Wellington CEO & General Management Job Listings

Trademe

Operations Manager

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to play a pivotal role in the smooth running of our client’s organisation. This position blends HR leadership, financial management, governance support, and policy oversight, making it an exciting opportunity for a well-rounded professional who thrives in a dynamic environment. Please note this is a temporary position. In this role, you will: - Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including budgets and forecasts, and lead the annual budget-setting process - Manage a team of 4–5 staff, including recruitment, onboarding, and supporting change processes - Ensure organisational consistency by maintaining and overseeing Board and management policies - Provide governance support by coordinating Board meetings, preparing papers, and taking minutes - Work closely with the Director to deliver on strategic initiatives What we’re looking for: - Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams - Solid background in financial management and operational planning - Excellent organisational and communication skills - Proven ability to support governance functions and senior leadership - A collaborative, proactive approach with the ability to balance detail and strategy This role is a chance to make a real impact in a values-driven organisation while working closely with the Director and Board. This is a short term opportunity to join a close knit team and aliviate some pressure. Please note the start date is immediate and you must be already based in Wellington with full working rights.

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Trademe

General Manager

Orpheus Choir Wellington is New Zealand’s largest symphonic choir, with around 170 singers and a reputation for bold, high-impact performances. We regularly present major choral works in partnership with professional orchestras, and were recently recognised as a finalist in the 2024 Wellington Gold Awards. We are looking for an ambitious General Manager to help shape the next chapter of the choir’s development. This is a varied role that would suit someone with strong marketing instincts, a talent for making things happen, and the confidence to work across communications, funding, and operations. You will work closely with the Music Director, Board, and volunteer committees to support concert delivery, keep day-to-day operations running smoothly, and help drive the choir’s strategic goals. Experience using collaborative task management tools (e.g. ClickUp, Monday.com, Trello, or similar) to coordinate volunteer teams or project workflows is a bonus. We are looking for someone who communicates clearly, takes initiative, and brings structure and follow-through to a busy creative environment. You should be comfortable using digital tools, shared documents, cloud storage and social media as part of your daily work. This role is approximately 32 hours per week (to be negotiated). Key responsibilities include: • Marketing and communications • Developing and supporting funding strategies (grants, sponsorship, philanthropy) • Supporting the delivery of events • Managing budgets, reporting, and administration • Supporting the Music Director, Board and committees • Maintaining governance, compliance and key organisational records • Helping to realise the choir’s strategic ambitions Please email your application, including a CV and covering letter, to the Orpheus Choir Board Chair, Debbie Gee, at orpheuschair@gmail.com. Applications close on Friday 22 August 2025.

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Contract Manager Shared Services63612268608899112

Trademe

Contract Manager Shared Services

Mo te Pakihi | About the Organisation: Mana Motuhake ki te kāinga - Matatū, Mataora, Matatini ki te ao. Te Matatini showcases Kapa Haka excellence in Aotearoa and throughout the world; organising a significant cultural festival which is the pinnacle event for Māori performing arts. With the shift in understanding and recognition of how Kapa Haka contributes to the wellbeing of our diverse communities in Aotearoa, Te Matatini has identified its place as a leader to support the growth and potential of Māori. Our vision for a Rohe Kapa Haka model is ‘rohe-led, Te Matatini-supported’. Through this approach, we are supporting and enabling rohe to develop their Kapa Haka activities and make decisions that work for them and align with the strategic objectives of Te Matatini.  Mō te tūranga | About the Role: The Contract Manager Shared Services is required to manage the operational arm of Te Matatini Society Incorporated. Reporting to the Chief Executive, this role has third tier levels of delegation and responsibility. The role of Contract Manager Shared Services includes: * Establish the Shared Services operation in the Office of the Chief Executive * Develop, deliver and implement an operational work plan in line with key result areas * Collaborate, co-design and manage shared services between Te Matatini Society Incorporated and Te Matatini Enterprises * Be a strong role model and instil a high performing culture through effective management * Grow and maintain effective and positive relationships with key stakeholders * Ensure financial forecast is aligned with the operational plan against identified and agreed key milestones * Contribute fully as a supporting member of the management team * Plan and manage the delivery of the work programme milestones Mōu | About You: As an experienced manager, you will effectively manage the performance of all contractors reporting to this role and hold overall responsibility for the delivery of support services in Finance, Information Technology, Communications and Policy. Strong communication and reporting skills will help you effectively communicate to a varying range of stakeholders as will your excellent presentation ability. You will be comfortable operating in a tikanga/kaupapa Māori environment and have some familiarity of Te Ao Māori along with a respect for Māori cultural values and customs. Me tono mai ināianei | Apply Now! To learn more about this opportunity or to request a copy of the position description, please contact us in confidence at admin@tematatini.co.nz Applications close at 17:00hrs, Tuesday 19 August 2025 and should be sent to admin@tematatini.co.nz Interviews for this role are likely to be held during the week of 25 to 29 August 2025. To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand with a valid visa.

