Kaitaki Tuarua - Tumu Herenga Waka Assistant Terminal Manager

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, 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

We have a rare opportunity to join our Ōtepoti Dunedin Terminal as a Kaitaki Tuarua – Tumu Herenga Waka Assistant Terminal Manager.

As a Kaitaki Tuarua – Tumu Herenga Waka Assistant Terminal Manager, you’ll guide work at the terminal working closely with and providing back up to the Kaitaki Tumu Herenga Waka Terminal Manager.

This role has a range of responsibilities including executing the operational activities within the terminal and liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the safe and reliable operations of the terminal.

We have a need for technical capability in our Terminal and will be looking for applicants with mechanical and maintenance experience to diagnose and conduct minor tasks and inspections.

Typical tasks might include permitting contractors, recording stock movements, conducting maintenance checks, carrying out safety and wellbeing task observations, bulk ship receipts into storage tanks, fuel sampling, and more – a truly varied and interesting role.

You will have the opportunity to

• Help supervise, coordinate and complete maintenance activities and record completed tasks in Z’s maintenance system.
  
  
• Work in a close‑knit team at the Terminal carrying out tasks such as receiving petroleum products from ships into our bulk tanks, tank gauging, product sampling & testing, product transfers, compliance checks and forklift operations.
  
  
• Learn and comply with Safety and Wellbeing policies, standards and procedures to ensure the Terminal is run in a safe and reliable way.
  
  
• Train to become certified in ‘Shore Officer’ and ‘Permit to Work’ responsibilities.
  
  
• Provide administrative support with the day‑to‑day running of the Terminal.
  
  This includes stock management, purchasing activities and ad‑hoc other administrative tasks.
  
  
• Participate and learn from regular training and assist with providing training.
  
  
• Support and deputise for the Kaitaki Tumu Herenga Waka Terminal Manager and provide relief cover for other staff.
  
  

Qualifications

• Ideally knowledge of terminal operations and the ability to work in a hands on and practical way, or other relevant experience.
  
  
• Experience in mechanical or maintenance type activities.
  
  
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills to ensure positive relationships with key customers and stakeholders.
  
  
• The ability to lead, mentor and coach team member to improve performance and maintain standards.
  
  
• Flexibility to work outside in all weather conditions and a range of hours as well as be on call when required.
  
  
• Experience and the knowledge of managing a hazardous environment with a commitment to safety.
  
  
• Capable of passing regular medicals and drug and alcohol tests.
  
  
• The ability to embrace change and bring your team on the journey.
  
  

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 discounts and cashbacks at over 150+ retailers in New Zealand.
  
  
• 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 and access to upskilling opportunities and career development.
  
  
• Two days a year to do Good in your Hood, through our volunteering scheme.
  
  

The starting salary range for this role is $73,500 to $86,450 per annum, plus 10% STI based on company and individual performance, a 5% KiwiSaver employer contribution, health insurance through Southern Cross and overtime rates for working outside of normal hours is also included.

You will have regular remuneration reviews to progress through the full salary range, up to $99,400 for this role during your time at Z.

Why Z

Z has always been a proud Kiwi company.

We’re aspirational for our future, confident of our role in 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.

We care deeply for our people while pushing them to achieve their best.

Our flexible working approach and accreditations, backed by strong company values, create an open and inclusive workplace that promotes personal development.

Seniors and Employment

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Applications close: Thursday 30th October 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.

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