Marketing Manager (12-month fixed term from Dec 2026)

About us | Mō mātou

Kia ora! We’re Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau, the membership organisation for the problem-solvers, innovators and creators of Aotearoa. Our culture is supportive and flexible and our mahi is transformative. We empower our kaimahi to bring their best because that’s when we’re at our best. We are one team, stronger working together as a collective |He tira kotahi tātou, he hoehoe tahi, he tū tahi.

We are incredibly proud to be a Best Places To Work Human-Centred Impact category winner.

What we do and why we do it | Te pūtake o ā mātou mahi

We bring engineering to life to engineer better lives for New Zealanders. Our mahi supports, connects and uplifts the engineering community, drives and celebrates engineering excellence and champions change that matters.

We prioritise impactful programmes focused on climate change, diversity and inclusion, te ao Māori, and empowering rangatahi with inspiring STEM education – all to champion a diverse, resilient and future-focused engineering profession.

Our ambitions are for the engineering profession to be connected, leading, professional and thriving. These and our commitment to dismantling barriers shape and drive our mahi.

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi

This is a Wellington-based role, with flexible hybrid working arrangements available.

Engineering affects every part of life in Aotearoa, and this role helps tell that story. As our Marketing Manager, you’ll lead the team responsible for bringing engineering to life through meaningful marketing, engaging member experiences and a strong, trusted brand. You’ll connect our organisational ambitions with the needs of our members and audiences, helping ensure our marketing delivers real impact.

You’ll:

• Lead the development and delivery of strategic marketing initiatives that support our organisational goals.
• Inspire and empower a high-performing marketing  team.
• Champion and evolve Engineering New Zealand’s recently refreshed brand across all channels and touchpoints.
• Use audience insights, member feedback and data to continuously improve engagement and effectiveness.
• Help shape experiences that strengthen connections with our members and grow the value we provide.

Who we’re looking for | Tā mātou e kimi nei

You’re a strategic thinker, an experienced people leader and someone who genuinely enjoys helping others succeed. You know how to bring people together around a shared goal and turn ideas into meaningful outcomes.

You’ll bring:

• Experience leading marketing strategy and delivering results in a complex or multi-stakeholder environment
• A collaborative leadership style that builds trust, capability and confidence in others
• Strong communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to influence and connect with a wide range of audiences
• Curiosity, creativity and a growth mindset, alongside the confidence to challenge the status quo when needed
• A passion for creating engaging experiences and building strong, lasting connections with customers, members or communities

You’ll be organised, adaptable and comfortable prioritising work across a busy portfolio. You’ll also bring experience managing budgets and working with marketing technology such as customer relationship management, content management, email and project management systems.

We want to hear from you if you think you can bring value to the role, not because you tick every box. We want to hear about your ideas, experience and what you’ll bring to deliver on our ambitions.

Working here/what you can expect | Ngā mahi kei mua i a koe

We’re purpose driven and values led. A range of workplace adjustments such as quiet spaces, flexible lighting and workspace setups, and support for assistive technologies where needed

We know we do better work if we have a diverse mix of people on our team, because engineering is for everyone and so is life at Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau.

From home office seclusion, to life in the office and everywhere in between, you’ll have access to the tools, resources, collaborators, professional development, and organisational support you need to do your best work.

We offer a social, supportive and aspirational work culture. Your mental health and work-life balance are paramount to us.

We can offer you | Tā mātou e tuku ai ki a koe

• Commitment to flexibility – whatever that looks like for you.
• Unlimited wellbeing leave and 5 weeks annual leave.
• A professional development budget to support your aspirations.
• Wellbeing initiatives which include free flu shots, confidential counselling, an organisation-funded social club and subsidised onsite massages.
• Opportunities to get involved in values-driven internal initiatives, such as our neurodiversity Initiative, waiata practice, rainbow community, and te reo Māori learning.
• A team of dedicated colleagues who live by our values – Integrity | Te Tū Rangatira, Service | Te Ngākau Āwhina, Cooperation | Mahi Tahi, Bravery | Te Toa.
• Bright, open and modern workspace that’s whānau friendly and close to the waterfront.
• Accessible and gender neutral wharepaku.

We are committed to accessibility, equity, and inclusion and can offer a range of workplace adjustments for all kaimahi, including those with physical disabilities, sensory disabilities, neurodivergent conditions, or other accessibility needs.

Please let us know if there’s anything we can do to remove barriers or support you to bring your best during the recruitment process.

Apply now | Tono mai ināianei

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via our online application process.

Applications close on 5pm, Friday 30 October 2026. All applications will be acknowledged electronically. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment process before the closing date. As a result, this position may close earlier than advertised.

Only people with the right to work in Aotearoa may apply for this position