BRANCH MANAGER

With over 500 employees and 10 branches nationwide, this company boasts a customer-first culture and a team-focused environment, where their people are their greatest asset. They strongly support the work all kiwis are doing to create a space for future generations, and sustainability is at the heart of every decision they make.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a hands-on Branch Manager to lead the Tauranga operation. This is a small, close-knit branch, where success comes from leading by example, pitching in across all areas, and fostering a strong team culture. It’s a perfect opportunity for:

• A motivated up-and-comer ready to take the next step into full branch leadership, or

• A seasoned operator who values a stable, people-focused environment, and being involved in daily operations.

This is a hands-on role where you will be across every aspect of the branch — from people leadership, logistics, and health & safety to commercial relationships and branch performance.

If you thrive on autonomy, enjoy variety in your day, and want to run a branch without the red tape and processes of a large corporate structure, this could be the right role for you.

What You’ll Bring:

• Supervisory or management experience in logistics, transport, waste, recycling, couriers, or another service-based industry.

• A roll-up-your-sleeves, people first, leadership style. Hands-on, visible, and supportive!

• Business and financial acumen, with a problem-solving mindset.

• Operationally strong, ideally with experience in scheduling, and workforce planning.

• A focus on continuous improvement, growth and creating accountability.

• A passion for building a strong team and safety-first culture.

The Role:

• Lead a team of 12 and manage day-to-day branch operations.

• Uphold and endorse company culture of staff and customers first.

• Involved in HR processes including recruitment, training, and performance management.

• Oversee the P&L, reporting, and branch financial performance.

• Drive service delivery, process improvement, and operational efficiency.

• Identify growth opportunities and support sales initiatives.

• Build and maintains key client and council relationships.

• Ensure full Health & Safety compliance and corrective action management.

• Responsible for resource allocation; ensuring the fleet and all equipment is in good condition.

• Prepare operational and management reporting.

Why Join Them?

• Be part of a respected Kiwi brand, with strong values and a people-first culture.

• Enjoy the autonomy and ownership of running the branch.

• Competitive salary + company vehicle + health insurance

• Supportive national team and long-term career development potential

   

If you’re skilled at balancing people leadership with operational excellence and want to be part of a business that values both, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply: Please send your resume to lisa@kingsrecruitment.co.nz or call to have a confidential chat on 09 600 5155.

 Please note that you must be in New Zealand, with legal working rights to be considered for this role. 

Also note that only those shortlisted will be contact and this will happen within one week of your application.