Description
Summary:
Seeking a passionate and motivated Service Manager to lead a high-performing team, making a genuine difference in the lives of tangata whaiora through collaboration and relationship building.
Highlights:
1. Lead a dedicated and skilled team with strong support
2. Strengthen outcomes for tangata whaiora through collaboration
3. Focus on high-quality, person-centred support
**He kōrero mō mātou | About Us**
Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a national provider of mental health, addiction, disability, offender rehabilitation, wellbeing and housing services. We believe that everyone is capable of living full and rich lives in their communities of choice. In every aspect of our work we are committed to helping whānau be the best they can be.
**He kōrero mō te tūranga | The Role**
We’re still on the lookout for the right person to join our team, and this could be you! We are seeking a passionate, motivated Service Manager to lead our high‑performing team based in central Tauranga.
This is a meaningful opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of tangata whaiora, leading a dedicated and skilled team with strong support around you every step of the way.
Collaboration and relationship building are at the heart of this role. You’ll work closely with both internal teams and external partners to strengthen outcomes for tangata whaiora and ensure high‑quality, person‑centred support.
This is a permanent, full‑time position (Monday–Friday). There are occasional on‑call responsibilities, which are well supported.
Salary: $82,550.59 –$93,074.43 per annum (based on qualifications and experience) + Kiwisaver + a range of great fringe benefits, including additional leave allowance.
**He kōrero mōu | About You**
- A relevant tertiary qualification (Level 7 or higher)—this could be in management, social services, psychology, nursing, or a related field.
- Proven leadership and management experience, where you’ve supported, motivated, and developed others.
- 2 + years experience in the mental health or social services sector, ideally supporting people with high and complex needs.Your insight, compassion, and resilience will be key to supporting great outcomes.
- Strong cultural competency and a genuine commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- A full New Zealand driver’s licence and permanent work rights in Aotearoa.
- Current First Aid certification (including CPR), or be willing to complete this with our support.
**Ngā Hua | What We Offer**
- Generous wellbeing support – including three days of paid wellbeing leave each year, plus access to counselling, mental health workshops, budgeting advice, and more.
- Investing in your growth – 5–10 days of paid study leave annually so you can continue developing your skills and advancing your career.
- Great discounts and perks – enjoy exclusive savings with trusted brands like Big Save Furniture, Harvey Norman, PB Tech, local gyms, car rentals, and more.
- Tools to do your best mahi – including a pool vehicle, work phone, and laptop.
- Cultural leave entitlements – supporting you to show up fully as yourself and honour the things that matter to you and your whānau.
**This position will be advertised until filled.**