Operations And Project Manager - 12 Month Maternity Leave Cover

Operations And Project Professional

VetSouth is a New Zealand-owned veterinary business, servicing communities through nine clinics across Southland and South Otago. We also are connected by an extended network of 33 clinics across NZ and Australia through our sister company.

We are seeking an experienced Operations and Project professional to join our team to cover for maternity leave. Contributing at a senior leadership level, this role is a key function in our management team structure. Our ideal candidate will be based in Invercargill, though as we make good use of technology in our business, we will consider applications from the wider region.

The Role:

• Collaborate with the wider organisation to streamline systems and standardise processes where practicable.
• Hold overall responsibility for managing business and process improvement initiatives.
• Provide oversight of Operations team activities, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Coordinate and manage key improvement projects.
• Oversee capital expenditure, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and adherence to budgetary constraints.
• Represent Operations within the VetSouth Leadership Group, contributing to strategic decision-making and organisational leadership.

Skills you'll need:

• Strong process mindset and the ability to work to deadlines.
• Outstanding communication skills and an ability to work with people at all levels.
• A high degree of organisational skills.
• Experience with systems and change management.
• Solid business acumen.

Why work for VetSouth:

• A supportive and well-functioning leadership group.
• A great local feel and deep community connections.
• Teamwork, fun, and social events to keep us connected and celebrated.
• A chance to work for a company invested in animal welfare and our communities.
• A culture that values wellbeing, teamwork, and having fun while getting the job done right.

If you'd love to work for a company that will give you insight into this dynamic and community focused industry, apply now!