Operations Manager - Oamaru
About this role
Operations Manager - Oamaru
Lead Operations in a Role That Keeps Communities Moving
Ritchies is looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead our Oamaru depot. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll oversee the day-to-day operation, ensuring our services are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the high standards our customers expect.
Our Oamaru depot operates a diverse range of services, including School routes, Urban and Tour operations, making this an exciting opportunity for a capable leader who enjoys variety and responsibility.
About Us
Ritchies is one of New Zealand's leading passenger transport companies, employing more than 3,000 people across the country. We partner with regional councils, schools, businesses, and communities to deliver safe and reliable transport services every day.
We're also on an exciting journey as we continue investing in a more sustainable future and work towards decarbonising our fleet across Aotearoa.
About the Role
As Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for:
- Leading and supporting depot staff
- Managing daily operations to ensure service delivery targets are met
- Overseeing rostering and scheduling activities
- Maintaining strong safety, compliance, and operational standards
- Building positive relationships with employees, customers, and stakeholders
- Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement across depot operations
About You
You are a confident and people-focused leader who enjoys building high-performing teams and delivering excellent operational outcomes.
You'll bring:
- Previous leadership or staff supervision experience
- Strong rostering, scheduling, or operational planning experience
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- The ability to communicate clearly with people at all levels
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability
- Good commercial and business awareness
- A proactive, self-motivated approach
- A genuine commitment to health and safety
It would be advantageous if you have experience in the public transport sector and hold a full, clean NZ Class 2 and/or Class 4 licence.
What We Offer
- A supportive and experienced leadership team
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- The chance to make a real impact in an essential service that supports local communities
- A stable role with one of New Zealand's leading transport providers
Interested?
We welcome applications from candidates who are currently in New Zealand and have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
Company at a glance
Ritchies is one of New Zealand’s most successful urban and charter transport operators – a proven and dependable service provider with a strong performance history. Established in 1935 in the small South Island town of Temuka, Ritchies has grown to become the second-largest passenger transport company in New Zealand, with a fleet of more than 1,700 vehicles and over 2,200 employees.
Top Benefits
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Supportive leadership team
- Stable role
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