Port Operations Manager – Auckland

Qube; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fully subsidised health insurance

Competitive remuneration package

Job summary

Qube Ports NZ in Auckland is seeking a hands-on operations leader to drive the performance of the Auckland operations, develop people and support business growth. This permanent leadership role offers a competitive remuneration package, a company vehicle and fully subsidised health insurance.

You will own day-to-day running of Auckland Port operations, set safety/service standards, and lead a team to deliver for customers and stakeholders in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' management experience in an operational setting.
• Port, logistics or supply chain experience is a strong advantage.
• People-oriented leadership style that earns trust on the ground.
• Confidence handling competing priorities in a fast-moving, 24/7 environment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the port operations: ensure people, equipment and resources are in the right place at the right time.
• Lead health and safety: build a culture of accountability ensuring everyone goes home safe.
• Develop your team: support and grow a capable, engaged workforce.
• Drive performance: track results, manage costs and find smarter ways to work.
• Build partnerships: work closely with customers and other key stakeholders.

Skills

People leadership

Operations management

Communications

Stakeholder management

24/7 operations

Job description

We're looking for a hands-on operations leader to drive the performance of our Auckland operations, develop our people and support business growth.

What's In It For You

• A permanent leadership role in our Auckland operation


• Competitive remuneration package


• Company vehicle


• Fully subsidised health insurance


• Join an international logistics leader with on-going development opportunities

The role

Reporting to the GM North Island Operations, you'll own the day-to-day running of our Auckland Port operations. You'll set the standard for safety and service, get the best from your team, and be the person customers and stakeholders rely on to deliver.

You’ll be:

• Leading the port operations: making sure people, equipment and resources are in the right place at the right time


• Leading health and safety: building a culture of accountability ensuring everyone goes home safe


• Developing your team: supporting and growing a capable, engaged workforce


• Driving performance: tracking results, managing costs and finding smarter ways to work


• Building partnerships: working closely with customers and other key stakeholders

What You’ll Bring

• 3+ years' management experience in an operational setting


• Port, logistics or supply chain experience, is a strong advantage


• A people-oriented leadership style that earns trust on the ground


• Confidence handling competing priorities in a fast-moving, 24/7 environment


• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Why Qube

Qube Ports NZ is a nationwide service provider offering a comprehensive range of cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing services, and IT solutions. Our pursuit of excellence empowers New Zealand exporters to compete effectively in global markets.

Ready for your next challenge?

Applications close 29 November 2026.

We're interviewing as applications arrive, so don't wait.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand. You'll also need to pass a pre-employment medical and drug test, a Ministry of Justice criminal conviction check and an ACC claims history check.