Facilities Manager

Posted 14 January 2025
LocationAuckland
Job type Permanent
DisciplineCommercial Property
Reference918878

Job description

Our client is a household name in the field in which they operate. A family-owned New Zealand business, they operate a nationwide portfolio of automotive related assets. 
  
They are seeking a Facilities Management professional with genuine depth of experience, someone who will take proper ownership of FM performance and who is hands-on in their approach. Having someone in this role with significant experience is critical given that this will be key in the efficiency of internal property functions. 
  
Key requirements for the role and expectations include an in-depth technical knowledge of building systems, total commitment to best practice Health & Safety, proven CAPEX planning and budget management skills, excellent computer skills. Your ability to network and manage contractor and consultant relationships effectively will be critical to success in this role.  
  
A general overview of the FM lead responsibilities includes, but are not limited to:  
  • Planned and preventative maintenance of all commercial properties 
  • Ensure essential services for each property are effectively maintained and managed to achieve BWOF compliance 
  • Act as the main point of contact for tenant requests relating to Facilities Management
  • Ensure contractors always meet their contractual obligations 
  • Oversight of tenant fit-outs and property projects from conception to completion ensuring a strict adherence to timelines and budgets
  • Devise and implement national facilities strategies. Including reviewing and procuring contracts covering both hard and soft services
  • General and administrative reporting as it relates to Facilities Management  
Please get in touch if you have the following attributes for this role:  
  • A proven leader who can be supportive, proactive, and hands-on 
  • Minimum of 10 Years Senior Facilities Management experience
  • Passionate about service delivery to tenants, and key stakeholders 
  • Strong technical skills with an in-depth understanding of the hard services
  • Can encourage positive and long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders
  • Above all else, you will be a highly organised person, motivated, and comfortable with numbers and all budgeting aspects
This is a fantastic opportunity for a high-quality Facilities Manager to bring their best facilities management approach to a business that will thoroughly empower you to do your best work.  
  
On offer is a modern working environment, recently updated custom systems to work with, a lively and friendly team who enjoy their jobs, and strong workplace values. This is a business that works hard and rewards well.  
  
To learn more or to see a full job description, please submit your interest via the link above, or alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Max Peterson at Assemble Recruitment on (027) 482 6876.