Property Maintenance Officer

Central Kids

Property Maintenance Officer managing repairs, maintenance, and refurbishment for Central Kids. Collaborating with managers, teachers, and contractors across the Central North Island.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeRotorua • 🇳🇿 New ZealandMid-LevelSenior💰 NZ$65,000 - NZ$75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive building and maintenance experience with a strong understanding of compliance, health and safety regulations, and effective stakeholder relationship management. Proficient in digital tools and committed to cultural understanding and growth in Te Ao Māori.

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Building Maintenance ExperienceCompliance KnowledgeTime Management SkillsInterpersonal SkillsDigital Skills

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Hard Skills

Building ExperienceMaintenance ExperienceCarpentryHealth and Safety ComplianceBuilding Code Knowledge

Soft Skills

Time ManagementInterpersonal SkillsDetail-OrientedProactiveAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft SuiteMaintenance Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Legal Entitlement to Work in Aotearoa New ZealandClean Driver's LicenceCompliance with Vulnerable Children’s Act

Industry Keywords

Te Tiriti O WaitangiTe Ao MāoriTe Reo MāoriMātauranga Māori

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Undertaking planned and reactive repairs, maintenance, and refurbishment across our property portfolio
Coordinating with external contractors
Building strong relationships with Central Kids Regional Managers, Head Teachers, contractors, local councils, and service providers
Ensuring effective communication
Involves a high level of vehicle travel across the central North Island within 47 kindergartens and 3 office sites, across 26 geographical locations throughout the Central North Island.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Five years' demonstrated practical building or maintenance experience, preferably a qualified carpenter or builder
A good understanding of compliance including health and safety, building code, and regulations.
Strong time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
Great interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
Competent digital skills: Microsoft suite and our maintenance management software.
Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently.
An understanding of Te Tiriti O Waitangi and Te Ao Māori, Te Reo Māori, Mātauranga Māori, and a willingness to grow in this area.
Legal entitlement to work in Aotearoa New Zealand, no criminal convictions, clean driver's licence, and compliance with the Vulnerable Children’s Act.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A company vehicle including reasonable personal use
$2,000 per annum tool allowance
Other benefits including discounted Southern Cross health insurance
Discounted kindergarten fees for your own tamariki
Confidential EAP services
Boost membership providing access to a variety of retail discounts.