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Trademe

Branch Manager

We are hiring! Salary expectation is somewhere between $70K and $90K (includes base salary + OTE) ● Lead great team of technicians ● We care about our customers and work hard to keep them happy ● We love cleaning buildings and creating oddly satisfying before and after content ● Enjoy the perks: Company vehicle, laptop & mobile phone About PRO Waterblasting We have 12 branches across New Zealand and we're growing rapidly, providing exterior cleaning for our residential, commercial and industrial clients. We have a fantastic opportunity for a driven individual to join the PRO team and take charge of the operational and financial success of our thriving branch in wellington no day is ever the same, Your Key Responsibilities will include: This varied role involves leading and managing the Wellington Branch operations, customer services and business development. ● Day to day operations: scheduling, equipment management and compliance ● Customer support: taking enquiries, generating quotes, sending invoices, ● Relationships: with the team, customers and stakeholders ● Business development: seeking out new opportunities to grow the branch ● Leading the team ● Managing budgets and incoming/outgoing finances About You Whether you have come from a similar role or are ready to step up in your career - if you can prove you are the person we need, we will provide the training! You will be self motivated, results driven and love keeping busy. You will be comfortable working autonomously as your team is usually on the road. You will be energetic and love getting out and about to check on the team on site, and regularly visiting existing and prospective clients. What you will bring to this role: ● Experience leading teams in some capacity is desirable ● Knowledge around service delivery, operations and scheduling will be highly regarded ● An understanding of managing business finance ● Tech Savvy ● A skillful and confident communicator with all kinds of people ● Effective organization and time management strategies ● Comfortable monitoring & reporting on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) ● Experience in a similar industry will be an advantage, but we are open to candidates with strong transferable skills Why work with the PRO team? Our team boasts a friendly and collaborative culture where you will become part of our network of Branch Managers and Franchise Owners who meet regularly and support each other. This is an exciting opportunity for you to grow your career with a National Brand.

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Local Service Manager | Ambius63499890579073114

Workable

Local Service Manager | Ambius

Join our dedicated Ambius team as Local Service Manager! We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced team leader to oversee our plantscape technicians across Lower North Island, including Palmerston North, Napier and New Plymouth. In this role, you will oversee daily operations, ensure exceptional service delivery, and maintain high standards of quality and efficiency in all aspects of plantscape design, installation, and maintenance. As a hands-on manager, you will be involved in both leadership and operational tasks, directly working with teams to drive growth, client satisfaction, and department performance. You will also be responsible for managing budgets, team training, and ensuring the seamless operation of the department. Please note that applicants must have the right to live and work permanently or long-term in New Zealand. Benefits: Southern Cross health insurance coverage for you and your family. Company vehicle, fuel card and mobile phone for work purposes. Comprehensive training in our products, services and safety practices. Access to our employee reward program and career progression. Ample on-site car parking. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the local service team to deliver exceptional services to clients. Execute service and installation tasks as needed, and perform hands-on work. Ensure adherence to health and safety standards across all operations and locations. Develop and implement service strategies that enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Monitor and analyze service performance metrics to drive continuous improvement. Maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as the primary point of contact for all service-related inquiries. Conduct regular training and development sessions for team members to uphold high service standards. Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery and resource allocation. Implement the regional annual operational plan. Conduct quality audits of specified client premises and ensure service standards are met. Oversee the maintenance of company vehicles, ensuring they are safe, reliable, and clean. Proactively resolve customer issues and ensure their satisfaction. Requirements: Plant knowledge is preferrable. Proven experience in a management role, preferably within facilities services or a related industry Experienced in implementing worksite safety initiatives, dispute resolution, and regular reporting to higher management. Strong communication skills and commercial experience. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Ability to lead by example and set a high standard of customer service. Comfortable engaging directly with the service team and clients. Strong organizational and time management skills to balance leadership and operational duties. Excellent conflict resolution skills with a high level of empathy. Full New Zealand driver’s license with a clean driving record. Clean criminal record. Successful candidates must complete a pre-employment assessment, including medical, reference, and criminal background checks, meeting Rentokil Initial's satisfactory criteria. About us: Rentokil Initial operates in New Zealand under the brands Rentokil, Initial and Ambius. As an international business services company, we employ over 57,000 employees in over 80 countries, bursting with passion and pride to make a positive difference for our customers and communities. We hold strong to our values of Service, Relationships and Teamwork. What truly sets us apart is our people. We are a friendly and supportive team, driven by a passion to help protect people, enhance lives and preserve our planet, every day.

