We believe that if we want to be a world class Kiwi Company, we shouldn’t just employ people, divide them into functional departments and tell them what to do. Instead, we defined a purpose - to solve what matters for our customers and their moving world - and go about achieving this by setting clear goals and expectations and embracing diversity of thought.

At Z, Customer Experience is at the heart of everything we do - our strategy, capability development and investment decisions. We're creating and continually developing products and digital channels our customers will love and that make their lives easier.

The Z of 2030 and 2050 needs to look very different to today. At Z we stand for an environmentally sustainable New Zealand that is an example to the rest of the world and an inspiration to Kiwis. The products we sell are a major contributor to Aotearoa’s carbon emissions and part of the climate change problem, so we are moving to being at the heart of the solution.

Increasing our EV charging network is a key example of how we are actively choosing to invest in low-carbon revenue streams that are better for the planet and deliver a sustainable, viable future for our business. It is the right thing to do for our customers and for Z. Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for people to charge on the go as it is to fuel up today.

Heading up our Fleet/Mobility as a Service (MaaS) is a unique opportunity to own this new business venture for Z and guide it through the startup phases. You will have accountability for the initiatives through the various funding stages, developing the implementation of infrastructure and technologies, including resource allocation and overall management of the venture.

Working towards scale milestones and accountable to the Investment Committee/Venture Board this is an exciting prospect to support the success through the various stages of the venture lifecycle.

You will have the opportunity to

• Lead the development and execution of new products and businesses - from concept exploration, initial validation, product-market fit, product launch, revenue growth, and local and international expansion.
• Accountable for all aspects of the new business including strategy, marketing, sales, operations, technology, service delivery, resources and administration as well as P&L management
• Adopt a lean start-up approach to building a minimum viable business and go-to-market strategy that will scale
• Ensure that the venture strategy and roadmap is integrated across Z’s portfolio of ventures and existing lines of business to deliver the optimal value
• Develop a competitive advantage within the market the venture operates in so that Z can obtain a meaningful market share, contributing to enterprise value targets
• Define, evaluate, and report on key metrics (KPIs & OKRs) to inform decision-making and measure success
• Conduct due diligence on potential investments, analysing their markets and financial projections, and negotiating deal terms

What you’ll bring to Z

• Senior stakeholder management and the ability to build strong strategic alliances and develop strategies
• Experience engaging and influencing others in a long-term vision
• Be comfortable working with ambiguity and see failure as another chance to learn and improve
• Project Management from feasibility through to construction and commissioning
• Detail-oriented and capable of delivering in a fast paced and complex environment with a consistent level of high quality
• Proven ability to extract and analyse data to make product decisions
• Deal execution and contract negotiation skills
• Expertise in the practice of Agile Delivery & Lean Start-up Management

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.

What we can offer you

• A competitive remuneration package including short-term incentive (bonus) 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 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 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

Why Z?

Z is a dynamic and innovative Kiwi company that provides energy solutions for today while working on playing our part in Aotearoa’s shift towards a low-carbon future – a transition that we’re passionate about.

Being proudly Kiwi, we’re up for challenging the status quo, stand-up for what we believe is right and most importantly, we back our team to bring their true selves to work every day. Our flexible working approach and Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick accreditations - backed by our strong company values, Stand Up Tū Kaha, Speak Out Tū Maia, Side by Side Tū Kotahi - 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.

We’re distinctive in our approach and if you’re up for a challenge, we’d love you to be part of it. If this sounds like a place you believe you can add value and grow your own capability, then make sure you read Our Why   it’s our founding document and provides further insights in what it means to part of the Z whanau. 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: Wednesday 18th May 2022

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.