About Us

Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) is the umbrella organisation for national football associations across Oceania, which are actively engaged in promoting football as a tool for social development. Committed to leaving a positive impact in the communities we serve; OFC delivers award-winning Sport for Development programs that utilise football to enhance lives across the Pacific region.

We’re currently looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Facilities Manager to ensure the effective management, maintenance and safety of our OFC Facilities.

Join us in Auckland, New Zealand, as our new Facilities Manager. An exciting time to join OFC with the launch of the OFC Professional League in January 2026.

About The Role

The Facilities Manager ensures the effective management, maintenance, and safety of all OFC facilities—including the Home of Football, Academy, Ascot offices, fields, accommodation, and rental properties. The goal is to keep these facilities compliant, well-presented, and functional for OFC stakeholders and partners.

Planning & Strategy

  • Maintain all OFC facilities to high standards.
  • Develop preventive maintenance and long-term asset plans.
  • Oversee projects, procurement, and contractor performance.
  • Ensure compliance with NZ laws (Building Act, H&S Act, Fire Regs, BWOF).
  • Manage accommodation services and tenant relationships.
  • Oversee events, bookings, and balancing stakeholder needs.
  • Maintain security, energy, waste, and asset systems.

Health & Safety

  • Lead the development of a H&S framework across all OFC sites.
  • Ensure compliance with all NZ H&S legislation and BWOF requirements.
  • Maintain a hazard register and lead safety drills and inspections.
  • Train staff and contractors on safe practices.
  • Ensure all emergency systems and signage are in place and functional.

Leadership & People Management

  • Lead and mentor the Facilities team (including contractors).
  • Set KPIs and conduct performance reviews.
  • Prepare and manage OPEX budgets.
  • Provide reports to leadership.
  • Maintain thorough documentation (contracts, compliance, asset registers).
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Compliance

  • Ensure full compliance with all health, safety, legal, and internal policies.
  • Stay updated on relevant laws and ensure consistent application.

Other Duties

  • Undertake additional tasks as required by the OFC Executive leadership

Why Join Us

We offer you:

  • A competitive annual salary.
  • Free onsite parking.
  • A vibrant, passionate, and supportive team culture.
  • Emphasis on professional development and growth opportunities.
  • A chance to contribute to the future of football and community impact across the Pacific.
  • Full-Time position (minimum guaranteed 40 hours per week).

About You

Our ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment. You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

  • A relevant qualification in facilities/building management is required.
  • NZ trade qualifications or sports ground maintenance certification are desirable but not essential.
  • At least 6 years’ experience in facilities management and in managing staff.
  • Strong background in property and contractor management.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (intermediate level or above).
  • A professional, team-oriented approach and ability to meet tight deadlines.
  • Willingness to work irregular hours, including weekends.
  • Eligibility to drive in New Zealand, ability to satisfy Ministry of Justice criminal checks.

Additional language skills beyond English would be an advantage.

We welcome applications from candidates based in New Zealand. If you’re excited by the opportunity to contribute to football’s commercial success in Oceania, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply Now – Next Steps

Please apply through SEEK and attach your cover letter highlighting your specific qualifications and recent experiences that are relevant to the role.

Applications close Friday 23rd January 2026