School Property Officer

Help shape the future of Education

We 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 tūranga

The School Property Officer is a critical role in supporting the delivery of school led projects within School Property. This is a 12-month fixed term or secondment position based in either Rotorua or Tauranga. We work across the country providing funding and project support to internal and external stakeholders.  Alongside this the School Property Officer will:

• Support other staff in the region by processing project documentation, payments and property plans
• Track projects and provide guidance
• Support and report on finance
• Work with a great team
• Be an inclusive and helpful team member.

Salary range: $65,801 - $72,444 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 ake

To be successful in the role, you’ll be working collaboratively with key internal and external stakeholders, developing relationships at all levels. You will take pride in getting work done at schools, knowing that your efforts help ensure these spaces are warm, safe, and dry - creating better environments for students and staff alike. You will have a strong desire to work in a supportive and energised team.

You will also offer:

• Resilience under pressure and the ability to manage varied workloads. There will be challenges from time to time so you will need to be able to adapt, use your initiative and self-manage
• Proven experience managing relationships with diverse stakeholders and delivering excellent customer service
• Strong financial and data management skills, including budget reconciliation and invoice processing
• Proficiency with office and financial systems, and ability to maintain data integrity
• Excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills to handle multiple priorities
• Strong analytical skills to use data and insights for decision-making and problem-solving
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain processes and policies clearly
• Previous experience in property project management would be valued but is not essential
• The 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 Veronica Stevens, Infrastructure Manager at veronica.stevens@education.govt.nz.

Applications close Midnight – Wednesday 3 December 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.