Facilities Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE

ASM Global teams across the world are innate problem solvers and people who thrive on the excitement of developing events that create opportunity and connection.  We are meticulous planners, innovative thinkers, relationship specialists and acutely experienced business leaders who love what they do.

At ASM Global, we love events; it's what we do. It's a part of our DNA and what drives us.

Are you ready to lead with purpose and precision? Te Pae Christchurch is seeking a Facilities Manager who combines technical mastery with strategic foresight—someone who sees facilities not just as infrastructure, but as a platform for delivering exceptional experiences.

About the Role

As Facilities Manager, you’ll be responsible for delivering venue capability—ensuring our building systems are safe, sustainable, and high-performing. From HVAC and energy management to compliance and contractor oversight, you’ll lead the operational performance of the venue’s building systems—ensuring they support every event and interaction at Te Pae Christchurch through safe, sustainable, and reliable infrastructure.

This is a leadership role with real impact. You’ll manage a skilled team, oversee preventative maintenance and asset reliability, and ensure our systems support the evolving needs of clients, staff, and the public. You’ll work closely with the Director of Building Services to align facilities performance with strategic outcomes—because here, facilities are central to our mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Work Order Management – Own the full lifecycle from request to closure, ensuring timely, data-informed resolution.
• Preventative Maintenance & Asset Reliability – Extend asset life and reduce downtime through proactive planning.
• Building Management System Oversight – Monitor and optimise HVAC, energy, water, and alarm systems.
• Contract Management – Lead vendor relationships, performance reviews, and compliance monitoring.
• Building Warrant of Fitness Compliance – Ensure all statutory requirements are met and documented.
• Facilities Event Support – Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless venue readiness.
• Policy & Procedure Development – Lead continuous improvement and uphold ASM Global standards.
• Emergency Preparedness – Maintain readiness and lead evacuation procedures with confidence.

ABOUT YOU

Every day, our people are responsible for delivering extraordinary experiences for every guest who walks through our doors.

You will have shared values and a people-centric mindset and genuinely want to make a difference. That's what makes you stand out from the crowd and why we want to meet with you.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who is :

Why Te Pae Christchurch?

You’ll be joining a team that values precision, innovation, and continuous improvement. The environment is fast-paced but supportive, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and strategic thinking. This is an opportunity to shape how facilities support our mission and future growth—because at Te Pae Christchurch, we don’t just maintain buildings, we elevate experiences.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

The successful applicant will be required to provide a criminal history check.

Apply now and help us deliver a venue experience like no other.

At Te Pae Christchurch, we are committed to creating a culturally safe and inclusive environment, which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Applications close on Friday, 21 November 2025 at 5 : 00 pm .

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

ABOUT THE VENUE

Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre has been designed as Otautahi Christchurch's 'gathering place'. A key part of the regeneration of the city, the Government's investment in Te Pae Christchurch is set to act as a catalyst - not only for the growth and development of the city, but as a way of building lasting social, cultural and economic connections between the region and the world.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

ASM Global is the world's leading producer of entertainment experiences. It is the global leader in venue and event strategy and management - delivering locally tailored solutions and cutting-edge technologies to maximise the guest experience. The company's elite venue network spans five continents, with a portfolio of more than 350 of the world's most prestigious arenas, stadiums, performing arts venues, and convention and exhibition centres, including Exhibition World Bahrain; Moscone Center San Francisco; ICC Sydney Australia; Olympia London; Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai, RAC Arena, Perth, Australia; Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns, Australia and Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Brisbane, Australia.

ASM Global has always had a bold vision to be a true employer of choice, a great place to work and a company that provides long-term careers and development opportunities.

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