We’re thrilled to reveal the winners of this year’s Ngā Tohu a FMANZ Awards.
Brian Happy Award for Facilities Manager of the Year | Te Tohu o Brian Happy Kaiwhakahaere Whakaurunga o te Tau
Matt Milligan, CFMANZ, Head of Property, Spark Arena (QPAM Ltd), took out the prestigious Facilities Manager of the Year title.
Presented to a dedicated facilities management professional, the Brian Happy Award for Facilities Manager of the Year recognises someone who has applied their experience and knowledge to produce exceptional results within their organisation, as well as demonstrating remarkable personal qualities that inspire and uplift those around them. The judges were impressed with Matt’s “dedication to excellence in every aspect of his work, combined with his passion for the job and his people, which sets a new benchmark in the field of facilities management.”
Emerging Facilities Management Professional of the Year Award | Te Ringa Ngaio Maea ki FM o te Tau
Nick Weir, Centre Operations Leader, Christchurch City Council won the Emerging Facilities Management Professional of the Year Award, which is presented to a relative newcomer to FM who has a genuine passion for the industry and demonstrates an eagerness to embrace new responsibilities and acquire fresh skills. The judges were unanimous in their feedback that Nick “exemplifies the future we envision for the FM industry, showcasing the skills, values, and capabilities we aspire to see more of.”
Facilities Management Team of the Year Award | Te Ranga FM o te Tau
Hato Hone St John – Property Services Team are the recipients of this year’s Facilities Management Team of the Year Award, which recognises the outstanding performance of a dedicated team working in FM, who have harnessed their experience and knowledge to deliver outstanding results, all while embodying the spirit of teamwork and collaboration. Their commitment to excellence was noted by the judges who praised them for being “a highly effective, technical FM team with positive energy and passion” and “an outstanding capacity to harness their strong relationships with volunteers in all corners of Aotearoa to deliver the best outcomes for their organisation and support the critical works they do every day for the NZ public.”
Sustainability & Environmental Impact Award | Te Tohu Whakaaweawe Whakauke me te Taiao
Andrew Reynolds, PFMANZ, Technical Facilities Manager – Foodstuffs North Island Ltd, is this year’s Sustainability & Environmental Impact Award winner. This award celebrates teams and individuals who are truly making a difference by inspiring the FM industry to enhance the social, environmental, and economic sustainability of the communities we live in. The judges were impressed by Andrew’s “dedication to sustainability, which has seen him challenge the status quo, resulting in significant positive changes for the environment,” and stated that his “impact extends beyond the immediate role responsibilities, creating a ripple effect of action and influence that sets new standards for facilities management.”
Service Provider of the Year Award | Te Kaiwhakawhiwhi Ratonga o te Tau
And finally, Red Badge Group was awarded the accolade of Service Provider of the Year, acknowledging the team’s outstanding provision of contracted-out facilities management services and commitment to excellence. The judges spoke highly of this “exceptional team of service people, who stand at the forefront of an ever evolving and often challenging landscape, demonstrating remarkable resilience and adaptability. Operating on the frontline, they face adversity head-on, excelling in relationship building to ensure safe and secure environments for the public.”
The 2024 Ngā Tohu a FMANZ Awards winners were announced at the FMANZ gala awards presentation on Wednesday 25 September. The special occasion took place during the Te Hui Taumata a FM Summit Aotearoa 2024, held at the Viaduct Events Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
The awards highlight the outstanding contributions of individuals, teams and service providers who have excelled in facilities management (FM). By celebrating these achievements, we underscore the essential role FM plays in enhancing the health, safety, wellbeing, and productivity of New Zealanders. They are a wonderful opportunity to recognise excellence in our industry and to inspire continued growth and innovation within our awards programme and beyond.
FMANZ extends heartfelt congratulations to all our winners. Your hard work and dedication truly shine. Thank you also to all our wonderful finalists – we truly appreciate your time, effort and commitment to excellence in the FM industry.
