Facilities Lead – Complex Lab & Biosecurity Site

New Zealand Government; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 103,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is seeking a Building Facilities Manager in Auckland's Mount Albert to oversee day-to-day building services and infrastructure, ensuring safety, compliance and smooth operation.

You will work with contractors and stakeholders, supporting the transition to a new science facility and helping to maintain biosecurity standards in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a similar facilities role.
• Experience in complex regulated environments.
• Strong contractor management and safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day facilities operations across complex sites.
• Manage contractors, permits, inductions, and site access.
• Ensure health, safety, compliance and biosecurity standards.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support facility commissioning and operational readiness.

Job description

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is seeking a Building Facilities Manager in Auckland's Mount Albert to oversee day-to-day building services and infrastructure, ensuring safety, compliance and smooth operation.

You will work with contractors and stakeholders, supporting the transition to a new science facility and helping to maintain biosecurity standards in a regulated environment.