Keep Conservation House running at its best, deliver safe,sustainableand seamless facilities services that enable DOC people to focus on protecting Aotearoa's natural heritage

$65,590.00 - $82,000.00

Fixed Term/Secondment: 12 months,Wellington location

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | TeOrangao te AoTūroa

Mō tetūranga| About the role

Are you a proactive problem-solver who thrives on keeping people, places and systems running smoothly? Join the Department of Conservation (DOC) as our Facilities Officer and play a vital role in creating a safe,efficientand welcoming workplace for the teams who protect New Zealand's unique environment.

As the Facilities Officer,you'llbe responsible forthe day-to-day management of Conservation House, ensuring building services, maintenance, health and safety, security and compliance are delivered to a high standard. Acting as the key point of contact for staff, contractors, the buildingownerand service providers,you'llbuild strong relationships, resolve issues quickly andidentifyopportunities to enhance the workplace experience.You'llwork closely with theNational Property and Fleet team, Business Shared Services teams, Wellington-basedstaffand external partners to ensure Conservation Houseremainsa safe,sustainableand fit-for-purpose environment.

The position will be focussed on:

Lead the day-to-day facilities management of Conservation House, coordinating maintenance, contractorservicesand building operations.

Act as the primary point of contact for workplace issues, ensuring requests and building-related matters are resolved efficiently and professionally.

Support a safe and compliant workplace through health and safety initiatives, business continuity planning, securitymanagementand emergency preparedness.

Coordinate staff and equipment relocations, whileidentifyingand implementing improvements to facilities processes and services.

Build strong relationships with staff, contractors, buildingownersand service providers to deliverexceptional customer-focused facilities support.

This role requires you to be in the office every day andon-dutyevery second week for after-hours facilities calls, for which you will receive an allowance.

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Ngāpūkengamengāwheako| Skills and experience

We are keen to hear fromyou, ifyou have;

Experience in facilities, property or building management, including maintenance,complianceand contractor coordination.

Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external suppliers.

Sound judgement and problem-solving abilities, with confidence makingtimelydecisions and managing competing priorities.

A customer-focused approach,anticipatingneeds and delivering practical solutions.

Knowledge of health and safety practices, emergencymanagementand workplace security systems.

Excellent planning and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality outcomes.

A continuous improvement mindset, with the initiative toidentifyefficiencies and enhance workplace services.

Strong communicationskills and the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, including an understanding of working in partnership with tangata whenua.

He aha ngāpāingamōu? |What’sin it for you?

DOC is committed to a culture where everyone canparticipate, thrive, and grow.We’redriven by ourvaluesand behaviours,and areworking towards being an organisation that is diverse,equitable, and inclusive by default.

Want to know more?

Tonoainaiānei| Apply now

Apply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation.We’reunable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicantsnot shortlisted.

If you needanyadjustments during the recruitment process,let us know andwe’lltry to accommodate.

Salary:$65,590.00 - $82,000.00, depending on skills and experience.

Eligibility:You musthold a validNZwork visa that coverstheduration of employment.

You are encouraged to discuss secondment opportunities with your manager. Secondments should offer the opportunity to build capability in line with your development plan. You must seek the support of your line manager (minimumTier 4) in writing before applying for a secondment opportunity and attach it to your application.

Please note,we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role. 

Rāwhakakapi| Applications closeat 11:59 pm on Sunday, 23 August 2026.This advert may close early, so please apply promptly

Me hepātaianō,whakapāmai | For further enquiries,pleasecontactCourtney Pepper, copepper@doc.govt.nz

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