Posted: 06/06/2025
Closing Date: 22/06/2025
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Alexandra
Job Category: Other
Are you looking for a job where you can combine your love for property management and facilities maintenance with the breath-taking scenery of Central Otago? Then we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Job Description
Property Officer
The Central Otago District Council is seeking a full-time Property and Facilities Officer to join our team and be responsible for managing the Council's properties and facilities in the Alexandra and Teviot Valley areas. This is a unique role that will allow you to live and work in one of New Zealand's most stunning regions.
Key Responsibilities
Come and join an organisation who has a strong values culture and offers;
Applications close 22 June 2025
Closing Date: 22/06/2025
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Alexandra
Job Category: Other
Are you looking for a job where you can combine your love for property management and facilities maintenance with the breath-taking scenery of Central Otago? Then we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Job Description
Property Officer
The Central Otago District Council is seeking a full-time Property and Facilities Officer to join our team and be responsible for managing the Council's properties and facilities in the Alexandra and Teviot Valley areas. This is a unique role that will allow you to live and work in one of New Zealand's most stunning regions.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the maintenance, repair and renovation of Council-owned properties and facilities in Alexandra and Teviot Valley
- Develop and implement a strategic plan for the management of the Council's property portfolio in the area
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, building codes and other relevant legislation
- Maintain accurate records of all property and facility related activities, including maintenance schedules, budgets, and contracts
- Liaise with contractors, service providers, and other stakeholders to ensure the efficient delivery of services
- Provide expert advice to the Council and other departments on property and facilities related matters
- Manage leasing and tenancy agreements for Council-owned properties, including rental collection and tenant management
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Monitor and report on the performance of properties and facilities under Council ownership.
Come and join an organisation who has a strong values culture and offers;
- Competitive market remuneration
- A great working environment
- An active social club
- A wellbeing programme
- Dog friendly workplace
- IT savvy organisation
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
- A commitment to te reo learning
- Amazing relaxing waterside lunch spots To be successful in this role, you will ideally have;
- Relevant tertiary qualification in property management, facilities management or related field
- Local Government experience
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and building codes
- Strong communication, negotiation and relationship management skills
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively
- Demonstrated experience in budget management and reporting
- Ability to use relevant computer software for record-keeping and reporting.
- Experience in property and facilities management, excellent communication and organisational skills, and a can-do attitude. A relevant tertiary qualification is desirable, but not essential.
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Project Management
Applications close 22 June 2025
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