Site & Facilities Maintenance Manager

Construction, Engineering & Trades · Skilled Trades · Facilities Maintenance

In short

As the Site & Facilities Maintenance Manager at ABB in Napier, New Zealand, you will oversee all aspects of facility management, ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable operations. This role involves managing operating expenditures, leading maintenance programs, and improving building services to meet market best practices.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning and implementation of maintenance, testing, and inspection schedules to ensure safe and efficient facility operations.
Oversee fire safety equipment and systems, including maintenance, inspection, testing, and record-keeping.
Manage and monitor common areas (parking, green areas) for proper maintenance and cleanliness.
Assess buildings and recommend improvements aligned with ABB's Green Real Estate approach.
Shape and influence the Facility Management model, driving alignment with market best practices and operational excellence.
Oversee operating expenditure across repair and maintenance, cleaning, security, utilities, energy costs, and common area management.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in a facilities, building, or property management role, ideally within a manufacturing, industrial, or technology-focused site environment.
Knowledge of New Zealand health and safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, and proven ability to implement and maintain robust HSE practices.
Demonstrated experience managing building operations, maintenance programmes, and service contractor relationships in a complex industrial or commercial environment.
Strong understanding of building services infrastructure and statutory compliance requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively in English with internal stakeholders, contractors, and senior leadership.

Desired Qualifications

Qualification in Facilities Management, Engineering, Property Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated industry experience.
An electrical trade qualification, electrical engineering qualification, or equivalent electrical services background.
Mindset to innovate around sustainability and energy efficiency, with experience conducting energy assessments and identifying cost-saving initiatives.
Eligible to obtain relevant trade or facilities management certifications applicable in New Zealand, such as a recognized building warrant of fitness (BWoF) management background or equivalent statutory compliance experience.

Benefits

Opportunity to shape and influence the Facility Management model.
Make a tangible difference to the people, infrastructure, and performance of the Napier facility.
Opportunity to work with innovative critical power solutions.
Be part of a culture of quality and operational excellence.

Skills

Health and Safety LegislationProject ManagementFacilities ManagementElectrical EngineeringBuilding ServicesMaintenanceEnergy EfficiencyCustomer ServiceInterpersonal Skills

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