Team Leader

Lyttelton Port of Christchurch; Lyttelton; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major port operator in Canterbury is seeking a Team Leader to manage cargo and vessel operations. The ideal candidate will be a natural leader, skilled in motivating teams in dynamic environments while prioritizing safety and compliance. This position offers competitive benefits including medical insurance, annual leave, and opportunities for development.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

5 weeks annual leave

Development and training opportunities

Medical Insurance

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Natural leader who thrives in dynamic environments.
• Ability to balance operational demands with safety.
• Clear communication and decisive problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a rotating team of Cargo Handlers.
• Ensure day-to-day cargo and vessel movements run smoothly.
• Collaborate closely with logistics partners for seamless operations.

Skills

Proven experience leading and motivating teams

Strong people and safety leadership experience

Success in driving change and continuous improvement

Resource and workforce planning experience

Risk management and incident response skills

Financial and data acumen

Experience in a unionised environment

Job description

We have recently welcomed new leaders into our operations team - and more exciting opportunities are available.

When opportunity arises, we must be ready to strike before it passes

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration package
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Development and training opportunities
• Medical Insurance
• Free car parking

About the role

As a Team Leader, you'll report to a Group Operations Lead and take charge of day-to-day cargo and vessel movements to keep the port running safely and efficiently. You'll lead and motivate a rotating team of Cargo Handlers across vessel, yard, and landside portfolios, ensuring everything flows smoothly from shipside to gate.

This role is hands-on, people-focused, and central to operations - balancing productivity, safety, and teamwork. You'll also collaborate closely with logistics partners and service providers, keeping communication clear and operations seamless. With a 24/7 operation, you'll be part of a continuous roster including nights and weekends.

About you

You're a natural leader who thrives in dynamic environments, able to balance operational demands with a strong commitment to safety, compliance, and people. You bring clear communication, decisive problem-solving, and a knack for getting the best out of your team - even in high-pressure situations.

You'll also bring:

• Proven experience leading and motivating teams
• Strong people and safety leadership experience in high-risk environments
• Success in driving change and continuous improvement
• Resource and workforce planning experience in a medium-large organisation
• Risk management and incident response skills
• Financial and data acumen to inform decisions
• Experience working in a unionised environment (highly desirable)

About LPC

Lyttelton Port Company (LPC) is the South Island's largest international trade gateway, focused on leading the way for our people and region. Our services are critical to the success of a diverse range of exporters and importers and supporting thousands of jobs in the region.Sustainability and the safety of our people are at the centre of everything we do. This is an exciting time to join LPC as we support sustainable trade for Canterbury.

Pre-employment Tests

LPC require all successful candidates to complete a Pre-employment Medical which includes a Drug and Alcohol Test, Pre-Employment Ministry of Justice Check, a TORO check and a Pre-employment ACC Check.

Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand is a requirement

Apply for this role

If you're keen to explore this further, hit the apply button now. Please note that we will be considering applications as they come in, and will look to interview and appoint as we go through.

Applications close:Wednesday 15 th October, 5pm

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