Asset Manager – IHC Property Portfolio
Wellington or Palmerston North - Accessible Properties NZ Ltd
Take ownership of a significant regional property portfolio and influence its future.
Drive strategic asset planning, capital investment, and portfolio performance.
Regular travel is essential as part of the role.
Wellington or Palmerston North based - Competitive salary + vehicle + benefits.
This is an opportunity for an experienced Asset Manager to take a leading role in shaping the performance and future direction of a substantial property portfolio across the lower North Island.
Accessible Properties NZ Ltd is New Zealand's largest non-government community housing provider, managing over 2,800 homes nationwide. Part of the IHC Group, Accessible Properties operates with a clear profit-for-purpose philosophy, delivering quality, fit-for-purpose properties that support people and communities.
IHC has a mission to advocate for the rights, inclusion and welfare of all people with intellectual disabilities and support them to live satisfying lives in the community.
With a renewed organisational focus on strategic asset management, Accessible Properties is investing in the capability, systems and expertise needed to optimise its property portfolios and deliver better long-term outcomes.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the National Lead Asset Management (IHC), this is a broad, hands-on role combining strategic portfolio planning, financial analysis, capital investment, and operational asset management.
Responsible for the IHC property portfolio across the Central North Island region, extending from Wairarapa to Taranaki, you will have the autonomy to influence investment priorities, improve asset performance, and ensure properties remain fit for purpose. The role requires regular travel and will require overnight stays for 2-3 nights as this is an essential requirement of the role.
Your focus will include:
Strategic Asset Management: Develop and deliver asset management plans that optimise portfolio performance, investment, and long-term value.
Capital Works & Maintenance: Plan and oversee capital improvements, maintenance programmes, budgets, contracts, and service delivery.
Portfolio Analysis: Undertake feasibility assessments, analyse asset performance, and identify opportunities for improvement, investment, and development.
Stakeholder Partnerships: As the Primary Relationship Manager, you will build effective relationships with IDEA Services, contractors, service providers, and internal property teams, to ensure property solutions align with service needs.
Partnering with all asset management colleagues and acquisitions, leasing, and development teams to unlock new outcomes.
Financial & Risk Management: Apply sound commercial judgement to forecasting, expenditure, compliance, health and safety and asset-related risks.
Continuous Improvement: Contribute to a stronger, more proactive asset management function across the wider IHC Group.
This is more than a traditional property maintenance role. It offers the opportunity to influence how a significant portfolio is managed, invested in, and developed for the future.
About You
We are looking for a commercially, empathetic, values-driven, and astute property professional who combines strong technical knowledge with strategic thinking and practical delivery capability. Ideally, your background will include:
At least five years' experience in property asset management, facilities management, or a related discipline, preferably involving complex or geographically dispersed portfolios.
A relevant tertiary qualification in property, asset management, or a related field.
Proven experience in asset planning, capital works, maintenance programmes, and contractor management.
Strong financial and analytical skills, with the ability to translate property data into sound investment decisions.
Confidence engaging with a wide range of stakeholders and building productive working relationships.
A collaborative, solutions-focused approach, and an appreciation of the needs of diverse communities.
Importantly, you will be equally comfortable working at a strategic level and getting involved in the practical realities of managing property assets.
Why Accessible Properties?
This is an opportunity to combine your property expertise with work that has genuine purpose. You will join an established national organisation that is strengthening its strategic asset management capability, with the opportunity to influence decisions and make a tangible contribution.
The package includes a competitive salary, work vehicle, car parking, benefits, and professional development opportunities.
The position can be based in Wellington or Palmerston North, with regional travel across the portfolio.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Asset Manager looking for greater portfolio ownership, strategic influence, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference, we would welcome your application.
Please send your CV and cover letter (Word format) outlining your alignment with the role criteria to Amanda Scott, Consulting Director, TalentNow! via the ‘Apply’ link. For a confidential conversation, contact Amanda directly on 021784483.
Applications close: Monday 23rd November 2025. Applications will be progressed as they are received – do not delay.