Kaitaki Hua ā-Rohe

We believe that if we want to be a world class Kiwi Company, we shouldn’t just employ people, divide them into functional departments and tell them what to do. Instead, we defined a purpose – powering better journeys, today and tomorrow - and go about achieving this by setting clear goals and expectations and embracing diversity of thought.

At Z, Customer Experience is at the heart of everything we do - our strategy, capability development and investment decisions. We're creating and continually developing products and digital channels our customers will love and that make their lives easier.

Job Description

Our Supply team are the team that fuels our customers, literally! Supply at Z Energy looks after the whole fuel supply chain and maintenance of all assets to ensure we have what we need, where we need it.

We are excited to welcome two Kaitaki Hua ā-Rohe Regional Asset Managers to the Z whānau. One in the Waenganui Central Region and one in the Tonga Southern Region. 

In this role the core focus will be to oversee and optimise the performance of assets within your geographical area. Z’s assets portfolio is diverse and large and, in this role, covers manned and unmanned retail sites, truck stops and client-based assets. Some travel is required in this role as you will be out and about on site to understand priorities and asset performance first hand.

Taking a strategic approach to the management of these properties you will be responsible for ensuring their maintenance, enhancement, and operation align with Z’s objectives and strategy. Collaboration will be key, working closely with the wider Engineering, Assets, Supply and Customer Teams you will develop and deliver on asset management plans that drive growth, mitigate risks, and ensure long term asset value.

You will have the opportunity to

• Develop and implement project plans, including timeframes, milestones, resources, reporting, quality, and safety standards
• Contribute to the development and delivery of projects and maintenance tasks to support productivity and cost initiatives
• Provide on-site technical and control of work expertise and input to ensure ongoing safe and reliable operations
• Ensure compliance with all applicable standards and regulations including gaining agreement on scopes of work, standards, and budgets

Qualifications

What you’ll bring to Z

• Experience in trades or heavy trades would be advantageous as would knowledge of liquid delivery systems
• Demonstrated experience of managing end to end projects including leadership, monitoring, review and reporting
• The ability to succeed in an operational environment combined with a sound understanding of planning and delivery against strategy
• A focus on compliance, regulation and risk in a high hazard environment
• The relentless pursuit of goals and great outcomes with the ability to build strong relationships and influence positively along the journey
• The flexibility to travel to site in your region as needed

And of course, you’ll be passionate about what matters to Z, embracing and living our values to help us deliver on our aspirations and broader commitment to Aotearoa New Zealand.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Z we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the

job description

, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Additional Information

What we can offer you

• A competitive remuneration package including short-term incentive plan, medical insurance for you and your family, enhanced employer contribution for KiwiSaver
• Generous leave provisions including enhanced sick leave, parental leave benefits and the option to buy additional leave
• The balance of hybrid working, enjoy some of your week at home and some in our welcoming office space
• The opportunity to contribute and be part of a supportive team that is here to make a difference
• A chance to build your own capability through learning from some of the industry’s most knowledgeable people who have a desire to share their insights along with access to upskilling opportunities and career development across the organisation
• Two days a year to do Good in your Hood, though our volunteering scheme, a chance for you to help others in your community in a meaningful way to you

The base salary range for this role is $129,200 to $152,000 per annum, plus 15% STI based on company performance, a 5% KiwiSaver employer contribution and health insurance through Southern Cross.

Why Z?

Z is a dynamic and innovative Kiwi company that provides energy solutions for today while working on playing our part in Aotearoa’s shift towards a low-carbon future – a transition that we’re passionate about.

Being proudly Kiwi, we’re up for challenging the status quo, stand-up for what we believe is right and most importantly, we back our team to bring their true selves to work every day. Our flexible working approach and Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick accreditations - backed by our strong company values, Tū Kaha Stand Up, Tū Maia Speak Out, Tū Kotahi Side by Side - have created an open and inclusive workplace that promotes personal development, and is underpinned by a desire for our people and our communities to succeed.

One of the things we stand for at Z is Diversity & Inclusion. It is our belief that having a diverse workforce make it possible to deliver an extraordinary future and to power better journeys, today and tomorrow.

We’re distinctive in our approach and if you’re up for a challenge, we’d love you to be part of it. If this sounds like a place you believe you can add value and grow your own capability, then make sure you read Our Why , it’s our founding document and provides further insights in what it means to part of the Z whānau. If Z feels like a good match for your head and your heart, come join us for one heck of a journey!

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Please include a cover letter in your application, telling us why you’re a great fit for Z.

Applications close:  Thursday 23 May 2024

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.

To be considered for this position you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.