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HVAC Technician - Auckland

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a qualified and experienced HVAC Technician to join our team at Auckland Prison. In this role, you will work closely with the Facilities Manager and Trades Operations Supervisor to deliver high-quality maintenance services across the site. You will be responsible for conducting inspections, managing subcontractors, completing documentation, and ensuring all maintenance activities are carried out safely and efficiently. This is a hands-on role that requires a strong commitment to safety, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a secure and structured environment.

Job Description

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

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

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.

About the Role:

We are seeking a qualified and experienced HVAC Technician to join our team at Auckland Prison. In this role, you will work closely with the Facilities Manager and Trades Operations Supervisor to deliver high-quality maintenance services across the site. You will be responsible for conducting inspections, managing subcontractors, completing documentation, and ensuring all maintenance activities are carried out safely and efficiently. This is a hands-on role that requires a strong commitment to safety, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a secure and structured environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing planned and reactive maintenance on HVAC systems.

• Coordinating subcontractor activities and ensuring compliance.

• Conducting regular facility inspections and reporting issues.

• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities.

• Participating in emergency response efforts and supporting minor projects.

• Ensuring all work is completed in line with KPIs and safety standards.

About You:

• Trade qualified HVAC Technician with commercial maintenance experience.

• General understanding of core building services (HVAC, electrical, plumbing).

• Comfortable working in a secure environment and passing background checks.

• Strong commitment to safety, security, and ethical conduct.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Able to work on an on-call roster.

• Computer literate and able to manage documentation.

• Site Safe, Working at Heights, and EWP certifications beneficial (training provided if needed).

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

• Free Life and Income replacement insurance.

• Discounted Medical cover.

• Access to Marram Trust holiday / medical program.

• Active social club.

• Company branded uniform and PPE.

• Initial and ongoing training program â“ developed to keep you upskilled and safe!

Environment, Health and Safety is a priority for Cushman & Wakefield and the successful candidate will be expected to have a good understanding of the EHS requirements and behaviours in a commercial environment. Good personal presentation and customer service skills are also essential, as is a clean full driverâ™s licence.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a drug test, complete a Pre-employment Health Questionnaire and MOJ check. A criminal conviction review is also a requirement of the role.

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment. We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status.

We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community â“ it means we go way beyond just talking about it â“ we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.
Candidates must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

INCO: âœCushman & Wakefieldâ