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Lineage Logistics

Lineage Logistics

Operations
Otago, New Zealand
Posted on Jul 14, 2025

Lineage is the world's largest temperature-controlled industrial REIT and logistics solutions provider, with a global network of over 400 facilities, spanning 25 countries across North & South America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.

Working a Lineage is not just a job - it's an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world. As a member of the Lineage team, you are a critical link in the food supply chain.

The Asia-Pacific region currently includes Australia, New Zealand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and Singapore employing nearly 2,500 team members.

• Become a key member in our operations team
• Great long-term career prospects
• Co-operative and supportive culture

About the Role
Reporting to the General Manager and leading a team of over 30 staff, we’re seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager, Operations to drive performance, enhance customer satisfaction, and inspire a culture of excellence and safety. This is a fast-paced, hands-on leadership role requiring a balance of strategic thinking and operational execution.

Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:

  • Championing health and safety processes to maintain a safe and compliant work environment

  • Ensuring the smooth, efficient, and cost-effective day-to-day running of the facility

  • Providing strong, positive, and motivational leadership to staff

  • Strengthening and developing long-term customer relationships

  • Maintaining inventory integrity and ensuring accurate stock management

  • Overseeing the maintenance and operational readiness of all site assets

  • Ensuring compliance with Lineage Logistics standards and all relevant regulatory requirements

About You
We’re looking for a proven leader who:

  • Has a strong commitment to health and safety best practices

  • Thrives in developing high-performing teams and supporting staff growth

  • Brings experience in cold storage or related logistics industries (preferred)

  • Is highly organised, with strong attention to detail

  • Is customer-focused and commercially astute

  • Has the right to work in New Zealand

What We Offer
Lineage Logistics provides a supportive, inclusive workplace where people are treated fairly and equitably. We offer:

  • A positive and collaborative work environment

  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Competitive remuneration and career growth opportunities

Apply Now
Applications close 5:00pm, Friday 1 August 2025

Please note: Appointment is subject to reference checks and a pre-employment medical assessment (including drug testing). Lineage Logistics is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

Why Lineage?

Lineage is more than just a cold storage logistics business. We’re focused on being a vibrant, innovative and progressive employer where all our teams work safely, harmoniously and efficiently toward a common purpose - transforming the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world.

Lineage is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic work environment and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.



Benefits

Lineage provides a safe, stable and reliable work environment and offers;

  • Competitive pay

  • Retail discounts as some of New Zealand’s largest retailers (via the Boost Scheme)

  • 8 hours of paid volunteer time to contribute in the community

  • An employee assistance programme