Company Description
Z has a clear purpose: Powering better journeys, today and tomorrow. As one of New Zealand’s largest transport energy companies, we have a commitment to delivering safe, secure, and reliable transport energy – with the opportunity to deliver new journeys, with new energy solutions in a changing world.
We are proud to be the Kiwi contingent in the Ampol Group, an independent Trans-Tasman energy company, with trading offices across the globe, which are united behind our shared purpose. While many of the challenges and opportunities we face go beyond national boundaries, together we have the scale, influence, and capability to deliver for our customers, communities, and our people.
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 ensures we have what we need, where we need it. Our terminals are an important part of this network.
These roles don’t come up often but due to an internal move we are pleased to provide an opportunity to manage our Mt Maunganui North and South Terminals. As our Kaitaki Paheko Tumu Herenga Waka ki Maunganui Mt Maunganui Combined Terminal Manager, you’ll guide work at the terminal including leading a team and supervising terminal staff and contractors. This role has a range of responsibilities including planning, coordinating and overseeing all terminal operations, engineering, maintenance and ensuring compliance with Safety & Wellbeing as well as cost control and financial performance.
It is a requirement of this role to work overtime and be on call to respond to breakdowns of plant and equipment and emergencies when required.
You will have the opportunity to
- Lead two teams, providing people related support, coaching and mentoring
- Work in close-knit teams at the Terminals overseeing tasks such as: receipting products, , tank gauging, truck loading/unloading, product sampling & testing, product transfers, compliance checks and forklift operations etc.
- Ensure we deliver terminal KPIs, meet financial performance targets and cost management controls so we run a safe and efficient terminal operation
- Deliver the Terminal Maintenance plan and day-to-day management of Terminal maintenance service providers. This includes checking work carried out by third parties and carrying out driver and contractor inductions.
- Lead Safety and Wellbeing policies, standards and procedures to ensure the Terminal is run in a safe and reliable way
- Work with the Z Engineering team to make sure projects are delivered safely to time and on budget
Qualifications
What you’ll bring to Z
- Knowledge of terminal operations and the ability to work in a hands on and practical way
- High level of communication and interpersonal skills to ensure positive relationships with key customers and stakeholders
- The ability to lead, mentor and coach team members to improve performance and maintain standards
- Flexibility to work outside in all weather conditions and a range of hours
- Experience and the knowledge of managing a hazardous environment with a commitment to safety
- The ability to embrace change and bring your team on the journey
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 sick leave, parental leave benefits and the option to buy additional leave
- Access to Z’s Benefits & Recognition platform providing you access to retail discounts and cashbacks at over 150+ retailers in Aotearoa New Zealand that assist with everyday living expenses
- 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 $129,800 to $152,650 per annum, plus 15% STI based on company performance, a 5% KiwiSaver employer contribution, health insurance through Southern Cross and overtime rates for working outside of normal hours is also included. A car is included with this role.
Why Z?
Z has always been a proud Kiwi company. We’re aspirational for our future, confident of our role in Aotearoa New Zealand’s success and deeply loyal to our customers, communities and people.
At Z we focus on achieving extraordinary outcomes by setting the appropriate context, rather than by telling our people what to do. By doing this, high performing and talented people deliver better results and are more personally fulfilled.
We care deeply for our people while pushing them to achieve their best as individuals and collectively as an organisation. 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 for our people to truly be themselves and deliver on our aspirations for Z.
We’re distinctive in our approach and if you’re up for a challenge, we’d love you to be part of it. If Z sounds like a place you believe you can add value and grow your own capability, then make sure you read Our Why. This is 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!
Whakauru | Apply
Please include a cover letter in your application, telling us why you’re a great fit for Z.
Applications close: Friday 25th July 2025
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.