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Field Service Manager - Crown Wellington63499888856961115

Workable

Field Service Manager - Crown Wellington

About us Crown Equipment is proud of its 45+ years in serving New Zealand’s businesses and communities as a material handling equipment company. Crown has a widely distributed sales and service branch network located across the North and South Island locations. Our global company brand is well-known and respected in the marketplace and is supported by a customer value proposition based on highly skilled staff, quality products, strong service and parts back-up and leading-edge technology. About the role We have an exciting role, where you’ll join a stable business and enjoy the variety and opportunities of working within a close-knit, supportive team as part of a large organisation. This is a diverse leadership role which will see you joining the Lower North Island service team reporting to the Regional Service Manager. You’ll specifically be supporting an experienced team of service technicians, across the wider Wellington region. You’ll be responsible for assisting in the achievement of the annual Wellington financial and operational service targets, PMP completion and proactively engaging with our customers to ensure that we are exceeding their expectations across quality of service, response times and product performance. As a Field Service Manager, you’ll be required to proactively manage the productivity and resourcing of the team in your remit across the Wellington region, carry out technician engagement and tech connect, ensuring that they work together with our customers and support them to keep their businesses on the go! You will also work closely with the Sales team to ensure that we are focused on customer retention and satisfaction across the region. You’ll have the chance to learn our products, and this will give you the opportunity to progress in the business and the organisation. Crown product knowledge would be a real bonus, but we have heaps of great training materials, if you’re a willing learner! This is a permanent, full time role, working Mondays to Fridays. Requirements About you Ideally, we’re looking for candidates with Material Handling Equipment experience or Auto Electrical, Diesel Mechanic or Mechanical experience or trade qualification (or similar overseas qualification). Preference will be given to suitable local candidates. To really shine in this role, you'll bring your customer-centric and solutions-focused attitude, as you support our valued customers with service they can trust. You'll work in a collaborative team environment, so being a team player and being prepared to support the team is essential. Being IT savvy and an agile learner will stand you in good stead. The ability to build rapport and relationships should be one of your strengths as is your attention to detail and you’ll be IT savvy too. There will be manual handling required and so you’ll also need to be physically fit. Benefits What we offer · Market-related salary ($100-115K per year) + vehicle · Exciting learning environment with genuine career progression opportunities and career pathways · A strong and supportive team environment · Chance to work for a trusted supplier in the forklift industry! The career opportunities are exciting! Crown offers genuine career paths and development and career progression, with people in our business staying for up to 25 years and enjoying a varied career. For those coming into the business at an entry-level, we’re able to offer opportunities to start a career in Trade and/or Sales and more. Come join the NZ lift truck market leader, "as there is nothing like a Crown for picking it up and putting it down" http://www.crown.com

