The Building Contracts & Asset Manager plays a critical role in ensuring Council’s building assets are safe, compliant, and strategically managed for the future. You will lead the development and delivery of asset management plans, lifecycle strategies, and capital programmes that support long-term resilience, value for money, and community outcomes.

In this role, you will also oversee building compliance, contract performance, and maintenance delivery across a diverse portfolio of assets. A strong focus of this position is building capability within the team coaching, mentoring, and leading by example while strengthening the use of digital systems and data to improve asset insight, planning, and performance.

Te Āheinga - The Opportunity

• Lead the development and delivery of building asset management plans, lifecycle strategies, and capital programmes

• Oversee building compliance, ensuring assets meet all legislative and regulatory requirements through robust systems and reporting

• Manage procurement and performance of maintenance and compliance contracts to ensure quality, value, and accountability

• Strengthen the use of digital asset management systems and data to improve decision-making and transparency

• Provide technical leadership and trusted advice to support strategic planning, risk management, and asset optimisation

• Build strong relationships across internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver consistent and effective outcomes

He kōrero mōhou - About You

• Experienced in building asset management, facilities, engineering, property, or a related technical discipline

• Proven background in contract management, procurement, and delivery oversight in complex or multi-asset environments

• Strong leadership capability with a natural focus on mentoring, coaching, and developing others

• Confident working within NZ building legislation and compliance frameworks (including the Building Act and HSW Act)

• Skilled in asset planning, lifecycle management, reporting, and financial oversight (budgeting, forecasting, risk)

• Comfortable using digital systems and asset data to improve performance, insight, and continuous improvement

Ngā painga mōhou - What we Offer

• 5 weeks' annual leave after 2 years service

• Discounted health insurance work scheme + Eye test subsidy

• Retailer discounts + study assistance

• Employee Assistance Program (OCP)

• Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club

• Free flu vaccinations (annual)

• Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka

• Te Reo Māori language classes

This is a permanent, full time opportunity working 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. You will be based in Napier.

The annual salary package for this role is $130,195 - $153,170 (including KiwiSaver), with the final offer depending on your skills and experience.

We will be interviewing applications as we receive them and may close the role when we have found the right person.

He kōrero mō Te Kaunihera o Ahuriri - About NCC

At Napier City Council, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and work to make our hiring process fair and accessible. If you need any support or adjustments during your application or interview, let us know—we’re happy to help!

Our success is grounded in strong partnerships with Mana Whenua and Iwi, supported by our Māori Partnerships team, Te Waka Rangapū, which builds cultural capability through education and training.

Before you join, you’ll need to complete pre-employment checks (including criminal background checks, with some roles requiring health screening and drug & alcohol testing). As an NCC employee, you may also be called on to support Civil Defence emergencies when our community needs us most.

Please visit Napier City Council Careers website to see full job description

Job Description – Building Contracts & Asset Manager