Warehouse Team Leader

Job Description

Kia Ora!

Are you ready to lead and ensure seamless logistics that help keep Air New Zealand flying? We have permanent opportunities for experienced Warehouse Team Leaders in Christchurch to drive high performance and operational excellence across our Logistics operations.

What you’ll be doing

As Warehouse Team Leader, you’ll lead a team of logistics professionals delivering warehousing, freight, tooling, and inventory services to both internal and external customers. You’ll ensure efficient, cost-effective operations while maintaining high safety and compliance standards.

In This Role, You Will:

• Lead and develop a high-performing logistics team focused on safety, performance, and continuous improvement
• Manage warehouse operations including staff supervision, resourcing, system improvements and emergency response
• Deliver on KPIs and operational SLAs including stock integrity, availability, and inventory targets
• Champion process innovation and digital tools to drive efficiency and reduce cost
• Oversee compliance with all health, safety and environmental regulations
• What we’re looking for
• To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to developing talent
• A track record of performance delivery and continuous improvement
• An understanding of inventory control, warehouse systems, and freight management
• Experience managing health, safety and regulatory compliance requirements

Bonus skills we’d love to see:

• SAP Experience
• Aviation Experience
• Dangerous Goods Certification
• Fork Hoist licence
• What we can offer you
• We want our people to live their best lives and access great benefits that support their lives outside work. In this role, you’ll enjoy:
• Discounted flights for you and your whānau to explore Aotearoa and the world
• Access to KoruHealth medical cover and discounted Southern Cross options
• FlexiLeave lets you purchase up to 4 extra weeks off each year
• A supportive learning culture with on-the-job development and mentoring
• Tools, resources and support to help you grow a career in aviation logistics

Take flight and apply now

This is your chance to lead a vital team at the core of our airline’s success. Bring your passion for logistics, people, and performance. If you are interested, please submit an online application via the Air New Zealand Careers site.

Applications close – 22nd September 2025

Additional Information

At Air New Zealand, we are proudly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and believe in creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Our people are our greatest asset – because while everything else we do in our operation can be replicated by our competitors, it is our people that truly set us apart. We are firm believers in celebrating the differences and diversity of thought our people bring to their roles.

Whāia te pae tawhiti kia tata. Ko te pae tata whakamaua, kia tina.

"Seek to bring distant horizons closer. Once near, seize them and make them your reality."