Process Manager Napier

Scientific & Technical Recruitment; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm is seeking a Process Manager to lead operations at a chemical manufacturing site in Napier, Hawke's Bay. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemical Engineering and strong leadership skills. This role offers the opportunity to innovate and drive continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. The position also provides potential career growth into senior leadership roles.

Benefits

Career growth potential

Opportunity to lead a capable team

Work in a supportive environment

Qualifications

• Solid industrial experience in chemical/process engineering.
• Proven project management and continuous improvement expertise.
• Confident communicator able to influence across levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site’s laboratory and process team for operational excellence.
• Drive process improvement and troubleshoot plant performance.
• Champion safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Skills

Process Improvement

Leadership

Chemical Engineering Expertise

Communication

Education

Chemical/Process Engineering degree

Job description

Overview

Lead process improvements and a high-performing team in Napier's chemical manufacturing site.

At Scitex, we’re proud to be working alongside our client to secure top talent for this Process Manager role. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chemical engineer with leadership experience or capability to make a real impact on operational excellence, safety, and team development within a complex manufacturing environment.

What you will do

• Lead the site’s laboratory and process team to achieve operational excellence
• Drive process improvement, CI projects, and troubleshoot plant performance
• Provide technical chemical engineering expertise to support operations
• Champion safety, environmental, and quality standards across the site

What we are looking for

• Chemical/Process Engineering degree with solid industrial experience
• Proven project management and CI expertise, with a strong technical toolkit
• Strong leadership ability – either proven people leadership or the potential to grow into it
• Confident communicator able to influence across levels and teams

What’s in it for you

• Opportunity to lead a capable team and shape continuous improvement initiatives
• Complex, large-scale processes offering challenge and scope for innovation
• Career growth potential into senior leadership roles
• Work with a business committed to sustainability, safety, and people
• Be immersed in the Art Deco charm and vibrant lifestyle of Napier

How to apply

Click APPLY NOW or call Belinda McKenzie at Scitex Recruitment on 09 200 3121 for a confidential discussion. To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, or resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

Scitex specialises in permanent, contract and temporary recruitment – and has done so since 1987. We are here to engineer better Mondays. We love connecting talented people with great work opportunities in workplaces where you can thrive and make a meaningful difference.