ROLES AVAILABLE IN MARSDEN POINT, TAURANGA (X2), TARANAKI, NELSON (X2), LYTTELTON, TIMARU, DUNEDIN, BLUFF
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 develop operations team at relevant port in conjunction with the Administration Lead
- Drive the execution of 3 Islands’ strategy
- 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 at Support office and other intermodal operations to implement cost-effective, efficient solutions for customers
- Senior role in shift and vessel management, understand ship stability, conduct Ship Lead training, advise and guide vessel manning team, resolution of damage issues with ships agents and customers, management/advice/problem solving of complex project and performance issues, manage all vessels in port
- Customer liaison on best solutions for maximising productivity and uplift. Lead role in customer KPI meetings. Key “first contact” point for customer relationship management at operating location – must greet and engage with all customers present at operation
- Be competent in training personnel in SOP and JSA documents
- Complete understanding of all stowage techniques and methodologies, managing any vessel type
- Capable of the upkeep and final presentation of final stowage plans for all cargo
- Conduct Risk Assessments
- Complete HR function in investigations, conduct and report on compliance and conduct audits, consistently meet labour and manpower KPI’s, ensure all H&S KPI’s are met and maintained in operation
- 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:
- 10+ years in port operations and/or logistics operations, 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: 12/02/2026
