Building Service Technician

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland 

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university, with a turnover of $1.1bn, including research revenue of over $200m generated across eight diverse faculties and two research institutes. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers.

About the team | Mō tō mātou rōpū  

Property Services provides a leading-edge facilities management, planning, and development service that contributes to the success of the University of Auckland as a vibrant and progressive University. This is achieved through customer-focused support services, which include:

• High-level facilities planning and development advice
• Strategic management of the University’s assets; and
• The provision of a quality physical environment

As one of Auckland’s largest and most diverse property portfolio owners and occupiers, the University of Auckland owns and leases over 200 buildings comprising 600,000 sqm with a mix of new, older, and heritage buildings. 

Job Description

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

We are seeking to appoint a Building Services Technician as part of the Facilities Management team. The role's primary responsibility is to manage the Building Management System (BMS), which controls HVAC and lighting across multiple campuses—providing and assisting with diagnosis and technical support to staff and contractors to provide students and staff a safe, comfortable, and lit campus. The role includes.

• Use of BMS to manage plant and equipment to ensure optimal operations of building and plant.
• Carry out a wide range of investigation and remedial duties in a complex environment while meeting the requirements of a diverse range of internal and external customers.
• Work with Trade Staff and Contractors to resolve issues directly impacting the operational status of the building and plant.
• Provide administrative support for emergency lighting, room bookings, contractor performance, compliance requirements, and Permit-to-work applications.
• Locating detailed information to support accurate and efficient plant maintenance and upgrade activities.
• Preparing and initiating research and investigation activities, including those required to be carried out after hours.
• Assist in ensuring the University meets the compliance requirements of the installed systems.

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This is a full time, permanent position (40 hours per week) Salary Band: $68,600 - $84,700 pro rata, dependent upon skills and experience.

Qualifications

About you | He kōrero mōu

We are looking for a detail-oriented person with excellent stakeholder engagement skills. The successful person should thrive in a fast-paced environment and ideally have experience in building management and maintenance management systems. We would like to hear from you if you are a highly organised and adaptable person with proven experience working in large complex building environments. 

Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake

• Understanding of Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Be committed to excellent quality and have a sharp eye for detail.
• Have excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to engage positively and proactively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Be a team player with strong relationship skills who enjoys working with others in a collaborative environment.
• Be highly motivated, self-managing and exceptionally well organised. You will have vital planning and coordination skills and can juggle multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate or tertiary qualification in electrical or mechanical fields.

Additional Information

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer 

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities.  

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through: 

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours) 

• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme 

• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave 

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.  

For more information, please visit  Staff Benefits  

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply 

 
Applications should be submitted online, before the closing date of 23rd June 2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

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

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF + , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to  

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit