Production Control Manager | Auckland

Production Control Manager

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

As our Production Control Manager, you'll be within the engine room of our Auckland Processing Centre (APC) based in Wiri, our largest and most automated site in NZ.

It's our flagship site, with state-of-the-art automated sorting technology which sets the rhythm across the rest of our network. You'll lead a dedicated team ensuring our domestic and international operations run smoothly, efficiently, and safely—day in and day out.

This is a dynamic, hands-on leadership role you can expect to:

• Manage a team of Production Controllers operating SCADA and the flow of freight over our automation sortation system
• Partner with Operations Managers and Network Operations Control to optimise site performance
• Monitor and adjust throughput and workforce deployment in real time
• Lead the execution of our Management Operating System and continuous improvement rhythms
• Support the Processing Centre Manager, stepping up when needed and learning the full scope of our operations—including international flows

This is a Monday to Friday role, however as we are a 24/7 operation there is a requirement to be available outside of core business hours to meet the demands of our business

Mōu - About you

To thrive in this role, you'll be a confident people leader who's comfortable navigating complexity and keeping operations running smoothly, ideally within a logistics or similarly fast-paced environment.

You'll also bring:

• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to inspire, coach and lead large, diverse teams across multiple shifts
• Strong commercial nous, including hands-on experience managing budgets and P&L performance
• A solid understanding of automation, process control, and how to optimise systems using data and insight
• The confidence to plan ahead, lead change, and bring others with you on the journey
• A collaborative, influencing style that builds strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• A genuine commitment to health, safety and wellbeing, backed by a relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Operations, Supply Chain or Logistics

You'll be part of a supportive, future-focused team that's committed to making a real difference. We offer great development opportunities, a strong safety culture, and the chance to be part of something meaningful.

He Aha Te Pai - What you'll love about us! 

We're passionate about our commitment to deliver the best for Aotearoa - to help businesses thrive, and to deliver what Kiwis care about.  Our permanent employees enjoy a variety of benefits including:

• Free onsite secure parking at our Auckland sites
• Access to discounted health insurance plans for you and your family
• Special rates on fantastic holiday home accommodation around New Zealand
• Retail shopping discounts with our partners
• An Employee Assistance programme to support you when you need it
• Plus more!!

Hiahia? - Interested? Come and join the whanau!

Ever wondered about the magic behind parcel delivery? It's a tale of teamwork, cutting-edge and data-led technology, and some truly awesome people. All united by one mission – to deliver for New Zealand. Ready to be a part of that story?

Apply today or find out more details about this opportunity by downloading the JD on the NZ Post Careers page.  If you require additional information, please contact Michele Christie (Talent Business Partner) on 022 087 5195

Applications for this opportunity close on Sunday, 8 February 2026

Due to the fast-paced nature of NZ Post, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, so don't delay and make sure you apply as soon as possible.  

All successful applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand and will be subject to a security check and reference checks.  Some of our roles may also require a credit check and/or a drug test. 

If you're interested in a role, please apply directly through our online portal. No one knows what we do and how we do it better than us, and our in-house talent team are experts at finding the right people for the right roles.  We won't consider candidates through agencies unless this has been previously approved. 

There's something really special about being part of the team here at NZ Post - Tukurau Aotearoa, who we are and what we stand for is grounded in our values.