Location: New Zealand
About us:
3 Islands Intermodal is a leading New Zealand intermodal logistics company comprising of four divisions: Ports, Inland Logistics, Retail Freight Forwarding and Wholesale Air Freight.
3 Islands has operations at nine ports, six inland depots and two airports across New Zealand, offering its customers a comprehensive range of logistics services to fulfil their import and export ambitions to and from any region of New Zealand.
Unique amongst its competitors, it is 100% Kiwi-owned and has a proud culture focused on safety, upskilling and a flat, solutions-driven management approach. Among its employee benefits, all 3 Islands employees participate in the success of the group as beneficiaries of the Employee Trust, which owns 7.5% of the group businesses.
3 Islands is continuing to experience strong growth throughout its nationwide, intermodal network and, in response, is building out its team in every region to respond to customer demand to evolve the logistics industry, driven by a spirit of safety, efficiency and innovation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead, manage, and oversee operations teams across multiple depot locations nationwide
- Drive the execution of 3 Islands’ strategy
- Executive management capabilities, coordination/day-to-day oversight of inland logistics operations teams nationwide, liaison with all logistics customers, reporting, strategy and business development
- Innovate and deliver, as part of the 3 Islands team, a first-class logistics proposition and customer experience through teams under your leadership
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Regional Managers (Ports Division), Support office and other intermodal operations to implement cost-effective, efficient solutions for customers
- Check and ensure all reports and finals produced within the operation are accurate
- Maintain health and safety, regulatory and compliance standards in all activities
About you:
- 15+ years in trucking and/or logistics operations (experience of warehousing, inland port operations and/or container terminal operations would be ideal), with strong leadership and team management experience gained in New Zealand
- Proven ability to undertake operations, lead teams, implement strategies and continuously self-improve
- IT-proficiency in systems/software and competent communication including verbal and written via all devices including radio, tablet and smartphone
- Deep understanding of NZ logistics landscape and the infrastructure challenges to deliver cost-effective solutions for customers
- Exceptional leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills with a demonstrated track record of success in the industry
This is a unique opportunity to join one of New Zealand’s leading intermodal logistics companies with ambitious growth plans. You will have the chance to influence, shape, and drive the business, playing a key role as 3 Islands continues to scale its intermodal platform nationwide. If you would like to be part of a leading intermodal logistics business where culture is central to our success and have the opportunity for equity participation, we would like to hear from you.
We welcome interest from New Zealanders currently working offshore who are considering a return home, New Zealanders currently working in New Zealand at the top of their game, and we would consider candidates with international experience who might have a connection to NZ.
How to apply
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact, click Apply Now and submit your CV and cover letter
Candidates must have legal rights to work in New Zealand.
Application Close: 22/06/2026
