, IoT sensors, and modern analytics shape preventive maintenance, safety, and cost efficiency—often anchored by real-world case studies from large portfolios and iconic assets. A distinctive thread is the emphasis on leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and the human elements of FM—vendor relationships, governance, and the shifting role of facilities teams in design and operations. The show tends to highlight scalable strategies, long-term planning, and tangible ROI, making it a valuable resource for managers, engineers, and execut... more

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1. Juan Castro
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3. Lidia Morawska
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