Conservation House Facilities Officer | Āpiha WhakaurungaWhare Papa Atawhai (12 month fixed term)

• Keep Conservation House running at its best, deliver safe, sustainable and seamless facilities services that enable DOC people to focus on protecting Aotearoa's natural heritage 

• $65,590.00 - $82,000.00 

• Fixed Term/Secondment: 12 months, Wellington location 

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa 

Mō te tūranga | About the role 

Are you a proactive problem-solver who thrives on keeping people, places and systems running smoothly? Join the Department of Conservation (DOC) as our Facilities Officer and play a vital role in creating a safe, efficient and welcoming workplace for the teams who protect New Zealand's unique environment. 

As the Facilities Officer, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of Conservation House, ensuring building services, maintenance, health and safety, security and compliance are delivered to a high standard. Acting as the key point of contact for staff, contractors, the building owner and service providers, you'll build strong relationships, resolve issues quickly and identify opportunities to enhance the workplace experience. You'll work closely with the National Property and Fleet team, Business Shared Services teams, Wellington-based staff and external partners to ensure Conservation House remains a safe, sustainable and fit-for-purpose environment. 

The position will be focussed on: 

• Lead the day-to-day facilities management of Conservation House, coordinating maintenance, contractor services and building operations. 

• Act as the primary point of contact for workplace issues, ensuring requests and building-related matters are resolved efficiently and professionally. 

• Support a safe and compliant workplace through health and safety initiatives, business continuity planning, security management and emergency preparedness. 

• Coordinate staff and equipment relocations, while identifying and implementing improvements to facilities processes and services. 

• Build strong relationships with staff, contractors, building owners and service providers to deliver exceptional customer-focused facilities support. 

This role requires you to be in the office every day and on-duty every second week for after-hours facilities calls, for which you will receive an allowance.  

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Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience 

 We are keen to hear from you, if you have;   

• Experience in facilities, property or building management, including maintenance, compliance and contractor coordination. 

• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external suppliers. 

• Sound judgement and problem-solving abilities, with confidence making timely decisions and managing competing priorities. 

• A customer-focused approach, anticipating needs and delivering practical solutions. 

• Knowledge of health and safety practices, emergency management and workplace security systems. 

• Excellent planning and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality outcomes. 

• A continuous improvement mindset, with the initiative to identify efficiencies and enhance workplace services. 

• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, including an understanding of working in partnership with tangata whenua. 

He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | What’s in it for you? 

DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default.  

Want to know more? 

Tonoa inaiānei | Apply now 

Apply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation. We’re unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted. 

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we’ll try to accommodate. 

Salary: $65,590.00 - $82,000.00, depending on skills and experience. 

Eligibility: You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.  

You are encouraged to discuss secondment opportunities with your manager. Secondments should offer the opportunity to build capability in line with your development plan. You must seek the support of your line manager (minimum Tier 4) in writing before applying for a secondment opportunity and attach it to your application.