Junior Facilities Manager

Job Category: Administration,Management,Operations Ready to kick‑start your career in Facilities Management while supporting a cause that makes a real difference? At SPCA, our People, Centres and Op Shops play a vital role in helping animals across New Zealand. Behind every successful operation is a safe, functional and well‑maintained environment that allows our teams to focus on what matters most - animal welfare. That's why we're looking for a Junior Facilities Manager to join our National Property & Facilities team. This is a genuine development opportunity for someone early in their property or facilities career who wants hands‑on experience across a diverse national portfolio while receiving structured mentoring and support from experienced industry professionals. Junior Facilities Manager Permanent | Full‑Time | 40 hours per week Flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in New Zealand. Some travel to SPCA sites as required Working across approximately 28 Animal Services Centres and more than 90 Op Shop locations, you'll gain exposure to facilities operations, maintenance coordination, asset management, contractor management and property administration, building the foundations for a long‑term career in facilities management. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING Reporting to the National Property & Facilities Manager, you'll work closely with leaders across our property, retail and operational teams while taking increasing ownership of key facilities activities as your experience grows. Coordinate maintenance requests across SPCA's national property portfolio, ensuring issues are tracked, actioned and resolved. Build relationships with contractors and service providers to support planned and reactive maintenance works. Assist with site inspections, facilities compliance activities and preventative maintenance programmes. Support the management of property, asset and facilities data, helping maintain accurate records and reporting. Provide coordination and administrative support for property projects, capital works and portfolio initiatives. Work collaboratively with Centre Managers, Op Shop leaders and internal stakeholders to support safe, well‑maintained facilities across New Zealand. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR You're organised, proactive and eager to build a career in facilities or property management. You enjoy solving problems, working with a variety of people and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes Up to 2 years' experience in facilities management, property, construction or a related field. Exposure to maintenance coordination, contractor management or building operations would be advantageous. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Confidence using Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel and other digital systems. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships. Full New Zealand Driver Licence. A relevant qualification in facilities management, propertyor business would be beneficial but isn't essential. OUR PURRRKS This is more than just an entry‑level facilities role - it's an opportunity to build a meaningful career while supporting one of New Zealand's most recognised charities.Here's what we offer: A genuine career pathway into Facilities and Property Management. Structured mentoring and ongoing support from experienced industry professionals. Paid birthday leave because your special day deserves to be yours! Exclusive employee discounts and benefits, including pet insurance and retail offers Confidential wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Work from anywhere in New Zealand with a hybrid working arrangement and negotiable working hours. We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. #J-18808-Ljbffr