Trades Supervisor

Job Title

Trades Supervisor

Job Description Summary

Our clients include major banks, Government agencies, aged care, prisons and, a combination of other leading NZ businesses and commercial premises.

Job Description

He aha te mea nui o te ao. He tangata, he tangata, he tangata

What is the most important thing in the world? It is people, it is people, it is people

In a diverse business that encapsulates a variety of trades we also manage everything in property for a number of national and local clients offering real career direction, learning and, growth opportunities. With a pipeline of new clients and exciting opportunities to be a part of and a great team environment that will remain a stable environment for your next career move.

Are you looking for an environment that is different to most? If so and you are an experienced Trades Supervisor, come in and discuss what it means to work in the Wellington team. You will be working as part of a team, comprised of Plumbers, Electricians, HVAC Technicians and our Building Maintenance crew ensuring our clients’ facilities are maintained to a high level.

CLIENTS:

The successful applicant will be part of a diverse trades working out of our Wellington office. Our clients include major banks, Government agencies, Aged care, prisons and, a combination of other leading NZ businesses and commercial premises.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Workload will consist of a combination of reactive maintenance, minor project work, but also assisting with Planned Preventative Maintenance works

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE

• Be the escalation point for the Wellington division. This will primarily consist of managing escalations and upgrades, ensuring correct safety procedures are followed, and conducting spot checks and audits on works completed and adherence to safety and quality policy.
• Coordination of minor work projects and ability to liaise and manage sub-contractors.
• Complete trades and general maintenance tasks as required – must have relevant trades qualification and licenses, preferably in the HVAC, Electrical or HVAC, Building industry.
• Identify opportunities for new work and escalate to client and/or manager. This may entail preparing documentation for upgrades and/or minor works and presenting options to clients.
• Complete relevant documentation for client invoicing with a commercial understanding of how to make money.
• Strong knowledge of Health and Safety and ability to development HSE documentation.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate resource and alignment to meet contract KPI’s.

C&W offer an above average remuneration package which includes:

• Guaranteed 44 hours per week
• Free Life and Income replacement insurance
• Discounted Medical cover
• Access to Marram Trust holiday / medical program
• Mobile technology (smart phone and tablet) for work dispatch.
• Initial and ongoing training program – developed to keep you upskilled and safe!

Health & Safety is a priority for Cushman & Wakefield and the successful candidate will be expected to have a good understanding of the H&S requirements and behaviors in commercial environment. Good personal presentation and customer service skills are also essential, as is a clean full driver’s license.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment medical screening, including a drug and alcohol test. A criminal conviction review is also a requirement of the role.

You must also be fully vaccinated against Covid19 to work on our sites.

Candidates must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Who are we?

With a reputation for excellence in providing service and support to our customers, Cushman & Wakefield is a market leader in Facility Management and Facilities Service delivery. We have a genuine commitment to continually strengthen client relationships and raise the bar in terms of customer service and delivery outcomes.

Cushman & Wakefield are a leading Facility Management company in New Zealand, servicing a multitude of corporate and retail companies and government institutions, both regionally and nationwide.

Our Facilities Services division provides trade services to these clients, through our Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing and Carpentry departments. We were established in New Zealand in the 1940’s and are now one of the largest New Zealand commercial trades businesses, with over 200 trade staff and a significant network of subcontractors. As a growing, focused business we are always looking for the best trades’ people to join our dynamic teams.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, email HRServices@cushwake.com or HRServices@cwservices.com. All inquiries not related to accommodations will go unanswered.