Asset Manager

This is a rare opportunity to establish and lead a modern asset management function within an organisation that supports some of Aotearoa’s most innovative ideas. Reporting into the head of Strategy & Infrastructure, this is a pivotal leadership role with two direct reports and a mandate to build and enhance our asset management systems and strategies. You’ll be responsible for developing end to end long-term asset management plans and strategies, conducting condition assessments, improving data quality, and embedding best-practice frameworks across the organisation.

What you’ll do:
• Lead the development and implementation of the Asset Management System (AMS), including policy, strategy, levels of service, and criticality frameworks
• Build out a new operating model that supports effective asset delivery and operational planning
• Oversee condition assessments and ensure high-quality asset data through tools such as SPM Assets, ArcGIS, and FMI Works
• Develop and implement long-term asset management plans
• Support wider organisational transformation and strategic initiatives
• Partner with stakeholders across infrastructure, and property sectors
• Manage a small team while setting a collaborative, forward-thinking culture
• Provide robust reporting and insights to the Executive and Board
• Role model organisational behaviours and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

What you bring:
• A background in asset management across infrastructure, and property environments
• Experience working in complex project/programme settings
• Knowledge of asset systems like SPM Assets, ArcGIS, and FMI Works
• Exceptional data and records management capability
• Strategic mindset and the ability to lead and influence across an organisation
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder relationship management
• Ideally, experience working within complex and technical asset portfolios

What sets this company apart:
Our client is a leading organisation that values innovation, excellence and commitment to quality. They offer a supportive work environment where teamwork and collaboration are highly valued. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact.

Want to know more? Call Serena Daysh on 022 184 2126 or email your resume to serena.daysh@robertwalters.co.nz

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Serena Daysh on +64 4 471 9700.