National Property & Development Manager

Woolworths Ltd.; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sonder support program

Team discounts across Woolworths Group

SalarySacrifice / novated lease

Job summary

Woolworths Group in Auckland, New Zealand, invites a seasoned National Property & Development Manager (Industrial) to lead end-to-end industrial development and asset management initiatives. You will shape strategy, drive major projects, and optimise a diverse portfolio of distribution centres, land holdings, and office spaces, delivering commercially viable outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage complex acquisitions, feasibility studies and lease structures, while building strong

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading industrial property developments and asset management.
• Strong understanding of full property life cycle, including site acquisitions and permitting.
• Advanced financial modelling and feasibility analysis skills.
• Commercial acumen in lease documentation and project financing.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication with executives.
• Ability to balance multiple high-value projects across diverse environments.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end delivery of industrial development projects worth $2M–$300M, on time and within budget.
• Lead site identification, feasibility studies, and acquisitions to expand Woolworths NZ's network.
• Manage asset performance across distribution centres and land holdings, including renewals.
• Build robust financial models, budgets and investment cases to maximise returns and reduce risk.
• Foster long-term partnerships with landlords, developers, authorities and consultants.
• Collaborate with Operations, Legal and Finance to tailor property solutions.

Skills

Industrial property developments

Asset management

Financial modelling

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Project portfolio balance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate/Property/Finance

Job description

We Are Woolworths Group

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week.

We Are Woolworths Group

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week.

If you’re excited to turn today’s blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you’ll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

National Property & Development Manager (Industrial)

Location:

Auckland Support Office, New Zealand

Step into a high-impact leadership role shaping the future of Woolworths New Zealand’s industrial network. You will take end-to-end ownership of major development projects and optimise an essential portfolio of logistics, distribution centres, and land holdings valued from $2 million to $300 million. If you are an astute property professional driven to deliver innovative, commercially viable outcomes in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to leave a lasting mark.

What You’ll Do

• Drive the end-to-end delivery of industrial development projects ranging from $2M to $300M, ensuring all milestones are met safely, on time, and within budget.
• Lead strategic site identification, feasibility studies, and acquisitions to expand and optimise Woolworths NZ's industrial network.
• Manage asset performance across distribution centres, land holdings, and support offices, overseeing lease renewals, rent reviews, and property disposals.
• Formulate robust financial models, operating budgets, and investment cases to maximise commercial returns and mitigate portfolio risk.
• Build collaborative, long-term partnerships with landlords, developers, local authorities, and external consultant teams.
• Partner with internal stakeholders, including Operations (Primary Connect), Legal, and Finance, to deliver property solutions tailored to operational requirements.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven track record leading complex industrial property developments and asset management portfolios from inception to completion.
• Comprehensive understanding of the full property life cycle, including site acquisition, statutory consenting, contract negotiation, and construction delivery.
• High-level financial modelling and analytical skills with demonstrated expertise in preparing rigorous feasibility studies.
• Commercial acumen across contract law, lease documentation, and property transaction structuring, such as joint ventures and project finance.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to influence executive leadership and external industry bodies.
• Agility, resilience, and problem-solving capability to balance multiple high-value projects across diverse operating environments.

What You’ll Experience

• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network
• Access to Sonder. Sonder provides free confidential 24/7 personalised financial, medical safety, psychological or physical support for team members and their families
• A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you
• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work
• Opportunity to Salary Sacrifice, enabling team members to purchase selected eligible items or services from pre-tax salary. Can be used for novated leases, superannuation contributions, Qantas Club membership, computing devices etc.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.