Facilities Coordinator

Facilities Coordinator

Christchurch

Mō te Tūranga | About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an organised and proactive individual to play a key role in supporting the safe and efficient operation of one of New Zealand's leading private hospitals.

As our Facilities Coordinator, you'll be the central point of coordination for maintenance activities, contractor management, and compliance across the hospital. Working closely with the Facilities Manager, hospital colleagues and contractors, you'll ensure maintenance programmes, statutory compliance, and essential building services are delivered safely, efficiently, and with minimal disruption to hospital operations.

This is a varied role combining facilities coordination, contractor management, compliance, and operational support. From preventative maintenance and building compliance to security systems, audits, and sustainability initiatives, you'll help create a safe, reliable environment for our people, specialists, and patients every day.

This is a full-time position based in our Christchurch Hospital

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

• Experience in building maintenance, facilities, or a trade-related environment
• Project coordination experience
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop technical skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Experience maintaining records, reporting, and contractor documentation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive approach to identifying operational risks and driving continuous improvement

Highly regarded:

• Knowledge of building compliance, preventative maintenance, and health & safety requirements
• Knowledge of building services including mechanical, electrical or hydraulic systems
• Healthcare, commercial property, or complex facilities experience

Ngā mea ka taea e mātou te tuku I a koe | What we can offer you:

• Competitive Rewards: Attractive remuneration package
• Health & Wellbeing: Funded health insurance and a comprehensive wellbeing programme
• Perks & Community: Discounts from a range of partners and the opportunity to join our Employee Network.

Ko wai matou | Our Organisation

At Southern Cross Healthcare, our purpose is clear: to advance quality healthcare across Aotearoa New Zealand. Our values shape everything we do:

• Care First – We lead with compassion, delivering care that’s deeply human through genuine manaakitanga.
• Better Together – Collaboration is our strength. We unite diverse skills and perspectives to create better outcomes for all.
• Pursue Excellence – We strive to improve, innovate, and excel every day—never settling, always aiming to deliver our best.

We’re proud to bring together over 4,000 skilled professionals—including 2,000 nurses and anaesthetic technicians—working alongside more than 1,200 specialists, surgeons, anaesthetists, and allied health experts. Together, we’re one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest and most trusted healthcare providers.

Driven by a strong ‘for purpose’ ethos, we think beyond financial quarters—planning for generations to come.

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and foster a culturally safe environment that reflects manaakitanga and values the unique perspectives of our people. Our core value, Better Together, guides our goal to build a workforce that mirrors the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand.

If you have specific needs or would like to discuss how we can support you, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at for a confidential conversation.

Haere mai, ā, mā te mahi tahi ka whai wāhi ki tētahi mea whai take, ka āwhina i ngā tāngata ki te whai oranga mā te whakaaro anō ki te tautiaki hauora

Join us, and together, each of us can be part of something important, helping people live their best lives by reimagining healthcare.

For a copy of the Job Description visit facilities-coordinator---position-description---aug-2026.pdf