Asset Management Leader Combat Vehicles

2 weeks ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Mō te tūnga | About the role

You will be leading the Combat Vehicles Equipment Management Group for current and future armoured vehicles for Defence Equipment Management Organisation (DEMO) within the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF).

This role shapes, influences and leads the delivery of responsive, cost effective, asset management to enable the NZDF to meet its strategic and operational objectives.


A typical day may include:

  • Overseeing the management of resources for the asset management team and providing practical input into the NZDF capability life cycle phases including definition, delivery (equipment acquisition), inservice, and the disposal phase.
  • Leading development of asset management strategy and policy in support of NZDF's armoured vehicle fleets.
  • Managing contract and maintenance budgets, and vendor relationships.
  • Providing innovative and outofthebox thinking for creative asset management solutions.
  • Providing strong people management for a diverse high performing team.
  • Liaising with NZDF and industry stakeholders.

Please note:

  • This is a 3 year fixedterm agreement.
  • The formal title for this role within NZDF is Equipment Management Group Leader Combat Vehicles.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

You will have outstanding relationship management skills with an ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organisation and industry.

This role requires an experienced leader with demonstrated people management skills to coach and develop a high functioning, diverse team, as well as a commitment to excellence, results driven, strong attention to detail and exceptional facilitation skills.


Ideally, you will also have:

  • Experience in asset management or logistics related industry, with experience in managing people.
  • Proven experience with financial management, including budget planning and contract management.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to interact, negotiate and present to senior leadership.
  • The proven ability to operate interchangeably at both strategic and operational service delivery levels.
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
Recent experience and knowledge within asset management, maintenance, engineering, and/or logistics would be an advantage.

Please note:

The successful applicant will hold a NZ Driver's license, as well as an ability to travel domestically at short notice, and overseas as required.

Mō mātou | About Us

The Defence Equipment Management Organisation (DEMO) is responsible for providing proactive, responsive and effective strategic in-service equipment fleet management and full life-cycle Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) advice to support delivery of the NZDF's outputs.

Our focus is on equipment and related commodities and consumables, and ensuring they are available at the right time and standard to enable the Army, Air Force and Navy to achieve the right effect.

Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand.

As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you
We are a great bunch of people who manage equipment that is critical to New Zealand's defence.

We are committed to building a DEMO culture where we strive to be better every day, inspire others to succeed and are proud of the work we do for New Zealand.

Our Recognition and Rewards programme creates an environment where employees feel valued, appreciated and inspired to do their best.

We have a leadership team committed to the development of our people and you will find that learning opportunities abound at DEMO.

Along with the opportunity to do meaningful work, our people enjoy generous employment conditions including the opportunity for flexible work arrangements, 25 days of annual leave and Member Insurance Benefit Programme (MIBP) which includes life and terminal illness benefits.

Combined with a calendar of cultural events, DEMO offers a great work environment where you can realise your full potential.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
To view the Position Description and to Apply, please use the links on this page.

Please note:

  • Applicants will be required to undergo a preemployment drug screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.
Applications close on Sunday 10 September 2023.

Please note:

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for.

The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:

Higher level Security Clearance
- most preferably a NZ citizen who has resided continuously in

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