Equipment Manager Combat Engineer & Cbrne

CGR Services; Wellington; On-site; NZD 97,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life cover up to NZD 300,000

Critical illness protection

Will services and savings schemes for

Defence community benefits

Job summary

NZDF seeks an Equipment Manager to oversee Combat Engineer equipment across its full lifecycle, from acquisition to disposal. You will deliver practical management advice, support procurement and budgeting, and collaborate with NZDF, industry and suppliers to maintain readiness.

The role requires significant experience in equipment/asset management within defence or similar high‑stake environments, with a New Zealand Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel domestically.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in the lifecycle management of equipment, assets, fleets, or logistics support systems.
• Strong stakeholder, contract, vendor, and relationship management skills.
• Experience leading and developing high‑performing teams.
• Knowledge of asset management, engineering management, or ERP systems such as SAP.
• An understanding of military logistics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of Combat Engineer equipment through its full lifecycle.
• Provide equipment management advice from acquisition through to disposal.
• Investigate equipment issues and contribute to practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Support procurement activities, budgeting, contract management and tender documentation.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across NZDF, industry and suppliers.

Skills

Equipment lifecycle management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Asset management

ERP systems like SAP

Logistics management

Education

Tertiary qualification in logistics/engineering/asset management

Tools

SAP

Logistics software

Job description

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Join the Defence Equipment Management Organisation (DEMO) and play a vital role in ensuring the New Zealand Defence Force has the equipment needed to support its Combat Engineer capability. As an Equipment Manager, you'll oversee the day‑to‑day management of a diverse and technically varied equipment portfolio, ranging from equipment plant such as bulldozers and excavators, through to Fire Appliances, as well as specialist equipment used by our Explosive Ordinance Disposal teams, including bomb disposal robots, chemical agent detectors and monitors. You'll be responsible for managing equipment throughout its entire lifecycle, from acquisition and introduction into service through to maintenance, replacement and disposal. This is a highly varied role where you'll work closely with military personnel, suppliers, contractors and subject experts to deliver practical equipment management solutions. You'll contribute to procurement activities, support budget planning, investigating equipment issues, develop policy and documentation, and provide advice that helps ensure critical equipment remains available, safe and fit for purpose. No two days are the same in this dynamic environment where your work directly supports NZDF operational readiness.

• Manage a diverse portfolio of Combat Engineer equipment through its full lifecycle.
• Provide equipment management advice from acquisition through to disposal.
• Investigate equipment issues and contribute to practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Support procurement activities, budgeting, contract management and tender documentation.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across NZDF, industry and suppliers.

We are a great bunch of people who manage equipment that is critical to NewZealand's defence. We are committed to building a DEMO culture where we strive to be better every day, inspire others to succeed and are proud of the work we do for NewZealand. Our Recognition and Rewards programme creates an environment where employees feel valued, appreciated and inspired to do their best. We have a leadership team committed to the development of our people and you will find that learning opportunities abound at DEMO. Combined with a calendar of cultural events, DEMO offers a great work environment where you can realise your full potential. The salary for this role ranges from $97,344-$107,485, inclusive of a4% superannuation contribution. Appointments within this range are based on skills and experience. Please Note: The formal title for this role within NZDF is Equipment Manager Combat Engineer & Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, & Explosives (CBRNE).

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

We're looking for a confident and tactful communicator, who can build credibility with stakeholders and senior leaders across a complex organisation. You will bring significant experience in equipment, asset, fleet, supply chain, or Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) management, with the ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels. Using strong analytical skills, you'll be comfortable interpreting data, identifying opportunities for improvement, and delivering practical, business focused outcomes. Experience managing complex engineering, operational or safety critical equipment within defence, emergency services, infrastructure, utilities or similar environments would be highly regarded.

• Demonstrated expertise in the lifecycle management of equipment, assets, fleets, or logistics support systems.
• Strong stakeholder, contract, vendor, and relationship management skills.
• Experience leading and developing high‑performing teams.
• Knowledge of asset management, engineering management, or ERP systems such as SAP.
• A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in logistics, supply management, engineering, asset management, or related equipment.
• An understanding of military logistics is desirable.

Please note: The successful person must hold a full NewZealand Drivers Licence, with the ability to travel domestically.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

• Safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection.
• Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community.
• Find all our benefits and more on the Force4 Families website.

NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all – irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics – NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.