Operational Excellence Manager Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Production Improvement Manager

This is a Full time job

We're looking for a driven and experienced Production Improvement Manager (PIM) to lead operational excellence across our Lamb Processing Plant

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Branch Manager - North Harbour

at New Zealand Couriers

This is a Full time job

Rosedale, Auckland

Lead day-to-day operational performance
Drive safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement
Development opportunities as part of the Freightways Group

Lead day-to-day operational performance
Drive safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement
Development opportunities as part of the Freightways Group

Lead branch operations, coach and manage a team, and ensure outstanding service

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Listed one day ago

Production Improvement Manager

at Integrated Foods Ltd

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

We're looking for a driven and experienced Production Improvement Manager (PIM) to lead operational excellence across our Lamb Processing Plant

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed ten days ago

Operational Excellence Lead

at ASB Bank Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Auckland location
Competitive Salary Package + Benefits
High‑impact leadership role

Auckland location
Competitive Salary Package + Benefits
High‑impact leadership role

Lead operational excellence across ASB’s Data & Analytics platforms, improving reliability, resilience and observability so teams and customers stay.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Operations Manager

at Ventia

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lots of company benefits

Drive safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Location – Mount Wellington, Auckland

Drive safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Location – Mount Wellington, Auckland

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager to join an established organisation where you can implement process and drive change

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Operations Manager

at Kiwifruit Processing Company (2021) Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Te Puna, Bay of Plenty

$105,000 – $110,000 per year

Be part of a business building value from New Zealand’s primary sector
Play a key role in scaling a high-growth processing business
Own end-to-end operations with direct impact on profit and performance

Be part of a business building value from New Zealand’s primary sector
Play a key role in scaling a high-growth processing business
Own end-to-end operations with direct impact on profit and performance

Lead end-to-end operations in a growing kiwifruit processing business, driving performance, quality, and future expansion.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

24d ago

Listed four days ago

Production Team Leader

at Hilton Foods New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Work for an International Company & grow with World Class Industry Leaders
Opportunity to grow your own career
Inclusive, team-first company!

Work for an International Company & grow with World Class Industry Leaders
Opportunity to grow your own career
Inclusive, team-first company!

Ready to step up and lead in a world-class food production environment?

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Branch Manager - North Harbour

at New Zealand Couriers

This is a Full time job

Rosedale, Auckland

Lead day-to-day operational performance
Drive safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement
Development opportunities as part of the Freightways Group

Lead day-to-day operational performance
Drive safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement
Development opportunities as part of the Freightways Group

Lead branch operations, coach and manage a team, and ensure outstanding service

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Regional Operations Manager, South Island

at BioGiene

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$110,000 per year

Lead South Island operations for eco-friendly innovator. Strategic role with career growth, flexible work, and competitive benefits.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

15d ago

Listed four days ago

Operations Manager

at Robert Walters

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

+ Mobile & Plan

Full phone + plan provided
High-impact role with real influence
Autonomy without people management

Full phone + plan provided
High-impact role with real influence
Autonomy without people management

leading not-for-profit regional agency with a newly created role overseeing daily operations and supporting strategic goals.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed eight days ago

National Customer Service Manager

at PGG Wrightson Seeds

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

$120,000 – $140,000 per year

Comprehensive benefits package and salary commensurate with experience
Global Reach: Collaborate across Oceania and the wider DLF Network
Own and develop the customer services function

Comprehensive benefits package and salary commensurate with experience
Global Reach: Collaborate across Oceania and the wider DLF Network
Own and develop the customer services function

Lead the customer service team, driving excellence and continuous improvement while championing the voice of the customer across the business

subClassification: Management & SupportManagement & Support

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

8d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Operations Manager

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Dairy Flat, Auckland

Convenient Dairy Flat location, away from city traffic
Competitive package including an attractive salary and company car
Lead and develop teams to build a safe, high‑performing culture

Convenient Dairy Flat location, away from city traffic
Competitive package including an attractive salary and company car
Lead and develop teams to build a safe, high‑performing culture

Join WM as the Operations Manager at Redvale Landfill, leading people and daily operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant site performance.”

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

23d ago

Listed two days ago

Production Manager

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Manufacture delicious food - based in Tauranga!
Drive performance across 9 lines producing 65,000+ products weekly
Lead and develop 50+ staff in a structured, systems-driven environment

Manufacture delicious food - based in Tauranga!
Drive performance across 9 lines producing 65,000+ products weekly
Lead and develop 50+ staff in a structured, systems-driven environment

Lead a high-performing production team in a fast-paced, structured food environment

Recruited byBelinda McKenzie

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Operations Manager

at First Security

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

A collaborative team culture that values innovation and impact.
Plenty of opportunities for career development and future growth!
Not your standard desk job, this is a people focused role

A collaborative team culture that values innovation and impact.
Plenty of opportunities for career development and future growth!
Not your standard desk job, this is a people focused role

This isn’t just an operations role; it’s a mission-critical leadership challenge at the heart of New Zealand’s justice system.

subClassification: Security ServicesSecurity Services

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

22d ago

Listed three days ago

Warehouse Manager

at 360 Logistics Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

We are looking for a new Warehouse Manager

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Distribution Centre Manager - Southern

at NZ Safety Blackwoods

This is a Full time job

Hornby, Canterbury

Be part of NZ Safety Blackwoods, a trusted and values‑driven industry leader
Drive DC excellence in fulfilment, inventory, DIFOT, cost and improvement
Accountable for safety, performance, and culture

Be part of NZ Safety Blackwoods, a trusted and values‑driven industry leader
Drive DC excellence in fulfilment, inventory, DIFOT, cost and improvement
Accountable for safety, performance, and culture

A pivotal leadership role driving safety, team performance and operational excellence through change and clear accountability.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

9d ago

Listed seven days ago

Operations Manager

at Robert Half Technology

This is a Full time job

Westgate, Auckland

$170k - $180k p.a.

