General Manager - South Island Operations

About the Company Qube Ports NZ is a nationwide service provider specializing in a comprehensive range of cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing services, and IT solutions. Our commitment to excellence empowers New Zealand exporters to compete effectively in global markets. About the Role Position: General Manager – South Island Stevedoring/Marshalling Operations In this senior leadership role, you will combine strategic oversight with hands-on leadership across multiple port locations in the South Island. You will support four Port Operations Managers based in Christchurch, Timaru, Dunedin, and Bluff. Your key responsibilities will include ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective service delivery while fostering strong relationships with customers, port authorities, and internal teams. You will also drive business growth. As a member of the executive leadership team, you will play a vital role in shaping Qube’s national operations strategy. Your focus will be on driving continuous improvement across the South Island and ensuring alignment with North Island operations through collaboration with the General Manager for Stevedoring and Marshalling in the North Island. Location: South Island, New Zealand (specific location to be determined) Status: Permanent full-time salaried position Key Responsibilities - Support Port Operations Managers in overseeing stevedoring and log marshalling services across our South Island sites. - Drive operational excellence, safety, and compliance at all locations. - Develop and implement strategic plans that align with company goals. - Build and maintain strong relationships with port authorities, customers, and internal stakeholders. - Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, and performance management. - Ensure cost-effective service delivery and promote continuous improvement. - Collaborate with other executive leaders to shape business strategy. - Represent Qube Ports NZ at industry forums and regional engagements. Requirements To be successful in this role, you will need extensive experience in port logistics, stevedoring, and/or log marshalling operations. Strong leadership and people management skills are essential, along with commercial acumen and a proven track record of delivering results. Effective communication across all business levels is crucial, and you should be prepared to travel weekly across South Island port locations. Benefits We offer a competitive remuneration package, full private use of a company vehicle, and comprehensive health insurance. This is an opportunity to take on a leadership role within a dynamic and growing logistics business, allowing you to shape regional operations and contribute to our national business strategy. Why QUBE? At Qube, we recognize the importance of an inclusive and diverse work environment. We take pride in the diversity of our team and encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ages, and backgrounds. Our recruitment decisions are based on the inherent needs and requirements of each role, and we select candidates based on their unique strengths and characteristics. Please note that candidates must pass a pre-employment medical and drug test and be eligible to work in New Zealand. Additionally, you will need to pass a pre-employment ACC and MOJ Criminal History Check. Applications will close on 26th September. We will be reviewing candidates as they come in, so we encourage you to submit your application promptly.