Cities served in New Zealand
- 01Facility maintenance in Auckland
- 02Facility maintenance in Christchurch
- 03Facility maintenance in Dunedin
- 04Facility maintenance in Hamilton
- 05Facility maintenance in Napier
- 06Facility maintenance in Nelson
- 07Facility maintenance in New Plymouth
- 08Facility maintenance in Palmerston North
- 09Facility maintenance in Queenstown
- 10Facility maintenance in Tauranga
- 11Facility maintenance in Wellington
Trades available in New Zealand
Building Systems: HVAC, EV Charging Stations, Refrigeration, Electrical, Plumbing, Generator and Backup Power, Energy Management and Building Controls, Elevator and Escalator Services, Lighting
Life Safety and Security: Fire Protection and Life Safety, Water and Fire Sprinkler Systems, Cameras, Access Control and Alarms, Locksmith
Building Envelope and Structure: Roofing, Building Envelope and Waterproofing, Windows, Glass and Board-Up, Doors, Automatic Doors and Access Control, Loading Dock Equipment and Levelers, Fencing and Gates
Interiors and Finishes: General Maintenance and Handyman, Painting and Drywall, Flooring and Tile, Ceilings and Interior Finishes, Carpentry and Millwork, Signage and Exterior Sign Repair, Low Voltage and Structured Cabling, Commercial Kitchen and Food Equipment
Grounds and Exterior: Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance, Irrigation, Tree Service, Snow and Ice Management, Asphalt, Concrete and Parking Lots, Parking Lot Striping, Parking Lot Sweeping, Power Washing, Window Cleaning
Cleaning and Environmental: Cleaning and Janitorial, Floor Care, Pest Control, Waste, Hauling and Debris, Environmental and Remediation, Restoration and Disaster Recovery
Projects: General Contractors and Construction, Retail Rollouts and Store Projects
Local considerations in New Zealand
- Frequent rain makes roofs, gutters, drains, sealants and entry floors the most common sources of service calls.
- Mild temperatures still call for seasonal HVAC servicing and regular exterior cleaning.
- Work is scheduled around trading hours, building rules and landlord requirements at each site.
Licensed and insured local providers
Regulated trades in New Zealand are assigned only to providers who hold the licenses or registrations the work requires there, and every provider carries the insurance the program sets.
Main licensing and registration bodies for facility trades in New Zealand (checked on official sites, November 2026):
| Trade | Licensing or registration body | Level | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical work | Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB), with registration services provided by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). | National | link |
| Plumbing (water) | Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board (PGDB), under the Plumbers, Gasfitters, and Drainlayers Act 2006 (sanitary plumbing). | National | link |
| Gas work | Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board (PGDB), under the Plumbers, Gasfitters, and Drainlayers Act 2006 (gasfitting). | National | link |
| Asbestos removal | WorkSafe New Zealand asbestos removal licences (Class A and Class B), under the Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations 2016. | National | link |
Some trades are also licensed by cities or counties. Requirements change, so each provider’s license is checked before work is assigned.
How the program runs
- Request. Submitted through the platform or by phone, with photos where available.
- Triage. Facility First confirms scope, priority and warranty.
- Dispatch. A vetted local provider for the trade receives the work order.
- Completion. The provider checks in, documents the work with photos and closes out.
- Verification and invoice. The work is checked and invoiced in one format.
Security by McCray in New Zealand
McCray Global Protection provides licensed security officers in New Zealand. Sites that need protection during repairs, after a break-in or while a store is closed can be covered under the same program. Security services in New Zealand
Frequently asked questions
Which trades does Facility First manage in New Zealand?
Every trade on the program is available in New Zealand, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, cleaning and janitorial, roofing, pest control, locksmith and board-up, through vetted local providers.
Can locations in New Zealand be on the same program as locations elsewhere?
Yes. Every market uses the same request process, approval limits, reporting and invoice format.
Is security available for sites in New Zealand?
Yes. McCray Global Protection provides security in New Zealand, so a site that needs officers during or after maintenance work can be covered under the same program.