Brief

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within a unique, multi-faceted organisation operating at the intersection of infrastructure, tourism, and conservation in the Coromandel region. With a diverse asset base spanning rail, buildings, public facilities, and specialised equipment, the organisation is focused on delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality experiences for visitors while maintaining a strong commitment to long-term sustainability and stewardship.
Reporting directly to the CEO, this role sits on the senior leadership team and is responsible for shaping and delivering the strategy across infrastructure, asset management, and health & safety.

What’s in it for you

This position offers the chance to lead a broad and complex asset portfolio in a setting that is anything but conventional. You’ll play a pivotal role in influencing organisational direction, driving continuous improvement, and embedding a high-performing safety culture.
You’ll be working across a diverse range of assets—from operational rail infrastructure and visitor facilities through to specialised plant and unique environments—providing both strategic challenge and hands-on leadership. The role offers genuine scope to make a lasting impact, with visibility at Board level and the autonomy to shape long-term asset and safety strategies.
Alongside this, you’ll join a values-driven leadership team in a collaborative environment where innovation, sustainability, and practical problem-solving are highly regarded. The location offers an exceptional lifestyle balance, combining meaningful work with access to some of New Zealand’s most sought-after natural surroundings.

Non-Negotiables

• Proven senior leadership experience across asset management, infrastructure, facilities, and/or health & safety
• Strong working knowledge of New Zealand health and safety legislation and regulatory frameworks
• Demonstrated experience leading and improving safety management systems in complex, operational environments
• Track record of managing diverse asset portfolios, including maintenance, renewals, and compliance
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing contractors to deliver outcomes
• Ability to balance strategic planning with operational delivery in a safety-critical environment
• Strong reporting, communication, and stakeholder engagement capability
• Willingness to participate in an on-call roster and be based within close proximity to site

Desirables

• Experience in tourism, transport, heritage, or similarly complex operational environments
• Exposure to rail, mechanical systems, or specialised infrastructure assets
• Interest in conservation, arts, or community-focused organisations
• Experience engaging with regulatory bodies and leading audits
• Ability to deputise at an executive level when required

Next Steps If you’re looking for a role that combines strategic leadership with hands-on impact—and offers the chance to shape infrastructure and safety outcomes in a truly distinctive environment—we’d like to hear from you. Please click on the link to apply or email catherine@84recruitment.co.nz.