Regional Facilities Manager

About Heritage Lifecare

Heritage Lifecare is among New Zealand's premier aged care providers and the country's largest specialist dementia care provider. Operating 42 care homes and 20 villages spanning from Whangarei to Invercargill, the organisation is rapidly expanding. It values a caring community atmosphere that nurtures and supports, embodying a whānau spirit. They aim to create a "Better every day – everyday" experience for their residents.

Position Overview

This role is based at the Christchurch Corporate Services office and is a permanent, full-time position. The Regional Facilities Manager will oversee a portfolio of care homes throughout the South Island, collaborating with Regional and Care Home Managers to ensure that their facilities are maintained to a safe, presentable standard while complying with all legislative and regulatory obligations, such as maintaining building warrants of fitness.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in facilities or property maintenance management and demonstrate autonomy balanced with teamwork. Considering residents live onsite, it is vital to respect their environment and minimize any disruptive impacts arising from maintenance or improvements. The role demands a hands-on approach with a willingness to perform more routine tasks while also fostering innovation.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements

• Manage facilities across multiple South Island care homes, including travel for site inspections.
• Oversee building project management.
• Possess a trade background or relevant technical qualifications (preferred).
• Comprehensively understand regulatory and legislative standards for commercial buildings and maintain Building Warrant of Fitness.
• Experience with Asset Management Software systems.
• Have Site Safe or an equivalent health and safety qualification and be capable of managing health and safety protocols.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) at a beginner to intermediate level.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective collaboration with onsite staff across different locations.

What We Provide

• Employment with one of New Zealand’s leading progressive aged care providers.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
• Access to professional growth and advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative workplace culture.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on residents’ lives.

Additional Information

• Applications close on 28 August 2026.
• Applicants must hold the legal right to work in New Zealand; visa sponsorship is unlikely.
• The organisation embraces diversity and inclusion and respects the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.