Kim Smith

Kim Smith is a seasoned property and asset management professional, currently serving as a Senior Property Advisor at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa since January 2023, focusing on property information management and asset strategic planning, including the implementation of a new property system. Concurrently, Kim has held the position of Contracts and Asset Manager at Manukau Institute of Technology since June 2017, overseeing asset strategy and ensuring the successful relocation of the Faculty of Nursing. Previously, Kim has extensive experience within local government, including a managerial role at Auckland Council, where responsibilities encompassed business information and fleet services, as well as asset system management at Waitakere City Council. Skills include process management, stakeholder engagement, financial oversight, and technology systems implementation, complemented by a solid background in improving business processes and leading teams across various sectors.