Facilities Manager

Join a supportive, values-led team with room to grow

Be the client's go-to contact for service delivery success

Be part of a team that keeps Wellington moving

Play a pivotal role in keeping Wellington's world working and moving — lead delivery, grow your expertise, and make a visible impact.

We're PAE — a proudly Kiwi-owned, Iwi-backed facilities management company with a long history supporting critical infrastructure across Aotearoa.

From Defence sites to civic spaces, we keep things running safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

About the role

Reporting to the Contract Manager, this is a chance to lead the delivery of facilities services for our Wellington City Council contract.

You'll be responsible for ensuring services are safe, compliant, and delivered to a high standard across a diverse property portfolio.

This role is designed as a growth opportunity ideal for someone with facilities coordination or property operations experience who's ready to step into their first Facilities Manager role.

Equally, it's a great fit for an FM professional seeking to broaden their scope in a complex, high-profile public environment.

You'll manage subcontractors, oversee maintenance schedules, monitor performance against KPIs, and act as the trusted point of contact for our client.

Alongside day-to-day delivery, you'll also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, helping us deliver smarter, more sustainable outcomes for the city.

What you'll do

Lead the daily delivery of facilities services across Council sites

Act as the key point of contact for client stakeholders and site leads

Manage subcontractor performance, safety, and quality outcomes

Oversee maintenance schedules, permits, and compliance activities

Monitor KPIs and contribute to monthly reporting and service reviews

Support project scoping, variations, and continuous improvement initiatives

Participate in the on-call roster for escalations

What you'll bring

Experience in facilities coordination, property operations, or Facilities Management

Confidence managing contractors and juggling multiple priorities

Strong communication skills and a client-focused, professional manner

Competence with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn FM systems

A proactive, improvement-focused mindset and readiness to lead delivery

Full Class 1 Driver's Licence

Why PAE?

Step into leadership or broaden your scope

— grow your FM career in a high-profile contract

Purposeful work

— support Wellington's essential civic infrastructure

Supportive team

— values-led, people-focused, and committed to doing what's right

Ready to make your mark?

Apply now and help us keep Wellington running smoothly, sustainably, and successfully.

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