Property Advisor

Date advertised: 12 Nov 2025Job Type: PermanentLocation:Palmerston North, NZHelp shape the future of EducationWe work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes.Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.About this role | Mō tēnei tūrangaThe Property Advisor will work with individual School Boards of Trustees in developing an asset management plan to effectively manage and maintain their school property and infrastructure. You will collaborate with teams across the organisation to deliver effective property and infrastructure solutions that support teaching and learning outcomes.Your key priorities will include:Developing effective relationships and trust with schoolsWorking with individual schools to develop an asset management plan so they are effectively managing and maintaining their school property and infrastructureEnsuring schools implement projects and spending that supports the school’s pedagogy and/or Ministry asset strategyFollowing and working within Ministry and Asset Management policy, procedures and guidelines to provide the right advice to schoolsEnsuring Ministry information and data is kept up to date and accurateWorking collaboratively across the team to share technical knowledge and experience with others so all portfolios are well supported and there is consistent delivery of service.Salary range: $100,296 - $110,893 per annum + 3% KiwiSaver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description here.About you | Mōhou akeYou will be a strong communicator with a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholder and have the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, fast paced environment.You will also offer:Experience operating in a complex organisationExperience in building relationships and partnerships to achieve shared outcomesRelevant professional property qualification such as Asset Management, Infrastructure Planning, Property or Project Management and/orMinimum five years experience in the asset management, property management or construction industryPrevious exposure to government policy environmentExperience in contract management preferably in the construction, asset and property management areaA full, current and clean driver’s licenceThe ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake The School Property group manages one of the largest property portfolios in Aotearoa New Zealand, composed of over 2,100 primary and secondary state schools and over 8,000 hectares of land with a carrying value of $33.5 billion. Our team is responsible for the portfolio, including school engagement, asset management, capital works delivery, investment planning and portfolio management.We have a responsibility to invest in property solutions that demonstrate value for money while still delivering the right outcome for our schools and kura. Demand for new or improved school property across the country is high, and the way we meet these needs is to do so more efficiently. We have set financial and timeliness targets for our programme, and we’re looking to improve our planning and delivery, as well as working proactively and collaboratively with schools and the construction sector. This will ensure that our property projects deliver value and are part of an affordable and deliverable programme of works.The School Property group is led by a Functional Chief Executive for School Property, who reports directly to the Minister for Education. In July 2025 the Government announced it will establish a Crown agent to manage school property, to be called the New Zealand School Property Agency (NZSPA). Implementation of the NZSPA is expected in 2026, subject to the legislation being passed.Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button. In your cover letter we’d like to know about you, your values, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.For further information, please contact Kathryn Yorke, Regional Infrastructure Manager at Kathryn.yorke@education.govt.nz.Applications close Midnight – Wednesday 26 November 2025.We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.