Ka whati te tai, ka pao te tōrea

When opportunity arises, we must be ready to strike before it passes.

About the role

Lead the team responsible for developing and maintaining operational capability across one of New Zealand’s busiest ports.

Reporting to the Training & Development Manager, you will lead and support LPC’s operational training team while coordinating and prioritising training activity across our operational workforce. Your focus will be ensuring our people are trained, competent, and ready to work safely in a high-risk environment.

Working closely with operational leaders, trainers, and subject matter experts, you will enable the effective delivery of training that is practical, relevant, and aligned with how work is actually performed. Acting as a key contact for operational leaders, you will provide day-to-day leadership to trainers, maintain training records and capability reporting, and support safe, compliant, and effective ways of working across operations.

This is a hands-on role at the centre of operations. Priorities can shift quickly, so you will need to stay organised, make sound decisions, and maintain focus on what matters most. You will also contribute to the ongoing development of training standards, systems, processes, and capability frameworks to ensure LPC continues to build a skilled and capable workforce.

What sets you apart

You are practical, credible, and comfortable working in operational environments where priorities compete and decisions need to be made.

You enjoy working alongside people, building trusted relationships, and finding practical solutions. Whether supporting trainers, working with operational leaders, or planning future training activity, you bring clarity, consistency, and a focus on outcomes. We know great training leaders come from a range of backgrounds. If you are a capable people leader with operational experience, a practical mindset, and a passion for developing others, we would love to hear from you.

• Experience in operational environments where safety, capability, and workforce readiness are critical
• Experience leading or coordinating a team and working with operational leaders and subject matter experts
• Strong planning, prioritisation, and coordination skills in fast-moving environments
• Confident communicator who builds trust and provides practical guidance
• Experience using learning management systems and maintaining accurate training records
• Level 4 Adult Education qualification desired, however not required for the right candidate

Benefits of joining the LPC team

Time – We offer five weeks of annual leave, giving you plenty of time to relax, recharge, and spend with the people and activities you love.

Wellbeing – Your health matters. We provide access to TELUS Health for you and your household, offering confidential support and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. We also offer health insurance through Southern Cross for you as an employee. You’ll also receive gym membership discounts at Christchurch City Council facilities and 10 sick days from day one.

Family – Our leading parental leave policy supports both primary and secondary caregivers. Primary caregivers receive 26 additional weeks at the same rate as IRD, secondary carers receive four weeks of paid leave, and we protect your superannuation contributions - along with other great benefits.

Fun – Join our social club or get involved in exciting activities organised by Te Whakaroopu (our Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Belonging Committee).

Learning – We invest in your growth! Explore LearningHub (our learning management system), take advantage of professional development opportunities and benefit from on the job learning and coaching to develop your skills and progress your career.

LPC is a proud member of Diversity Works and the Pride Pledge, reinforcing our commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

This role sits within a broader internal salary band reflecting relativities across the organisation for the same or similar sized roles and performance. New appointments will be made in the range of $84,037 to $93,923 inclusive of KiwiSaver and will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role

About LPC

Lyttelton Port Company (LPC) is the South Island's largest international trade gateway, focused on facilitating the growth of trade for Christchurch, Canterbury, and the wider South Island. Our services are critical to the success of a diverse range of exporters and importers and supporting thousands of jobs in the region. Sustainability and the safety of our people are at the centre of everything we do. This is an exciting time to join LPC.

Pre-employment Requirements

LPC require all successful candidates to pass a Pre-employment assessment which includes a Health Assessment, a Drug and Alcohol Test, Pre-Employment Ministry of Justice Check, a TORO check and a Pre-employment ACC Check.

Eligibility

Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand is a requirement

Apply for this role

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, we’d love to hear from you. Click apply to submit your application.

Applications close: Sunday 5th July, 5pm

For further information, please email recruitment@lpc.co.nz