Sustainability Lead

Connecting people and communities| Driving eCommerce | Moving New Zealand

Team Global Express NZ is on a clear and evolving sustainability journey. With an established sustainability strategy and decarbonisation roadmap already in place, we’re committed to embedding sustainability into how we operate, make decisions, and deliver for our customers, people, and communities.

We’re now looking for a Sustainability Lead to take ownership of delivery and build momentum behind our ESG priorities across the business.

About the role - Mō te tūranga

Reporting to the Chief People & Sustainability Officer, this role provides end‑to‑end leadership of ESG delivery across a large, operational environment. You’ll translate strategy into practical outcomes, drive progress through influence, and ensure strong governance and reporting.

The scope is broad and complex — this is a hands‑on leadership role where judgement, prioritisation, and stakeholder influence are critical — but the impact is real and highly visible.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead delivery of ESG initiatives aligned to the established strategy, including:
  • operational optimisation (e.g. energy efficiency, fleet utilisation)
  • modal shift (rail and shipping)
  • fleet and owner driver sustainability initiatives
  • social and community programmes
• Lead ESG governance, data quality, and reporting.
• Prepare and manage ESG submissions via Pulsora, EcoVadis, and Toitū Envirocare.
• Act as the organisation’s ESG subject matter expert for leaders, customers, and owners.
• Influence senior leaders and operational teams to progress sustainability projects and initiatives.
• Communicate sustainability progress clearly through governance forums, presentations, town halls, and written updates.

This is a senior individual contributor role (no direct reports).

What will you bring? – Ōu Pūkenga?

You’re a credible ESG leader who’s comfortable taking ownership and influencing outcomes across a complex, operational environment. You enjoy turning strategy into practical, real‑world results.

Additionally, you’ll bring:

• Experience in ESG, sustainability, or corporate responsibility roles.
• Experience within transport, logistics, or a complex operational industry (highly regarded).
• Strong ESG governance and reporting capability.
• Experience with ESG platforms and frameworks such as Pulsora, EcoVadis, Toitū, or similar.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Sound judgement and the ability to prioritise for impact.

As an organisation that thrives on collaboration and creating shared clarity, please note we are onsite first but can flex when we need to.

Your Benefits - Ō Painga

We look after our people. You’ll be part of a team that celebrates success, has regular development conversations, and values great work.

Additionally, you’ll get.

• Free staff car parking.
• Enjoy the convenience of our onsite cafeteria offering freshly prepared hot meals every day—subsidised to help you eat well and stay focused. (Auckland office)
• Access to our staff welfare trust will cover 80% of your medical bills up to $1500 per year.
• Access to heavily discounted holiday homes across New Zealand.

How to apply - Me pēhea te tono

We’ve got a great team of people and are focused on the future. If you’re up for an exciting challenge and are keen to make a difference, come join us as we embark on the next chapter in our story.

Team Global Express is an Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace. Pre-employment checks will include an MOJ, Drug & Alcohol Testing, Medical Assessment and Reference Checking.

Applicants must be eligible to work in NZ effective immediately.