Fleet Optimisation Manager

NZ Post; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A national logistics provider is looking for a Fleet Optimisation Manager based in Auckland or Christchurch. This role focuses on developing fleet asset plans, leading strategic projects, and ensuring optimal fleet operations. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in fleet management and project delivery, with excellent analytical and communication skills. Benefits include secure parking and discounted health insurance.

Benefits

Free onsite secure parking

Discounted health insurance

Access to discounted holiday accommodation

Retail shopping discounts

Employee Assistance programme

Qualifications

• Strong experience in fleet and asset management.
• Proven experience in leading enterprise projects from concept through to delivery.
• Solid understanding of asset management principles.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing fleet asset investment plans.
• Overseeing fleet CAPEX and OPEX forecasting.
• Driving fleet improvements from concept to execution.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Strategic thinking

Education

Prince2 certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

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• Work from either Auckland or Christchurch
• Develop and execute the fleet asset plan
• Lead strategic fleet asset projects
  
  

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

In this new role, you'll report to the Category Manager - Transport and Fleet, acting as a key link between fleet users (from electric and combustion vehicles to forklifts, bikes, and more) across NZ Post. Your focus will be on fleet planning, optimising the fleet, long-term strategies, and strategic project delivery.

• Newly created role
• Work from either Auckland or Christchurch
• Develop and execute the fleet asset plan
• Lead strategic fleet asset projects
  
  

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

In this new role, you'll report to the Category Manager - Transport and Fleet, acting as a key link between fleet users (from electric and combustion vehicles to forklifts, bikes, and more) across NZ Post. Your focus will be on fleet planning, optimising the fleet, long-term strategies, and strategic project delivery.

You'll Do This Through

• Developing, implementing, and managing fleet asset investment/replacement plans
• Overseeing the fleet CAPEX and OPEX forecasting, planning and alignment process
• Optimising the fleet lifecycle and supporting fleet disposal as part of the asset replacement plan
• Leading and managing significant capital and operational investment projects and programmes, ensuring the asset lifecycle replacement plan is achieved
• Driving a consistent approach to fleet asset management across stakeholders
• Partnering with teams to align fleet safety and sustainability targets
• Leading fleet improvements and optimisation activities from concept through to operational execution
  
  

You'll have key reporting responsibilities of the asset replacement plan, forecasted expenditure and delivery of projects to cross-functional senior leaders.

Mōu - About You

As a detail-orientated, analytical and delivery focused self-starter, you'll be passionate about mid-to-long term fleet planning and optimisation, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and communication.

You'll bring strong experience in fleet and asset management, coupled with asset planning, project management and hopefully a Prince2 certification.

You'll possess

• Strong experience in developing and maintaining asset replacement plans, along with managing significant capital investment projects
• Proven experience in leading enterprise projects from concept through to delivery
• Solid understanding of asset management principles
• Knowledge of legislation, regulations, practices, and guidelines in relation to fleet assets and asset management and planning, including strong technical understanding of fleet, the industry, and the suppliers
  
  

You'll combine that experience with

• A highly developed planning, organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to think strategically
• The ability to work on multiple pieces of work consecutively
• A strong solution focused approach
• Proven ability to develop key relationships both internally and externally and various levels of an organisation
• Excellent knowledge of project and program planning best practices and approach
  
  

It goes without saying but we'll say it anyway, you'll also have excellent communication skills and the ability to engage at all levels, as well as being highly proficient in the MS Office suite.

He Aha Te Pai - What you'll love about us!

Benefits

Alongside the opportunity to work with a team passionate about delivering, our permanent employees enjoy a wide variety of benefits including:

• Free onsite secure parking
• Access to discounted health insurance plans for you and your family
• Special rates on fantastic holiday home accommodation around New Zealand
• Retail shopping discounts with our partners
• An Employee Assistance programme to support you when you need it
• Plus more!!
  
  

Hiahia? - Interested? Come and join the whanau!

Bring your passion for creating great customer service to the team at NZ Post. If this sounds like your next career move, apply today, or to find out the full requirements of the role please download the JD available via the NZ Post website. If you require additional information, contact Michele Christie (Talent Acquisition Specialist) on 022 087 5195

Applications for this position close on 13 August 2025

Due to the fast-paced nature of NZ Post, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, sodon'tdelay and make sure you apply as soon as possible.

All applicants will also be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand. Appointees will be subject to a security and credit check and may be required to undertake a drug test.

If you're interested in a role, please apply directly through our online portal. Our team of experienced in-house recruiters is the glue between our business and finding the right person for the role and we therefore won't consider candidates through agencies (unless previously arranged).

There's something really special about being part of the team here at NZ Post - Tukurau Aotearoa, who we are and what we stand for is grounded in our values.

We are proud to be Rainbow Tick certified and recognise the diversity and uniqueness of our workforce and reaffirm our commitment to create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Freight and Package Transportation

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