Director - Timaru District Holdings Limited (Tdhl)

4 days ago


Timaru, New Zealand Timaru District Council Full time

Timaru District Holdings Limited (TDHL) is a Council Controlled Trading Organisation which is a 100% owned subsidiary of Timaru District Council. With a purpose to invest, hold and manage commercial assets, adding value and strategic support to the Timaru District. TDHL actively oversees its property portfolio to ensure optimal commercial returns.

TDHL also oversees the governance of the associate trading companies, through actively engaging with Boards, fellow shareholders and joint venture partners. With a 50% shareholding in Prime Port Timaru Ltd and 47.5% shareholding in Alpine Energy Ltd, TDHL holds an industrial property portfolio of approximately $70 million, predominantly around the Timaru Port and Washdyke Industrial Areas.

We are seeking one to two directors to join our Board, activating the TDHL strategy for the benefit of the Timaru District.

**Skills/Competencies required**

Ideal skills and experience of interest for the directorship/s include:

- Proven governance experience and effective strategic planning knowledge;
- Commercial expertise/business development/investment experience;
- Strategic change/mergers experience;
- Experience engaging with multiple stakeholders;
- Relevant sector experience, e.g. property, local Government, engineering, transport and logistics, infrastructure;
- Timaru District residence for one appointment.

The successful applicants will also need to demonstrate:

- A high level of emotional intelligence and reputation for trustworthiness, openness and integrity;
- The ability to challenge assumptions and ensure discussions are constructive in a strategic environment;
- Capacity to commit sufficient time to the role.

**Website**

Applications close on 4th September 2025. Interviews will be held on 16th September 2025 in Timaru.



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