• Leadership role combining fleet operations and commercial partnerships.
• Supportive environment with opportunity for professional growth.
• Based in Taupiri, 15 minutes North of Hamilton.

At Everest, we are all about people. We work with our clients and candidates to build great relationships so we can match the right person to the right role.

Here’s our latest opportunity!

About the company

The Cabernet Foods Group is a family business, established in 2002 and known for their chilled meat products. They care about each and every step of production to deliver ethically farmed goodness to New Zealanders from paddock to plate.

Their purpose-built cool store and distribution hub are strategically located in the Waikato with easy access to Auckland, Tauranga and Hamilton. With a focus on NZ primary production, they continue to explore opportunities to commercialise and support the export market.

About the role

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of the business.

As an integral part of the leadership team, your role will be focused on the safety and wellbeing of the driving team. You will play a critical role in managing the efficiencies of both fleet and operations, creating a platform to diversify and extend commercial opportunities across the “golden triangle”.

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will;

• Lead and mentor a team of drivers and support personnel, ensuring their performance, training, safety, and compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
• Develop and implement strategies to continuously optimise fleet performance and resource utilisation, including commercial partnerships with external freight operators.
• Collaborate across the wider business functions to streamline processes and ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Develop and manage budgets for fleet operations; lead the full asset lifecycle process.
• Stay updated with industry trends, technological advancements, and industry best practices to drive continuous improvement in fleet operations.
• Create effective and sustainable relationships with third party service providers and key governing bodies including NZTA Waka Kotahi and MPI.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have

• A tertiary qualification in transport management, business administration or with equivalent experience. A Class 5 licence (truck and trailer) and F endorsement preferred.
• Proven fleet operations management, with a strong understanding of asset management principles and practices.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse workforce.
• Sound knowledge of transportation regulations, safety protocols, and compliance requirements.
• Commercially astute with the ability to explore business opportunities that will compliment and grow the organisation.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• A proactive and results-driven mindset, with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Ongoing support for professional development
• Flexible working arrangements
• Staff product discounts

Sound like you? Apply now!

For a confidential chat, please call Helen Dale on 027 267 9725.

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