Kapiti College is seeking a skilled, reliable Caretaker / Property Maintenance person to provide casual, on-call cover for staff leave and peak workloads. Working under the guidance of the Property & Facilities Manager, you will help ensure our campus facilities remain safe, functional, and inviting.

Key Responsibilities:

● Assist with daily operational maintenance, general building repairs and grounds upkeep.

● Work under the guidance of the Facilities / Property Manager undertaking maintenance schedules, and providing project support

● Respond promptly to urgent maintenance requests and emergency repairs.

● Maintain strong health, safety, and compliance standards across all daily tasks.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

● Proven experience in facilities maintenance, general repairs, building systems, or groundskeeping.

● Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills with a proactive, steam-focused attitude.

● A relevant trade qualification or experience with project management tools is desirable, though not essential.

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To apply, please complete the non teaching application form and submit it with a CV and cover

letter by midday Thursday 17 September 2026 to jobs@kc.school.nz.

For further information regarding the position, please contact Wendy Marsh on 04 902 5121 ext.

849.

Kapiti College Annual Plan

Full time, Permanent

Kapiti College – Creative Technologies Department

Are you an innovative teacher ready to inspire the next generation of creators? Kapiti College is seeking a passionate Teacher of Textiles & Fashion to join our well-resourced Technology department.

Our vision statement is "Piki tahi, eke tahi"—climb together, achieve together. We nurture well-being in a caring whānau, inspiring learners to pursue excellence and leave with the skills to thrive. Our direction is anchored by our four Pou:

Pou 1: Excellence and Achievement – Fostering excellence in a supportive environment to equip students for the future.

Pou 2: Well-being and Belonging – Creating a safe, inclusive space where everyone feels pride and belonging.

Pou 3: Whānau and Community Partnerships – Building strong links with whānau, mana whenua, and the community.

Pou 4: Cultural Growth – Celebrating diversity while embedding Mātauranga Māori and Parihaka Mai Ai values.

This is a permanent, full-time (1.0 FTE) position starting on January 27, Term 1, 2027. While Textiles and Fashion is the primary focus, the applicant must be a versatile practitioner. To complete a 1.0 FTE timetable, please clearly state any other curriculum areas you can teach (e.g., Food Technology, DVC, or other core subjects would be an advantage).

Application Details

Kapiti College Annual Plan

Applications close 12:00PM 14 September 2026. Please submit your Application form, cover letter and CV to:

Wendy Marsh

jobs@kc.school.nz

04 902 5121 extension 849

Full time, Permanent 

40 Hours per week, 52 Weeks

Kapiti College is seeking an experienced, practical, and leadership-minded Property Manager to

ensure our campus provides a safe, high-quality learning environment for our school community.

Security & Safety:

Managing the locking and unlocking of school gates and buildings daily

Monitoring fire alarms, and intruder alarms; responding to out-of-hours emergencies if required.

Conducting regular risk assessments, checking fire extinguishers, and ensuring walkways are clear of hazards.

Monitor and maintain an inventory of all keys.

Provide prompt service and practical management during civil or site emergencies (e.g., floods, gas leaks, fire, or loss of essential services), ensuring the safety of the school community and the containment of damage.

Ensure that if ACM is to be disturbed, it is only handled by appropriately licensed professionals in accordance with WorkSafe NZ standards and school safety protocols.

Regularly update the school’s Asbestos Management Plan (AMP). Ensure the plan is reviewed at least every year, or immediately following any accidental disturbance or removal of ACM.

Ensure all members of the property team and external contractors are explicitly briefed on the location of known and suspected ACM (as identified in the Asbestos Register) before any maintenance or construction work begins. 

Maintenance & Repairs:

Performing minor repairs such as carpentry, plumbing (unblocking sinks/toilets), and painting/decorating.

Triaging and completion of Property requests

Contractor Supervising:

Assist contractors by clarifying the scope of work and explaining site-specific constraints to ensure projects are completed with minimal disruption to teaching and learning including:

Assistance is given to contractors in terms of opening up, clarifying scope of work, linking to services, explaining constraints.

The quality of work being done by contractors is monitored and any concerns or deficiencies are addressed or escalated to the Facilities Manager, if required.

Liaising with booked external tradespeople (electricians, builders) to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.

Ensuring sports fields, and car parks are kept tidy and free of litter. To ensure that at the end of each day the school environment is clean and ready for the next day.

Actively contribute to the review and implementation of the school’s 10-year maintenance plan (10YMP) by identifying preventative maintenance priorities and providing cost estimates for scheduled work.

Facilities: 

Monitoring the boiler systems and ensuring the school is adequately heated and lit.

Moving furniture and equipment (e.g., setting up the main hall for exams, assemblies, or parents' evenings). Damaged furniture is collected promptly, repaired if practicable or dumped if not.

Receiving and distributing stock and supplies across the departments.

Conduct termly inspections of hall and classroom furniture, ensuring a refurbished stock of desks and seating is available for use and removing damaged items for repair or disposal.

Team Leadership and Oversight:

Provide leadership, guidance, and performance management for the Property Team.

Building Warrant of Fitness IQP Checks

Specified System Checks (Monthly):

If you have doors that slide open automatically or hold-open magnets, check they release when the test button is pressed.

Check that "Green Break Glass" units are intact and have their plastic covers.

Documentation & Records (Ongoing):

Every check must be recorded in the on-site BWOF logbook. 

Ensure the logbook is available in a central location for when the IQP or Council auditor visits.

Undertake additional administrative tasks as required to effectively support Kapiti College’s operations

Experience and Skills:

Proven experience in property, facilities, or operational management.

A strong understanding of health and safety compliance and contractor management.

Excellent organisational and administrative skills to manage a variety of tasks and deadlines concurrently.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with SLT, staff, students, community, and suppliers.

A strategic mindset to contribute to the school's annual and long-term plannin

Application Details

Kapiti College Annual Plan

Applications close 12:00PM 21 September 2026. Please submit your Application form, cover letter and CV to:

Wendy Marsh

jobs@kc.school.nz

04 902 5121 extension 849