Z has a clear purpose: Powering better journeys, today and tomorrow. As one of New Zealand’s largest transport energy companies, we have a commitment to delivering safe, secure, and reliable transport energy – with the opportunity to deliver new journeys, with new energy solutions in a changing world.  

We are proud to be the Kiwi contingent in the Ampol Group, an independent Trans-Tasman energy company, with trading offices across the globe, which are united behind our shared purpose. While many of the challenges and opportunities we face go beyond national boundaries, together we have the scale, influence, and capability to deliver for our customers, communities, and our people.

The Enterprise Technology & Software Engineering team connect and build the technology tools that help our group work smarter, faster, and more efficiently. 

 
We achieve this by focusing on the configuration, development and continuous improvement of our Enterprise Technology platforms, our approach is seamless and iterative, prioritising agility and adaptability. By integrating modern engineering approaches and fostering a culture of constant innovation, we ensure that our core building blocks not only support current needs but also scales effortlessly for future growth. 
 
You’ll be responsible for the end-to-end design through deployment of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solutions that deliver value for Ampol, using platforms such as Automation Anywhere and UiPath. You will work closely with business users and technology teams to ensure our automation solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, and available when needed. As a senior member of the engineering practice, you will provide thought leadership through coaching and mentoring of Software Engineers and contribute to the community of practice. 
 

You will have the opportunity to 

• Take ownership of RPA solution design for complex and large-scale automation initiatives, ensuring alignment with architectural roadmaps and business objectives.  
• Lead the delivery of RPA components, development, orchestration, and integration with enterprise systems, and coordinate work items within larger programs of work, ensuring successful execution and delivery.  
• Provide technical leadership and expertise within the RPA Engineering team, supporting sound automation decisions and practices and collaborate closely with the Architecture team to ensure alignment.  
• Contribute to the development and evolution of RPA coding standards, reusable components, and best practices across the team.  
• Keep current with emerging technologies and industry trends; proactively contribute ideas to improve existing solutions.  
• Mentor and coach junior team members, promoting a culture of continuous learning and technical growth.  
• Set development standards and act as an SME regarding best practice. 

What you’ll bring to Z 

• Experience as a Senior Software Engineer, with a recent focus on RPA development using Automation Anywhere and/or UiPath.  
• Proven experience in designing, developing, optimising and deploying RPA bots, including attended and unattended automation, using automation best practices.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues  
• Experience mentoring and supporting peers and junior team members, fostering knowledge sharing and capability uplift across the team.  
• Proficient in Windows operating systems, browser technologies, APIs and cloud with respect to RPA use cases 

And of course, you’ll be passionate about what matters to Z, embracing and living our values to help us deliver on our aspirations and broader commitment to Aotearoa New Zealand. 

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Z we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. 

What we can offer you  

• A competitive remuneration package including short-term incentive plan, medical insurance for you and your family, enhanced employer contribution for KiwiSaver 
• Generous leave provisions including enhanced sick leave, parental leave benefits and the option to buy additional leave 
• The balance of hybrid working, enjoy some of your week at home and some in our welcoming office space 
• The opportunity to contribute and be part of a supportive team that is here to make a difference 
• A chance to build your own capability through learning from some of the industry’s most knowledgeable people who have a desire to share their insights along with access to upskilling opportunities and career development across the organisation 
• Two days a year to do Good in your Hood, though our volunteering scheme, a chance for you to help others in your community in a meaningful way to you 
   

The base salary range for this role is $130,000.00 to $150,000.00er annum, plus 15% STI based on company performance, a 5% KiwiSaver employer contribution and health insurance through Southern Cross.

Why Z? 

Z has always been a proud Kiwi company. We’re aspirational for our future, confident of our role in Aotearoa New Zealand’s success and deeply loyal to our customers, communities and people.  

At Z we focus on achieving extraordinary outcomes by setting the appropriate context, rather than by telling our people what to do. By doing this, high performing and talented people deliver better results and are more personally fulfilled. 

We care deeply for our people while pushing them to achieve their best as individuals and collectively as an organisation. Our flexible working approach and Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick accreditations - backed by our strong company values, Tū Kaha Stand Up, Tū Maia Speak Out, Tū Kotahi Side by Side - have created an open and inclusive workplace that promotes personal development and is underpinned by a desire for our people and our communities to succeed.  

One of the things we stand for at Z is Diversity & Inclusion. It is our belief that having a diverse workforce make it possible for our people to truly be themselves and deliver on our aspirations for Z.  

We’re distinctive in our approach and if you’re up for a challenge, we’d love you to be part of it. If Z sounds like a place you believe you can add value and grow your own capability, then make sure you read Our Why. This is our founding document and provides further insights in what it means to part of the Z whānau.  

If Z feels like a good match for your head and your heart, come join us for one heck of a journey! 

Whakauru | Apply 

Please include a cover letter in your application, telling us why you’re a great fit for Z. 

Applications close: Friday, 26/9/2025

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time. 

To be considered for this position you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.