Senior Facilities Manager

Job description

Community-centric careers await you in Rotorua! Are you ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to making a positive impact in our community? At Te Kaunihera o ngā Roto o Rotorua | Rotorua Lakes Council, we're more than just an organisation; we're a force for good. With over 400 staff, our council is at the forefront of culture, people, and connections. From lakeside relaxation to world-class mountain biking trails, geothermal wonders, and vibrant night markets, Rotorua has it all. Embrace our commitment to biculturalism as we work hand in hand with Te Arawa, our local iwi. If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling journey, apply now and be part of a truly extraordinary team. Nei ngā ringa e toro atu nei ki a koe! Haeremai! Our arms are extended to you in welcome! Are you an experienced facilities professional ready to lead the management of some of Rotorua's most significant community assets? Rotorua Lakes Council is looking for a Senior Facilities Manager to oversee a portfolio of major facilities, including the upgraded Rotorua Museum. In this leadership role, you'll be responsible for developing and delivering facility management plans, managing maintenance and renewal programmes, overseeing contracts and budgets, and ensuring facilities remain safe, compliant, and fit for purpose. Working closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, facility operators, and mana whenua, you'll build strong relationships and drive best-practice facilities management across the organisation. You'll also lead and support a team of Facilities Managers while contributing to the ongoing improvement of our facilities services. We're looking for someone with extensive experience managing large or complex facilities, strong contract and stakeholder management skills, and a proven ability to deliver operational and strategic outcomes. Experience in local government, community, cultural, or public sector environments will be highly regarded. At Rotorua Lakes Council, we're customer focused, community driven, and put people at the heart of everything we do. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and growing community, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help shape the future of Rotorua's community facilities. Click this link to view the Position Description for the role Te Kaunihera o nga Roto o Rotorua (Rotorua Lakes Council) is committed to working in partnership with Te Arawa, our local iwi. We aspire to being a bicultural organisation and we value staff who speak te reo Maori, have an appreciation of Maori values, and a working knowledge of tikanga Maori. Sound like you? Click the Apply button now.