Area Manager

Belron; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Empowering leadership

Wellness that works

Rewards programme

Wellbeing fund

Birthday leave

Parental leave

Volunteer day

Career development

Global opportunities

Job summary

Belron New Zealand is seeking an Area Manager for the Central North Island region to oversee Smith Smith corporate locations and mobile services. You will hire, train and lead teams, implementing Belron standards and cross-functional collaboration to achieve success.

You will drive brand awareness and profitability, manage travel across Hastings, Napier, Palmerston North, Fielding, Whanganui and New Plymouth, and ensure first‑class customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple branches with a focus on operational and commercial success.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and lead diverse teams across geographies.
• Proven track record in delivering business excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of Smith Smith corporate service locations and mobile services in the Central North Island region.
• Hire, train and develop effective teams and implement Belron standards.
• Drive brand awareness and profitability within the territory.

Skills

multi-branch management

stakeholder relationships

business excellence

customer focus

people management

travel readiness

NZ driver’s licence

right to work NZ

pre-employment test

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

About the role: Area Manager at Smith&Smith® - Central North Island Region

Reporting to the National Operations Manager, you will oversee the operations of Smith&Smith® corporate service locations and mobile services, support authorised dealers and business development opportunities in the Central North Island Region – including Hastings, Napier, Palmerston North, Fielding, Whanganui and New Plymouth. You will be hiring, training, and developing effective teams, implementing Belron® standards, and working cross-functionally to achieve success. Ultimately, the Area Manager is accountable for driving brand awareness and increasing profitability within their territory.

Location: Smith&Smith Hawke’s Bay (Napier or Palmerston North)

Hours: 40 hours per week between 07:00am – 07:00pm Monday to Friday

What we are looking for:

• Seasoned in managing multiple branches with a keen eye for operational and commercial success.
• Experienced in fostering strong relationships and managing diverse teams across geographies.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering business excellence and continuous improvement.
• Customer focused with a commitment to delivering a first-class experience, account - or sales management experience preferred.
• Strong people management, team leadership and influencing skills.
• A passion for Smith & Smith’s mission to keep Kiwis safe on the road, at home and at work.
• Ability to travel frequently.
• Aclean, full New Zealand driver’s licence.
• Unrestricted rights to work in New Zealand.
• Must be willing to complete a drug and alcohol pre-employment test as part of our selection process.

What we offer

• Empowering leadership – Work with Leaders who support, encourage, and help the growth trajectory of your region.
• Wellness that works – Enjoy a comprehensive wellness programme, including free day-to-day health cover through Southern Cross to help you stay healthy and keep costs down.
• Rewarding you – Access a fantastic rewards programme.
• $200 annual wellbeing fund – Use it for anything that supports your wellbeing, like gym memberships, health costs, sports gear, self-development classes, or even a relaxing spa day.
• Birthday leave – A paid day off on your birthday.
• Support for new parents – Receive 10 days of paid leave to attend appointments or spend quality time bonding with your new family.
• Give back to your community – Take a paid day each year to volunteer and make a difference in your local area.
• Career development – We’re committed to helping you grow, with ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Global opportunities – As part of the Belron® group, you’ll have access to career pathways not just across New Zealand, but around the world.

About us – Belron New Zealand (Smith&Smith®, Laser® and Exceed)

Belron® is the world's leading vehicle glass repair and replacement group, operating in 40 countries across 6 continents, and home to 26000 employees.

Our New Zealand operations consist of three well-respected brands in the market being Smith&Smith®, Laser® and Exceed. Smith&Smith® is New Zealand’s leading Automotive Vehicle Glass Repair and Replacement specialist; Laser is New Zealand’s leading Plumbing and Electrical brand and Exceed is a leader in repairing door and window hardware.

At Belron NZ, you will be joining a whānau where diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of who we are. We believe in recognising and rewarding the contributions of our team members, offering competitive pay rates, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing opportunities for development. We also take our role in society seriously and are proud to have been awarded Gold 2026 EcoVadis Sustainability Rating. – putting us in the top 5% of global companies rated by EcoVadis for our social, environmental, and ethical performance.