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

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.

We are currently seeking a Branch Manager to manage our diverse trades team in Wellington.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Achievement of financial targets.
• Revenue and gross margin targets, in line with fiscal budgets for the region.
• Invoicing and WIP targets requiring regional input and resolution.
• Aged debt targets requiring regional input and resolution.
• Labour recovery and Utilisation targets for the region.
• Ability to create a positive team culture.
• Achievement of regional performance targets, including all relevant contract KPI's.
• Direct management of the Trades team, comprised of plumbing, carpentry, electrical and HVAC personnel and subcontractor network, and administration.
• Ensure service delivery outcomes are well-managed at a local and regional level.
• Client engagement and management of associated regional relationships.
• Developing new opportunities and innovation and technology solutions to clients (new and existing) to increase revenue and set us apart as a best in class service provider.
• Effective integration and regional delivery of incoming sales/growth opportunities.
• Effective management of escalated regional issues (internal and external).
• Compliance with C&W's Subcontractor Management System.
• Compliance with C&W's Health & Safety policy and procedures.
• Compliance with C&W's People Management policies and practices.
• Regional account retention and growth.

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE:

• Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry and/or HVAC experienced and qualified.
• Genuine technical business development experience with a common sense approach and the ability to manage a varied and busy workload.
• Minimum of five year's experience in managing trade staff and sub-contractors - particularly in a corporate/commercial maintenance environment.
• Project management experience in a maintenance environment.
• Commitment to health and safety.
• Computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook and a Financial software package, JDE preferred.

Cushman & Wakefield's remuneration package includes:

• Free Life Insurance.
• Free Income replacement insurance.
• Discounted Medical cover with Southern Cross.
• Access to Marram Trust holiday / medical program.
• Challenging position with definite career opportunities.
• Company car with private use.
• Opportunity to work for a company that values Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

Candidates must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace. If you are a person with a disability and need the job posting in an alternative format or any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, please email your request to HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.