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Mō mātou| About us

Waikato Waters is a brand-new, publicly owned water utility bringing together water and wastewater services across the Waikato region — built from the ground up to deliver for communities today and for generations to come. 

Te tūranga | The role

We are looking for an experienced Property & Fleet Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across Waikato Waters’ property portfolio and vehicle fleet. In this critical role, you'll ensure all corporate land assets are safe, secure, compliant and cost effectively managed.  Although this is a highly strategic role you will need to be just as comfortable rolling up your sleeves and getting into the detail.

Ō mahi | What you’ll do

• Lead the management and long‑term strategy for an evolving corporate property portfolio
• Oversee land acquisition, disposal, and property‑related negotiations
• Ensure site security and compliance across all operational locations
• Manage the acquisition, maintenance and optimisation of fleet assets
• Drive cost effective fleet operations that are fit‑for‑purpose and well maintained
• Lead complex negotiations for property and fleet transactions
• Monitor budgets and identify opportunities for cost optimisation
• Provide clear commercial, financial and risk advice to support decision‑making

Ō pūkenga | What you’ll bring

• Significant experience in strategic property management and portfolio leadership
• Strong analytical, commercial and problem‑solving capability
• Proven success managing budgets and driving value through optimisation
• Experience in complex, multi‑party negotiations
• Fleet management experience (advantageous)
• A values‑driven approach grounded in responsibility, integrity and respect
• Ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively across teams

He aha ai mātou | Why join us

Waikato Waters is being built once — and you’d be part of that. He waka eke noa — we are all in this together. The work is real, the impact is visible, and the team we’re assembling is genuinely exceptional. We offer competitive remuneration, health insurance, and hybrid working where the role allows. To learn more about Waikato Waters visit: www.waikatowaters.co.nz

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

Applications close 10th April 2026. To apply, visit www.sagely.co.nz For a full position description or for a confidential chat contact Louise McLean on 027 247 9393.

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