Kaitaki Hangarau, Kaipūhanga Pūmanawa Technology Manager, Software Engineering

Z has a clear purpose: Powering better journeys, today and tomorrow. As one of New Zealand’s largest transport energy companies, we have a commitment to delivering safe, secure, and reliable transport energy – with the opportunity to deliver new journeys, with new energy solutions in a changing world. We are proud to be the Kiwi contingent in the Ampol Group, an independent Trans-Tasman energy company, with trading offices across the globe, which are united behind our shared purpose. While many of the challenges and opportunities we face go beyond national boundaries, together we have the scale, influence, and capability to deliver for our customers, communities, and our people. Tech, Digital & Data @ Ampol As we embark on our digital transformation, we are committed to making Ampol easier to work with and within, enhancing every interaction through innovative solutions. Our approach is anchored in data-driven decision-making and advanced technology integration, allowing us to create seamless and personalised customer experiences that truly resonate. By prioritizing value-based decisions and outcomes, we ensure that our digital transformation will drive meaningful impact and measurable outcomes. We are dedicated to empowering our business through technology-enabled differentiation, strengthening our foundations to build sustainable value for the future. Our team thrives on the challenge of innovation—dreaming up big ideas, questioning the norm, and tackling complex problems. Together, we are shaping a future that not only meets the needs of today but anticipates the demands of tomorrow. Join us as we embrace this journey of transformation, committed to delivering exceptional value and experiences that make a lasting impact on our business, customers and industry. You will have the opportunity to: By integrating modern engineering approaches and fostering a culture of constant innovation, our Engineers connect and build the technology tools that help the Ampol Group work smarter, faster, and more efficiently; that not only support current needs but also scale effortlessly for future growth. We're currently searching for an experienced Technology Manager, Software Engineering to lead a team of technology and engineering professionals, ensuring the delivery of scalable, secure and fit-for-purpose solutions that align with business needs, enterprise architecture and technology standards. As Technology Manager, Software Engineering you'll play a critical leadership role across the delivery and operation of technology solutions within your portfolio. You'll work closely with business stakeholders, architects, engineering teams and technology leaders to drive operational excellence, uplift capability and ensure technology outcomes support Ampol/Z’s broader strategy. This is a people leadership role where you'll develop high-performing teams, provide coaching and direction, and foster a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous improvement. What you’ll bring to Z: Leading and growing a team of talented software engineers, creating an environment where people are empowered to do their best work and continuously develop their skills. Building a strong engineering culture focused on quality, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. Partnering with Product, Architecture and Delivery leaders to turn business priorities into scalable, reliable and maintainable technology solutions. Driving engineering excellence through modern software development practices, automation, quality engineering and a strong focus on operational performance. Helping teams deliver value faster by removing barriers, simplifying processes and fostering a culture of ownership. Guiding technical decision making, ensuring solutions are fit for purpose today while supporting Ampol's long-term technology strategy. Coaching and mentoring engineers and technical leaders, building capability and creating clear pathways for growth and progression. Encouraging experimentation, innovation and continuous learning while balancing pragmatism, risk and delivery outcomes. Working across multiple squads and stakeholders to align priorities, strengthen collaboration and deliver outcomes that matter to our customers and business. About you You are a people-focused technology leader who thrives in complex environments and enjoys balancing strategic thinking with practical delivery. You'll bring: Proven experience leading and developing software engineering teams in a complex enterprise environment. Strong software engineering foundations, with the ability to provide technical leadership, challenge thinking and guide teams toward sound engineering outcomes. Experience delivering and supporting business-critical applications and platforms at scale. A strong understanding of modern engineering practices, including agile delivery, DevOps, CI/CD, quality engineering, observability and operational excellence. Ability to balance short-term delivery needs with long-term platform sustainability, resilience and technical debt management. Experience establishing engineering standards, ways of working and governance that drive quality, consistency and maintainability. A passion for building high-performing teams through coaching, mentoring, talent development and creating clear career pathways. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business outcomes and influence decision-making at all levels. A continuous improvement mindset, with a focus on uplifting engineering capability, driving innovation and improving delivery effectiveness across teams. Comfortable operating in complexity, navigating ambiguity and making pragmatic decisions that enable teams to deliver value quickly while managing risk. 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. Don’t meet every single requirement? At Z we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. What we can offer you A competitive remuneration package including short-term incentive 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 balance of hybrid working, enjoy some of your week at home and some in our welcoming office space 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 of 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 The base salary range for this role is $166,000.00 to $210,500.00 per annum, plus 15% STI based on company performance, a 5% KiwiSaver employer contribution and health insurance through Southern Cross. Why Z? Z has always been a proud Kiwi company. We’re aspirational for our future, confident of our role in Aotearoa New Zealand’s success and deeply loyal to our customers, communities and people. At Z we focus on achieving extraordinary outcomes by setting the appropriate context, rather than by telling our people what to do. By doing this, high performing and talented people deliver better results and are more personally fulfilled. We care deeply for our people while pushing them to achieve their best as individuals and collectively as an organisation. Our flexible working approach and Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick accreditations - backed by our strong company values, Tū Kaha Stand Up, Tū Maia Speak Out, Tū Kotahi Side by Side - 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. One of the things we stand for at Z is Diversity & Inclusion. It is our belief that having a diverse workforce make it possible for our people to truly be themselves and deliver on our aspirations for Z. We’re distinctive in our approach and if you’re up for a challenge, we’d love you to be part of it. If Z sounds like a place you believe you can add value and grow your own capability, then make sure you read Our Why . This is our founding document and provides further insights in what it means to part of the Z whānau. If Z feels like a good match for your head and your heart, come join us for one heck of a journey! Whakauru | Apply We care deeply for our people while pushing them to achieve their best as individuals and collectively as an organisation. Our flexible working approach and Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick accreditations - backed by our strong Group values, Whakatika Move as One, Whakaora Make it Happen, Whakamana Make it Count - 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. One of the things we stand for at Z is Diversity & Inclusion. It is our belief that having a diverse workforce make it possible for our people to truly be themselves and deliver on our aspirations for Z.