Assessor - Contract Assurance (Napier) at Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities , Hawkes Bay

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Maintain high quality standards of service delivery from Maintenance Partners
• Provide technical maintenance advice and recommendations
• Permanent roles, salary $96,227 + 5 weeks' annual leave and insurance benefits

Te whiwhinga mahi - Our opportunity

In this role, you will thrive in being part of the wider central North Island team and being able to contribute to the wider national assurance team.  You will be responsible for the efficient delivery of quality assurance assessments, the analysis and accurate reporting of assessment findings, and provision of technical advice, support and recommendations to Kāinga Ora staff and maintenance partners.

You'll work closely and collaboratively with internal business groups and our maintenance partners to problem solve issues and contribute to providing solutions that will achieve positive outcomes for Kāinga Ora.

Please note that as this role requires regular travel a full, clean NZ drivers licence is a prerequisite.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu - What you will bring

• Working knowledge of residential building maintenance practices (a trade qualification would be a distinct advantage).
• Ability to analyse, interpret and apply Kāinga Ora maintenance standards, legislative, regulatory and building code requirements as they relate to work undertaken
• Demonstrated knowledge in quality systems and processes
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and proven ability to build and maintain working relationships
• Proven ability to build and maintain working relationships
• Current full NZ Driver's Licence

Nōu te rourou - What's in it for you?  

We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. These benefits are described in more detail here https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz/a-great-place-to-work/benefits 

As a Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance. We also want to support and grow your personal and career development through on-the-job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities. 

Mō mātou - Our Organisation

At Kāinga Ora, ours is the important responsibility of transforming New Zealand's housing choices, outcomes and the entire housing sector by creating homes and communities that allow New Zealanders to thrive.

What is exciting about working for Kāinga Ora is getting the chance to make a real and positive impact on New Zealanders' lives. With skills, planning and purposeful action, our people are creating the homes and neighbourhoods that will build the future of Aotearoa.

We are passionate about transforming New Zealand for the better. That includes being a trusted partner for Māori and iwi, protecting and enabling their rights, interests and aspirations under the guidance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Ō tātou uara - Our values

Our values were developed by us, for us. They unite us as an organisation and guide how we work every day. Our values are:

• Manaakitanga - People at the Heart
• Mahi Tahi - Better Together
• Whanake - Be Bold

Tūhono mai - Join us

To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz. Please note: all applicants, including existing employees, need to follow this process. If you have any questions about this role, please contact  Enna.Cecilio@kaingaora.govt.nz.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress suitable candidates prior to the closing date. This helps us ensure a timely and streamlined recruitment process and supports prompt feedback for all applicants.

Applications close on Friday, 7 November 2025 at 11:55pm.

We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.