EES is Auckland and Waikato’s expert air-conditioning and heat pump company. Since 2017 we have been part of Vector Limited, so you know you have the backing of one of New Zealand's largest companies.

About the role:

Our Cambridge team have an opportunity for a self-motivated and results-driven Operations Manager to join the team. This is a challenging and demanding role with plenty of scope for growth and development. This role will be responsible for:

• People Leadership
• Sales leadership
• Managing installation, customer service, and heat pump servicing
• Health and Safety
• Inventory control
• Quality control
• Managing plant, vehicles and equipment

Who we are looking for:

You may already be an Operations Team Leader looking for the next step in your management career or you may be an experienced Branch Manager with transferable skills looking for a new challenge in a different industry.

If you don't meet every requirement listed below but you're interested in the role and can see yourself doing a great job, still apply. We'd love to learn more about how your skills could transfer into this role.

We are looking for a candidate with:

• 3-5 years experience in a similar role in branch or franchise operations
• a diploma or trade certification (or equivalent work experience)
• the ability and willingness to travel across the wider Waikato region (clean and full NZ driver's license required)
• the ability and willingness to work flexibly (occasional work outside standard business hours may be required)
• excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to motivate others
• an understanding of inventory control and finance operational activity
• experience using computer systems, including CRM and ERP systems
• strong knowledge of Health and Safety management
• Knowledge of HVAC is desirable

What we can offer you:

You will be provided with a competitive salary. We also offer ongoing support and professional development. 

You will join a company with strong ethics and values who genuinely cares about their people and a supportive team environment with a positive and inclusive culture. We like to celebrate success and have some fun. Many of the team have been with the business for some time, adding to a stable and enjoyable team environment.

We also offer a great range of benefits including:

• Paid Birthday Leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Recognition Programme (quarterly and annual awards to mention a couple)
• Staff discounts on a range of great brands (Noel Leeming, Place Makers, Repco, Torpedo 7, Pita Pit and many more

EES engages a workforce made up of individuals with diverse skills, values, backgrounds and experiences. EES respects and values people who are different from each other, including gender, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, race and religion. We welcome applications from all individuals.

Please note, all applicants must have the legal right to work and live in New Zealand. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a preemployment drug and alcohol test and relevant background checks.