Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Key selling points:
- Use your relationship management skills to partner with our key stakeholders
- Support conservation outcomes with your expertise in facilities management.
- Permanent full-time roles. Location negotiable.
Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa
The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.
He angitūtanga | About the role
Property Facilities Advisors support the effective and efficient management of Te Papa Atawhai / the Department of Conservation's property portfolio ensuring it is well-managed and sustainable. You will be responsible for arranging property asset condition assessments, remedial and planned maintenance on DOC owned properties, in liaison with regional or district points of contact and any contracted facilities management providers. You will be also responsible for coordinating work associated to commercial building compliance that meets the NZ Building Act requirements, such as asbestos, seismic, and building warrant of fitness.
The position will be focussed on:
- Facilities management contract relationships
- Internal and external stakeholder & customer relationships
- Overseeing upkeep and repairs along with preventative building maintenance
- Adherence to local regulations and Health and Safety standards
- Coordinating with other DOC property activities
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
This role calls for someone who is keen to add value to the work we do and prioritises strong, openly communicative relationships. You have an excellent track record in facilities management and ability to facilitate enterprise portfolio management. You have proven relationship management and experience negotiating with outside suppliers.
If the following points sound like you, we are keen to see your application.
- A strong customer and people centric focus
- Excellent project and contract management skills
- Qualification or in-depth experience in property, business, asset maintenance management, valuation or related fields
- 3 + years' experience in a facilities management role
- Understanding of relevant property legislation and regulations
- Proven experience and achievements in corporate real estate, administration, building management, maintenance, systems and process management
- Current full driving licence
- Willingness to travel for site meetings
- A working knowledge of electrical, mechanical and HVAC systems
- Working knowledge of EAM / SAP or similar systems
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?
DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. You can learn more about what we offer here.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.
The salary range for this position is $92,450 to $111,466 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.
Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.
Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Wednesday 30th April
Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, contact Kushla Tapper ktapper@doc.govt.nz
Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1849390
Te Papa Atawhai, Department of Conservation (DOC) serves to protect and sustain nature across Aotearoa. As an honourable Treaty partner, we are working to ensure our kaupapa, Papatūānuku thrives, leaves a footprint that strengthens the future for our mokopuna, whānau, hapū and iwi. We put nature and people at the heart of our mahi, guided by te reo Māori, te ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.