Building Controls Service Technician

About the Role

The University of Canterbury’s Facilities Management team is seeking a permanent full-time Building Controls Service Technician to support the performance of intelligent building systems across a large and technically diverse campus in Ōtautahi Christchurch. This position is onsite and involves 40 hours of work per week.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will help keep building management systems, HVAC control systems, lighting controls, and electrical systems tied to mechanical services running safely and efficiently. The work is varied and practical, with responsibilities that can include fault diagnosis, responding to alarms, scheduled maintenance, supporting building upgrades, and contributing to energy-saving initiatives. You will collaborate closely with engineers, contractors, and trades teams to deliver modern building solutions that improve occupant comfort and building performance.

About You

The ideal candidate is a registered electrician with strong troubleshooting ability and a real interest in automation and controls technology. Experience in HVAC systems, industrial controls, or building automation will be highly valued. Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS), controls commissioning, DALI lighting controls, or energy management systems will be an advantage.

Team and Working Environment

You will join a specialist Building Controls team within Facilities Management, working alongside technicians, engineers, mechanical tradespeople, and contractors who focus on maintaining high-performing campus infrastructure for the future.

Benefits

• 5 weeks of annual leave plus 5 university holiday days
• Superannuation support of up to 6.75% employer contribution
• Access to professional development and study opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Supportive workplace culture
• UC parental leave support of up to 9 weeks paid, alongside 26 weeks of government-paid parental leave and an onsite childcare facility
• Discounts on retail, entertainment, and travel
• Staff discounts on campus services, including UC RecCentre
• Access to campus facilities such as UC RecCentre, the Staff Club at reduced rates, and onsite cafés and eateries

Eligibility and Application Notes

Applicants must hold Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship, or permanent residency, to be eligible for consideration. Applications must be submitted through the employer’s careers website with both a cover letter and resume. Email applications are not accepted. The closing date is 12 July 2026 at midnight NZ time, although applications may be reviewed as they arrive and interviews could begin before the closing date. This role is onsite.

Additional Information

The position is based in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand, within the Facilities Management division of the University of Canterbury. The role is permanent and full-time. Interested applicants may direct process-related questions to the recruiting team via the provided work email address.