Senior Property Manager

• Leadership role managing the day-to-day matters within the Property Services portfolio
• Opportunity due to expansion of property programmes
• Can be Palmerston North (preferred) or Napier based

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity   

Our Property Management Team has a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Property Manager to come on board. This newly created position is a senior portfolio role that sits within the Property Services team and one that will oversee the day-to-day leadership across all matters pertaining to NZTA’s regional property portfolio, including both the acquisition and disposal of property, and overseeing & managing the property held for Transport Projects, and the management of our Service Provider contracts in response to a significant increase and ongoing growth of a larger and more complex number of property programmes in the region.

The role covers the Central North Island – including Gisborne, Hawkes Bay, Taranaki, and Manawatu-Whanganui regions. The portfolio is a diverse mix of residential, commercial, rural and infrastructure and contains both leasable and unleasable property. The portfolio contains circa 220 properties, of which 120 are leasable, 100 are unleasable. The portfolio generates circa $3m of revenue per annum. The acquisition and disposal programmes fluctuate each year and budgets will range from $5m to $30m per annum.

You will find out more about the role here.

We are seeking to appoint at a salary between $109,408 - $145,876 commensurate to skills and experience.

Ko koe tēnei | About you   

We are looking for a confident self-starter, who thrives working collaboratively with diverse and varied stakeholders to achieve positive transport outcomes. 

As well as your leadership attributes, you will also bring to the role: 

• A strong track record of experience in commercial property management (minimum 7 years) including building, tenancy, and asset management and/or experience in acquisition and disposal of land pursuant to the Public Works Act 1981 (PWA).
• Strong negotiation skills for leases, licenses, rent reviews and renewals.
• Project management and contract management skills 
• A sound knowledge of PWA, commercial and property law, and health and safety legislation; and their application in procurement practices and the management of property 
• Facilitation skills and experience 
• Financial analysis proficiency with sound financial management skills; including CAPEX and OPEX Management background 
• Strong Communication and Stakeholder Management skills 
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills 

Qualifications: 

• A relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. Bachelor or Business Studies (VPM), Bachelor of Property). 
• Ideally Professional Membership of PINZ/NZIV, RICS, Property Council or CoreNet. 
• Current and valid New Zealand driver’s licence. 

You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public service.  

Mō mātou |About Us

We build a world class transport network that delivers maximum value to New Zealand. The position is within the Property Services team who provide specialist property functions which are integral to the value chain that enables NZTA to deliver sustainable transport solutions.

Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working arrangements
• Along with our other benefits we also have 5 weeks annual leave and an Income Protection and Critical illness Insurance scheme available for all permanent employees

If you are an experienced property professional who’s passionate about making a difference, thrives on thinking outside the box with a genuine collaboration focus, then this is the role for you!

Rā Katinga | Applications close:

For further information, email: [email protected]

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.