Operations Training Manager - Auckland

Build Capability. Strengthen Performance. Make an Impact.

Enviro NZ is seeking an experienced Operations Training Manager to join our nationwide People & Safety team. This influential leadership role focuses on developing people, strengthening operational consistency, and supporting high standards of safety and performance across our frontline workforce.

If you are a practical, people-focused leader who enjoys working closely with teams, refining training systems, and driving continuous improvement, this role offers the opportunity to make a real difference across the business.

About the Role

As Operations Training Manager, you will lead the delivery and ongoing development of our operational training programmes, with an initial focus on drivers and machine operators as the foundation of safe and effective operations.

You will lead a geographically dispersed team of Operations Trainers and support the consistent delivery, review, and enhancement of training programmes that align with legislative requirements, industry standards, and Enviro NZ’s operational goals. Your work will help embed best practice and promote a strong culture of learning and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a regionally based Operations Trainer team
• Deliver, review, and improve operational training programmes within a national framework
• Support alignment with Waka Kotahi legislation, industry expectations, and internal policies
• Improve training approaches to enhance safety, quality, and operational effectiveness
• Use data, feedback, and on-the-ground insight to strengthen workforce capability
• Provide guidance and support on operational training and best practice

About You

You are an experienced and approachable leader with a strong background in operational training and workforce development. You take a practical, collaborative approach and enjoy working alongside teams to lift capability and consistency.

You will ideally have:

• 10+ years’ leadership and management experience, including leading geographically dispersed teams
• Experience implementing training programmes within a national framework
• Tertiary qualification in Management or Business
• Certificate in Adult Learning (or equivalent)
• Minimum Class 4 Licence (preferred), with F, D, W, T, R endorsements
• Working knowledge of Waka Kotahi legislation, regulations, and industry best practice

Additional Information

Safety and wellbeing are central to everything we do. The recruitment process includes:

• Ministry of Justice criminal background check
• Pre-employment medical, including drug testing

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about developing people and improving operational capability through effective training, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your updated CV.