Facilities Manager
Facilities Manager – Manawatu campus - Palmerston North
Full-time 40 hours per week UCOL – Universal College of Learning
Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for creating safe, efficient, and welcoming environments? UCOL is looking for a dynamic Facilities Manager to join our team at the Manawatu campus.
About the Role:
As Facilities Manager, you’ll oversee the delivery of both hard and soft facilities management services across our campuses in Manawatū and Horowhenua. You’ll lead a small dedicated team and manage contractors to ensure our spaces are safe, functional, and aligned with UCOL’s high standards.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety, takes pride in operational excellence, and enjoys working collaboratively across multiple sites.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver maintenance and property services safely, cost-effectively, and to a high standard
- Drive strong financial and KPI performance
- Manage contractors and ensure quality outcomes
- Lead and support facilities staff with clear direction
- Maintain compliance with BWoF, HSNO, and other regulatory requirements
- Champion a strong Health and Safety culture
About You:
You’ll bring at least 5 years’ experience in facilities or asset maintenance, ideally in a management role, and a track record of delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Strong commercial acumen and business awareness
- Excellent people and relationship management skills
- A collaborative, inclusive leadership style
- Commitment to continuous improvement
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive, safety-first mindset
What You Need to Know:
- Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa
- Police vetting is required for this role
Ready to Apply?
If you're self-motivated, customer-focused, and ready to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Skills & Experience
- Facilities Management expertise
- Compliance Knowledge
- Business and Financial acumen
- Operational Planning
- Safety Leadership
- Team Leadership
