Delivery Manager Christchurch

BGIS is a global leader in facilities management, technical services, project delivery, and asset management.

With a team of over 10,000 professionals globally, we deliver essential services that keep our clients' operations running smoothly and safely across key sectors including Defence, Healthcare, Government, Education, and Utilities.

Overview

BGIS is seeking an experienced Delivery Manager to join our Christchurch team in a vital Trade Services Leadership role.

You will lead a growing in-house team of trades professionals, delivering high-quality maintenance services to internal clients across a broad range of trade disciplines.

These include Electrical Technicians, HVAC Technicians, Carpenters, Plumbers, Painters, Roofers, Floor Installers, and more.

This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for the end-to-end coordination of works - from scoping, quoting, and scheduling to quality assurance and compliance.

You\'ll also drive workforce planning, manage team performance, support recruitment and training, and identify areas for improvement.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager (South Island), you will oversee 4+ direct reports (Site Foremen) and up to 10+ indirect reports, working closely with the Maintenance Manager, National Self-Perform Operational Support Manager, and other internal stakeholders to ensure smooth & high-quality service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a multi-trade internal team delivering maintenance services

Scope, price, and schedule works to meet client needs and project timelines

Ensure safety, compliance, and quality standards are upheld across all jobs

Drive team development, performance management, and succession planning

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver operational outcomes

Forecast and align internal resources to meet current and future demands

Skills and Experience

Trade-qualified or hands-on background in maintenance or construction

Demonstrated leadership experience managing field-based teams

Assertive leader with the ability to command respect, enforce decisions, and communicate effectively across all levels of the workforce

Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

Technically proficient, with the ability to work with digital systems and tools

Experience working within government or commercial contracts (desirable)

What We Offer

Dynamic and supportive team environment

Competitive salary and full benefits package

Career development and professional growth opportunities

Flexible working hours to support work-life balance

Paid parental leave, volunteer leave, and donation matching

Employee recognition, referral bonus program, and more!

Why Join BGIS?

At BGIS, our people are the core of our success.

We offer a workplace built on respect, inclusion, and continuous development.

Whether you\'re looking to advance your skills, gain exposure to complex and varied work, or join a close-knit team that values your contribution—we want to hear from you.

Apply Now

If you\'re a motivated and capable Delivery Manager (Trade Services) ready to take ownership of this exciting opportunity, we encourage you to Apply Today

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

To be successful in the role, applicants must have Full Working Rights in New Zealand.

BGIS (Asia Pacific) Recruitment Team are located in Sydney, Australia.

Explore more opportunities at apac.bgis.com

Job Info

Job Identification 226703

Job Category Facilities Management

Posting Date 09 / 17 / 2025, 10 : 01 PM

Apply Before 10 / 15 / 2025, 10 : 01 PM

Locations Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

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