Wellington, New Zealand

NZ$100,000-115,000/year

License Owner, Wellington63499888248707116

Workable

License Owner, Wellington

Turn Passion into Business. Bring Stranger Soccer to Wellington. What if you could take something you love—football—and turn it into a sustainable, growing business? At Stranger Soccer, that’s exactly what we’ve made possible. We’re expanding our unique football experience platform to new cities—and we’re looking for a local leader in Wellington to take the reins. Someone who understands football culture, thrives on building something meaningful, and is ready to operate their own venture with the support of a proven global brand. Imagine this: Players in your city scroll through dozens of weekly football games on an app. They book in seconds. They show up. They play. They are ensured of a consistent high quality game experience because you are making sure of it. You’re behind it—operating a full football ecosystem for your community. How It Works: Stranger Soccer has redefined how people play the world's most loved sport. Through our tech platform, we make casual football as easy to access as a gym session. With thousands of users in Singapore and expanding, our model is built for scale—and we’re ready to bring it to Wellington. Who We’re Looking For: A football enthusiast with strong local insight A strategic thinker with leadership and business experience An entrepreneurial mind ready to operate independently with strong central support Someone who wants more than a job—they want ownership and impact You’ll manage everything from operations to marketing to team hiring. But you won’t do it alone—our HQ team provides the tools, playbook, and platform to help you succeed. This is an opportunity to own and operate a business—not employment. You’ll own and grow the brand in your city, backed by global expertise. Curious? Visit www.strangersoccer.com → Click “Bring Stranger Soccer to Your City” to explore the opportunity and express your interest. Let’s change how the world plays football—one city at a time.

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Workable

D365 Regional Manager

Join our impressive Dynamics 365 team at Theta, one of New Zealand’s largest and most experienced, and play a key role in enabling our customers to achieve their fullest potential. Dive into a career where our greatest strength—our skilled consultants—champion your professional growth and facilitate customer success. About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi Take the helm as a D365 Regional Manager spearheading regional operations and strategies for the D365 practice at Theta in Wellington. This pivotal role blends strategic vision, dynamic leadership, and technical prowess as you oversee the delivery of high quality D365 solutions throughout the lower North and South Islands. Serving as a Principal Consultant, you’ll easily leverage your expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and your knowledge of D365 Customer Engagement (ideally) to drive business growth and customer success. Cultivate a thriving, high-performance culture and inspire an environment of continuous improvement and innovation as you support, guide and mentor your team across the regions. As a D365 Regional Manager, you'll envision the future of the D365 practice, executing plans, enhancing market presence and leading project teams. Your role involves cross-practice sales and collaboration, working with the sales team to pursue new business opportunities and developing customer solutions. Your financial acumen, business analysis, and relationship-building skills will support both customer and internal stakeholders, keeping the practice at the cutting edge of Microsoft Dynamics advancements, ultimately guiding success for our team and customers. Skills and Experience | Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako Over 10 years of professional experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and ideally, knowledge of Customer Engagement. Proficiency in Business Central technologies, Azure, and Power Platform. Demonstrated experience in leading teams within consultancy/professional services and achieving measurable results. Effective negotiation skills to influence outcomes and reach mutually beneficial agreements. Strong business analyst skills with strategic thinking and experience in developing business cases and strategies. Customer focused with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills across diverse stakeholder groups. About us | Mō mātou We have 30 years of experience as a New Zealand-owned technology consultancy. We take pride in our multicultural and diverse team of 300+ skilled professionals. Our offices are in Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, and Christchurch. Working with customers in both the public and private sectors, we strive to deliver innovative solutions and enable smarter outcomes. Our company attracts some of the brightest minds in the industry, as we foster a culture of excellence and continuous learning. Our values are: Our people are our greatest asset. We conduct business ethically. Invention, imagination and creativity are the foundation for growth. We work with positive energy, enjoyment, humour and work/life balance. Excellence is our passion and we deliver what we promise – or more! We strive to take a pragmatic approach to all of our activities We value and appreciate our natural environment and seek to play our part to maintain it Benefits of working at Theta | Ngā hua ka puta i te mahi ki Theta We embrace gender equality and are committed to providing a supportive, diverse and inclusive work environment. Theta is committed to giving back to the community and are avid supporters of Cure Kids. We compete in various adventure races and do many other things to raise money for Cure Kids. And we make time for the fun things in life! We currently provide the following benefits to ensure your professional development and personal wellbeing: Professional growth and learning opportunities A competitive salary (commensurate with experience) Hybrid working model (2 days in the office minimum) Fully subsidised medical insurance for employees Heavily discounted medical insurance for immediate family of employees Enhanced parental leave payment – salary top-ups plus return-to-work incentive Volunteer days Internal Referral Incentive Staff Assistance Programme Annual Flu injections Sick leave from your first day on board Remote working options where practical and mutually agreed Daily fresh fruit basket, coffee machine, wide selection of teas and biscuits in all of our offices. We are also an accredited employer with INZ Please note: Potential employees will be required to consent to a Ministry of Justice and a Credit check Apply now | Tono ināianei

Wellington, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary