Business operations jobs in New Zealand.

Advising on AI risk · Translating policies · Coordinating risk matters

Strong stakeholder management, ability to translate complex policies into practical guidance, experience in risk, governance, controls, technology or regulated environment, and curiosity about AI.

Managing facilities services · Overseeing commercial operations · Leading FM team

5+ yrs5+ years facilities management experience; strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities; after-hours support may be required.

Providing strategic advice · Overseeing workforce planning · Supporting governance practices

Significant senior leadership experience in large complex organizations; strategic planning, governance, financial, and stakeholder management skills; full Class 1 driver's licence; must meet NZDF security clearance citizenship and residency criteria.

Managing asset plans · Improving data reporting · Leading investment forecasts

7+ yrsRelevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience; 7+ years in asset management or infrastructure planning; experience developing Asset Management Plans and working with asset data across multiple systems; strong stakeholder relationship skills.

Leading negotiations · Developing strategies · Providing advice

Tertiary qualification in veterinary science, food safety, biosecurity, agriculture, international trade, public policy, economics, law or related; extensive market access/trade experience; NZ citizenship or residence-class visa; 5-year verifiable background for CONFIDENTIAL clearance.

Providing strategic leadership · Monitoring financial performance · Overseeing CEO

Passion for working collaboratively with CEO and management; deep knowledge and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and te ao Māori; ability to provide culturally safe oversight; volunteer capacity; 3-year term.

Providing strategic leadership · Monitoring financial performance · Overseeing CEO

Proven experience leading a Board of Directors; strong knowledge of corporate governance, financial oversight, and risk management; ability to interpret financial reports and ensure legal compliance.

Managing facility operations · Overseeing maintenance · Managing vendor contracts

4+ yrsCollege degree or above with 4+ years related experience; supervisory experience preferred; facility management certification preferred; intermediate Microsoft Office skills; working knowledge of MEP, contracts, and EHS regulations.

Leading team · Overseeing operations · Managing budgets

Relevant logistics, business, or engineering degree or equivalent experience; experience managing mid to large teams; HR and performance improvement experience; commercial acumen; strong leadership and communication; must be in New Zealand with valid work visa or residency.

Producing sales reports · Maintaining CRM data · Supporting forecasting

Advanced Excel and PowerBI skills; CRM experience ideally Salesforce; ability to interpret data and provide insights; strong attention to detail; stakeholder management; continuous improvement mindset; eligibility to work in NZ.

Leading transformation engagements · Developing technology strategies · Building client relationships

8+ yrs8+ years in technology strategy and architecture, consulting experience with government/public sector, utilities or banking clients, business case development, enterprise and solution architecture, cloud experience or certifications, commercial mindset, executive communication skills.

Developing technology strategies · Leading transformation engagements · Building client relationships

8+ yrs8+ years in technology strategy and architecture, consulting experience with government/public sector, utilities or banking clients, business case development, enterprise and solution architecture, cloud experience or certifications, commercial mindset, executive communication skills.

Leading policy projects · Mentoring colleagues · Delivering policy advice

Pacific heritage and deep understanding of Pacific worldviews; tertiary qualification in health or relevant field or equivalent experience; strong policy and government process knowledge; excellent communication and critical thinking; advanced relationship management; permanent NZ working rights.

Leading transformation programmes · Advising executive stakeholders · Driving business development

8+ yrsRelevant qualification in Design, Psychology, Business, Human-Centred Design or related discipline; 8+ years experience in service design, customer experience, business transformation or consulting; proven leadership and executive-level facilitation skills.

Processing market transactions · Supporting customer queries · Managing workflows

Experience in administration, customer service, or similar role; strong communication, attention to detail, time management, and collaborative skills; energy market knowledge preferred but not required.

Providing data-driven insights · Managing projects · Supporting strategic initiatives

3+ yrsExperience in portfolio management, business analysis, project delivery, analytics, insurance, or similar; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proven project management; excellent stakeholder management; tertiary qualification in Mathematics, Science, Commerce, Technology, or related discipline, or 3-5+ years experience in insurance, analytics, project delivery, business improvement, consulting, or related field.

Securing housing · Negotiating leases · Building relationships

3+ yrs3+ years property sector experience including property management/development; knowledge of Property Law Act, Residential Tenancies Act, Healthy Homes regulations; strong communication and data entry skills; full clean driver licence; willingness to travel across New Zealand.

Delivering transformation projects · Analyzing business challenges · Building client relationships

3+ yrs3-5 years experience in consulting, procurement, supply chain, operations, or commercial; strong problem-solving and analytical skills; communication and stakeholder management; adaptability and curiosity about technology and data.

Leading field operations · Managing dispersed workforce · Driving commercial performance

Experience leading operations in field services or complex environment; managing dispersed workforce; commercial discipline; contractor management; health, safety and environmental leadership; stakeholder engagement.

Leading teams · Managing operations · Supporting patients

Leadership experience in practice, office, team, or business management; strong organisation, communication, administration, computer, multitasking, coaching, and relationship-building skills. Valid New Zealand work rights required.

Supporting executive leadership · Coordinating projects · Preparing reports

5+ yrs5+ years supporting a CEO or senior leadership team; proven project coordination; advanced Microsoft Office 365 and AI tools; relevant tertiary qualification; legal right to work in New Zealand.

Leading Workday finance streams · Translating business objectives · Building capability

Experience leading end-to-end Workday Finance streams, deep expertise in Workday Financial Management, strong client and delivery leadership, relevant Workday certifications preferred.

Designing architectures · Leading teams · Advising executives

Requires tier-one consulting experience, enterprise architecture leadership, TOGAF familiarity, technology strategy breadth, executive presentations, people coaching, business development, and strong client delivery.

Leading operations · Managing teams · Driving performance

Proven leadership managing large teams through leaders, strong commercial acumen with P&L accountability, ability to lead change, passion for developing people, operational and problem-solving skills, commitment to customer excellence and safety.

Managing operations · Coaching managers · Managing logistics

4+ yrsMinimum 4 years of senior experience in 5-star luxury hotels or boutique lodges, with hospitality, financial management, team leadership, communication, coaching, and administrative management skills.

Assessing finance functions · Providing insights · Delivering improvements

Solid track record in digital finance and process optimization, finance operating model transformation, proficiency in SAP Analytics Cloud or other EPM solutions, and experience with ERP/technology programmes.

Leading projects · Analysing processes · Facilitating workshops

Extensive process modelling and framework experience, strategic problem-solving, change and stakeholder management, project delivery, and practical confidence with AI, automation, and digital tools.

Chairing meetings · Advocating with government · Managing budgets

Proven experience chairing or leading collaborative groups, advocacy with government agencies, budget and financial reporting management, strong communication and stakeholder skills, IT proficiency, and independence.

Testing operations

No specific requirements stated.

Monitoring processes · Coordinating projects · Managing compliance

Experience in operations, business analysis, or process-driven programs; stakeholder engagement, data analysis, project coordination, technology collaboration, and regulated-environment experience required.