Whānau Manaaki Iindergartens - Facilities Property Officer - New Plymouth

At He Whānau Manaaki Kindergartens, we have over 130 kindergartens across the regions we serve, bringing learning, connection, and fun to families across Whanganui, Central Plateau, Horowhenua, Manawatū, Kapiti, Porirua, Greater Wellington, Upper Hutt, Wairarapa and South Otago. We also provide a home-based service - Etu Ao in Porirua and Levin.

Our vision for He Whānau Manaaki o Tararua is derived from our belief in the importance of quality early childhood education for the children themselves, their whānau, their community and for Aotearoa New Zealand. Therefore, we seek to be a leader in the provision of high-quality early childhood education, and by demonstrating what can be achieved, be seen as advocates for children and whānau and help to improve quality early childhood education throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.
Out of this vision comes Ngā Uara - Our Values:

• Nurturing the mana of the child

- Kounga - Quality
- Mahi Tahi - Partnership
- Kaitiakitanga - Stewardship and Sustainability
- Pono - Integrity

More than 6,000 children now attend one of Whānau Manaaki's kindergartens and around 150 children are enrolled with our Pasifika-focused Etu Ao homebased service.

Facilities Property Maintenance Officer
Permanent | Up to 32 hours per week
New Plymouth | Whānau Manaaki Kindergartens

Whānau Manaaki Kindergartens is a not-for-profit early childhood education organisation supporting 24 kindergartens across Taranaki. We are seeking a Facilities Property Maintenance Officer to help maintain safe, well-presented, and compliant learning environments for tamariki and staff.

About the role:
You will carry out general repairs and preventative maintenance across kindergarten buildings, playgrounds, and outdoor learning areas, supporting smooth day-to-day operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• General repairs and maintenance (doors, furniture, storage)
• Playground and outdoor area maintenance
• Basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and surface repairs
• Preventative maintenance checks
• Responding to urgent maintenance requests
• Coordinating specialist contractors when required
• Supporting fleet management and minor capital works

About you:

• Experience in building, facilities, or maintenance work
• Strong health and safety awareness, ideally in child-safe environments
• Well organised, reliable, and able to work independently
• Confident communicator and positive team player
• Relevant qualifications beneficial but not essential

This is a varied role offering flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a real difference in early childhood education.

To apply for this role, you must be eligible to work in Aotearoa New Zealand. You can apply for this role through our website.

To apply for this role please provide us with a Cover Letter telling us a bit about yourself and a copy of your latest CV.

Applications Close on Tuesday, 14th April 2026 at 11.45pm