General Manager

• Lead a values-driven team
• People-first leadership role
• Operational impact & influence

McNeill Distribution is seeking an authentic, people-focused General Manager to lead our 24/7 transport and distribution operations. We're looking for someone who builds connection, communicates clearly, and leads with integrity in every interaction.

If you're a strong operational leader who thrives on developing people, shaping culture, and driving continuous improvement, this is a role where your leadership will genuinely make a difference.

About the Role As General Manager, you'll provide strategic direction, people leadership, and operational oversight across our logging and bulk transport teams, dispatch, and maintenance.

This is a key senior leadership position responsible for:

• Leading and developing employees across the business
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and values-led work environment
• Improving driver and fleet efficiency
• Enhancing operational performance and visibility
• P&L/cost control across commercial and operational performance
• Building strong relationships across the wider K G Richardson group and with external customers
• Ensuring safety, compliance, and a high-performing culture

You'll work closely with the Directors and collaborate with GMs across the group including Niagara Sawmilling Company, Log Marketing NZ, and TNZ Growing Products.

Who We're Looking For We value leadership character just as much as capability. Our ideal leader brings:

• Significant recent experience in operational management
• A strong track record of leading people, teams, and culture
• Proven success working with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Integrity, empathy, and a genuinely people-first leadership style
• The ability to create connection and give time to the team
• A commitment to our values: We Work as a Team, We Act with Integrity, We Strive for Excellence

About McNeill Distribution Located in Kennington, McNeill Distribution operates 24/7 and is part of a respected Southland-based group. Our people are loyal, hardworking, and proud of what they do. We're looking for a GM who will honour that. Someone who will show up, listen, communicate openly, and lead us into the future with confidence and care.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a committed, experienced team
• Make a genuine cultural and operational impact
• Join a stable, values-driven Southland business
• Play a key role in focusing the organisation on its core strengths in timber transport and operational excellence
• Help stabilise and strengthen the business as we reinforce strong foundations for the future
• Strong support from Directors and wider group leaders
• Be part of an industry leader with a state-of-the-art fleet featuring the latest safety innovations and driver-assist technology, supporting long-term job security and performance on the road

Ready to Apply? If you're passionate about people and want to lead with integrity and purpose we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted as they are received.

To find out more or have a confidential chat you can contact Daniel via his contact details: 0221046814 / daniel@platinumrecruitment.co.nz

Applicants must have a valid work visa, permanent residency or NZ citizenship to be considered.

Platinum Recruitment is proud to be a member of Te Uru Tangata Centre for Workplace Inclusion and believes in equal opportunities for all. We actively promote diversity and inclusion in all our recruitment processes.