Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
LNGG
Accomplishments
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Serge Kiz

Auckland

Summary

Experienced Property Specialist with 10+ years in public and private sector property management, asset planning, and compliance. Proven track record of reducing operational costs and overseeing capital works projects efficiently. Skilled at navigating regulatory environments and vendor management.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Facilities Manager

DYSON LTD
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • - Managing 24/7 operations of facilities, ensuring the efficient functioning of building infrastructure to meet business and operational requirements
  • - Maintaining compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations
  • - Managing vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholder relationships
  • - Overlooking Building Management Systems (BMS), Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), and IoT-enabled solutions to enhance operational efficiency
  • - Preparation and management of emergency response plans

Facilities Asset Planning Manager

KIWIRAIL
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • - Overseeing the maintenance prioritization using asset and facilities maintenance data.
  • - Leading the preparation and development of Asset Management Plans for KiwiRail property portfolio
  • - Preparation of budgets for input into KiwiRail’s Annual and Long-Term Plans
  • - Developing renewal and upgrade programmes that support asset management plans, policies and strategies
  • - Implementing asset maintenance programmes in accordance with the asset management plans
  • - Serving as escalation point for Facility Management provider for approval of reactive maintenance and capital works

Property Manager/Project Manager

PANUKU DEVELOPMENT
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • - Managing the day-to-day operations of various properties within entrusted portfolio (200+ commercial/heritage objects across Auckland)
  • - Conducting renovations and refurbishment projects: Performing property inspections and preparing written reports on project progress
  • - Ensuring that relevant building maintenance, repairs and services are completed efficiently and within agreed scope, time, budget and industry standards
  • - Approving work orders raised by contractors and members of the public: Monitoring BWOFs/Compliance schedule and remedial work

Development Assessor

AUCKLAND COUNCIL
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • - Engaging with Developers and analyzing development proposals to determine applicable contribution charges
  • - Applying Development Contributions Policy (Local Government Act) to various development scenarios, ensuring accurate and fair assessment of fees
  • - Preparing detailed reports and maintain accurate records of assessments, ensuring transparency and accountability in the contribution process
  • - Working closely with other council departments, such as planning and finance, to ensure alignment on infrastructure funding and development approvals
  • - Arranging consultations and workshops to promote understanding of Development Fees and Local Government Act (2002)

Education

Master of Professional Accounting - Accounting (Diploma)

Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
06.2014

Economics

Moscow State University
06.2011

Skills

  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Portfolio Rationalization & Consolidation
  • Health & Safety / Compliance / Building WOF
  • Asset & Lifecycle Planning
  • Risk-Based Asset Prioritisation
  • Analytical & Critical Thinking
  • Goal Driven & Service Focused
  • Adaptability & Resilience
  • Contract Management
  • Strong Decision maker
  • Computer Skills: Oracle SAP, SPM, MYOB, XERO, GIS/GEO MAPS, ORA, Clarify , Monday

Certification

  • 2019 New Zealand Certificate in Project Management - NZQA
  • 2019 PRINCE2- Foundation
  • 2017 Site Safe – Contractors Management Site

LNGG

UKRANIAN (MOTHER TONGUE)
RUSSIAN (NATIVE)
ENGLISH (ACADEMIC LEVEL)

Accomplishments

  • 2024 Dyson Ltd - Implemented efficiency improvements, reducing maintenance costs by 10% while enhancing service quality
  • 2023 KiwiRail - Identified and deleted outdated asset components which resulted in reduction of $2mln Insurance premiums paid by the company.
  • 2023 KiwiRail - Developed Plan for upgrade and refurbishment of projects such as Kawerau Depot($1.5 mln), Te Rapa Upgrade ($500K), Te Kuiti Depot Upgrade ($500K), Auckland Westfield Freight Operations Building ($1,5 mln), Whangarei Container and Rolling stock building Upgrade ($1.8 mln)
  • 2023 KiwiRail - Ensured compliance with all relevant safety and environmental regulations, resulting in successful audits with zero compliance issues or penalties.
  • 2018 Panuku Development Auckland - Ensured compliance with all relevant safety and environmental regulations, resulting in successful audits with zero compliance issues or penalties
  • 2017 Panuku Development Auckland - Successfully delivered refurbishment of Auckland Heritage
  • 2014 Auckland Council - Successfully handled Development Contribution Assessment for Pasifica Residential Apartments (Tallest Building in NZ)

Affiliations

  • 2020 - 2024 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT BEST PRACTICE GROUP
  • 2020 - 2024 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW ZEALAND

Timeline

Facilities Manager

DYSON LTD
01.2023 - 01.2025

Facilities Asset Planning Manager

KIWIRAIL
01.2020 - 01.2023

Property Manager/Project Manager

PANUKU DEVELOPMENT
01.2016 - 01.2020

Development Assessor

AUCKLAND COUNCIL
01.2013 - 01.2016

Economics

Moscow State University

Master of Professional Accounting - Accounting (Diploma)

Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
Serge Kiz