Join a dynamic global business as Operations Manager and lead the next wave of operational transformation.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

7d ago

Listed five days ago

Branch Manager - Lower Hutt

at New Zealand Couriers

This is a Full time job

Petone, Wellington

Salary + car + bonus + health insurance

Lead day-to-day operational performance
Drive safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement
Development opportunities as part of the Freightways Group

Lead day-to-day operational performance
Drive safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement
Development opportunities as part of the Freightways Group

Lead our Lower Hutt branch to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality service

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

5d ago

Listed ten days ago

Head of Operations

at Tribe (New Zealand) Limited

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

A genuine leadership opportunity with a great team
South Auckland based
Collaborative and dynamic work environment

A genuine leadership opportunity with a great team
South Auckland based
Collaborative and dynamic work environment

A great opportunity to join one of the best-known manufacturing businesses in New Zealand (and beyond) …. Apply today!

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

10d ago

Listed two days ago

Warehouse Manager

at SUNCARE NUTRITION (NZ) Ltd

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Career advancement & work-life balance as Warehouse Manager in growing wellness company.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Head of Customer Cards and Payments

at Kiwibank

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

We can be flexible on Location around NZ

You could be based in any one of our main centres around New Zealand
Join our vibrant, inclusive, and supportive work culture
12 month fixed term covering an internal secondment

You could be based in any one of our main centres around New Zealand
Join our vibrant, inclusive, and supportive work culture
12 month fixed term covering an internal secondment

Senior leadership role with end-to-end accountability for customer operations across cards, payments, unsecured lending.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

8d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Sea Logistics Reefer Operational Care Manager, Cooltainer

at Kuehne + Nagel

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Competitive Benefits
Award-winning workplace culture
Collaborative & Inclusive Teams

Competitive Benefits
Award-winning workplace culture
Collaborative & Inclusive Teams

Join Kuehne+Nagel, a global leader in logistics where innovation meets impact. Your career journey starts here!

subClassification: Freight/Cargo ForwardingFreight/Cargo Forwarding

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Shore Operations Manager

at KiwiRail

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Drive excellence, stakeholder relationship focus
Member of the Interislander senior leadership team
Permanent, Wellington based

Drive excellence, stakeholder relationship focus
Member of the Interislander senior leadership team
Permanent, Wellington based

Experience leading operational teams a must!

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed nine days ago

Head of Delivery (Programme Manager)

at JOYN

This is a Full time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

Excellent salary, Kiwi Saver & benefits

Senior Leadership Role
Own and continuously improve delivery practices
Organisation designed to develop and grow people

Senior Leadership Role
Own and continuously improve delivery practices
Organisation designed to develop and grow people

Lead and continuously improve how work is prioritised, coordinated, and delivered across the organisation.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

General Manager

at Exclusive Talent Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$200k – $240k + KiwiSaver+ Vehicle + Comms

Auckland Branch (with oversight of sites in Christchurch and Palmerston North)
$200K–$240K + KiwiSaver + vehicle + bonus
Proven leadership and warehouse operations

Auckland Branch (with oversight of sites in Christchurch and Palmerston North)
$200K–$240K + KiwiSaver + vehicle + bonus
Proven leadership and warehouse operations

General Manager - New Zealand | Auckland | $200K–$240K + KiwiSaver + Vehicle + Bonus | Strategic Leadership | Warehousing & Operations

Recruited byDimpy Mehta

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

16d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Operations Manager

at salt

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$120000.00 - $140000.00 p.a.

Opportunity for Growth
Senior Leadership role
Salary to $140k + vehicle

Opportunity for Growth
Senior Leadership role
Salary to $140k + vehicle

Join this successful event and shopfitting business as an experienced operations manager. Motivate and engage the team in this leadership role.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Construction(Construction)

19d ago

Listed two days ago

Community Support Manager

at Christchurch City Mission

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Lead impactful services in a purpose-driven organisation.
Join a supportive, values-led Senior Leadership Team.
Shape community-focused services with strategic influence.

Lead impactful services in a purpose-driven organisation.
Join a supportive, values-led Senior Leadership Team.
Shape community-focused services with strategic influence.

Lead strategic and operational excellence in community services at Christchurch City Mission, impacting lives through advocacy, outreach, and support.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

2d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Area Retail Manager - NZ

at W Cosmetics

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $100,000 per year

Be part of a fast-growing, ambitious retail brand
This is a senior, hands-on leadership role
Partner with senior leadership to drive excellence and expansion across NZ

Be part of a fast-growing, ambitious retail brand
This is a senior, hands-on leadership role
Partner with senior leadership to drive excellence and expansion across NZ

If you’re a proven multi-site retail leader ready to step into a role with scope, impact, and a clear progression pathway, this could be for you!

subClassification: Management - Area/Multi-siteManagement - Area/Multi-site

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

23d ago

Listed four days ago

Operations Team Leader - Bakery

at The Arnott's Group

This is a Full time job

Avondale, Auckland

Collaborative, supportive team that wins together

Lead and inspire bakery production teams in a fast‑paced FMCG environment
Own safety, quality, delivery and productivity outcomes end‑to‑end
Drive continuous improvement, NPD trials and operational excellence on the floor

Lead and inspire bakery production teams in a fast‑paced FMCG environment
Own safety, quality, delivery and productivity outcomes end‑to‑end
Drive continuous improvement, NPD trials and operational excellence on the floor

Lead daily bakery operations, driving safety, quality and performance while building engaged, high‑performing production teams.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed one day ago