Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking a Facilities and Services Manager to join our team in the Faculty of Engineering and Design. You will lead the facilities team in managing the provision of functional spaces to all academic departments and administrative functions in the faculty. You will be the primary liaison to Campus Environment to ensure the adequate provision of maintenance, cleaning, access control, space planning and minor capital works projects. You will also ensure that health and safety, containment, sustainability, and environmental requirements are met.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership, mentoring and direction to the to the Facilities team.
• Responsible for the implementation of operational plans for Facilities and Services
• Co-ordinate and manage Minor Capital Works projects for the faculty.
• Liaise with Property Services for Space Planning
• Develop and maintain relationships with other Facilities and Services Managers and departments throughout the University.
• Manage and monitor service delivery of all Facilities and Services activities.

This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week role, permanent. The salary range for this role is $87,000 - $107,500 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review the Position Description.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

Our faculty has a strong and innovative vision for the future, delivering learning and research excellence to enable our students to thrive and succeed and become graduates who make a positive impact on their community and world around them.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our suitable candiate will meet the following requirements:

• 5 years’ experience in operational or facilities roles demonstrated skills and experience in leading a small team of staff.
• Demonstrated experience working with maintaining health & safety compliance.
• Demonstrated knowledge of reporting, administration and general information systems.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in team building, change management and working co-operatively

To be successful in this role you will need to be a self-starter with strong skills in relationship development and stakeholder engagement who is comfortable working within an ambiguous and complex environment.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 16/9/2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the abovementioned skills and experiences.

Please note that we may close the advert earlier if we find a suitable candidate.

Please reach out to Stephen Warrington via [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz