General Manager Technology and Business Transformation

General Manager – Technology & Business Transformation

CentrePort | Wellington, NZ

Lead the digital evolution of one of Oceania’s most efficient ports. Change and Transformation with executive and board engagement

Based in Wellington, New Zealand

Executive permanent Transformation and Change role

Executive salary and benefits

About CentrePort

CentrePort is a full-service port and a strategic lifeline for Wellington and Central New Zealand. Independently ranked as Oceania’s most efficient container port for three consecutive years, we’re proud of our people, our performance, and our commitment to sustainability. With 30% compounding growth since FY22, we’re transforming – embracing innovation, digital infrastructure and technologies to deliver safe, efficient, and low-emission freight solutions whilst ensuring we continue to deliver financial performance for the region and shareholders.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a visionary General Manager – Technology & Business Transformation to lead CentrePort’s digital evolution. Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, this role will drive strategic technology initiatives that enhance performance, customer experience, and long-term value.

You’ll lead a high-impact transformation and change programmes focused on:

• Smart Port technologies including IoT, Digital Twins, AI, and Port Community Systems
• Commercially driven innovation that delivers measurable outcomes
• Cross-functional change leadership across operations, infrastructure, and customer services

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a nationally significant infrastructure asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a business-aligned technology strategy
• Lead digital transformation programmes with strong commercial oversight
• Champion innovation, data-driven decision-making, and modern ways of working
• Ensure cybersecurity, operational resilience, and technology governance
• Provide trusted advice to the CEO, Board, and Executive Team
• Build strategic partnerships with vendors and delivery partners

About You

You’re a strategic and commercially astute leader with:

• Executive-level experience or capability in technology, transformation, or digital strategy
• Proven success leading complex, organisation-wide technology change programmes
• Deep understanding of emerging technologies and their business applications
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A collaborative leadership style and a passion for innovation
• Tertiary qualifications in business, engineering, or information systems

Why CentrePort?

• Join a stable and high-performing executive team
• Lead a significant transformation programme
• Work in a purpose-driven organisation committed to sustainability and innovation
• Be part of a bold, ambitious, and customer-centric culture

Apply Now

If you’re ready to lead the digital future of CentrePort and make a lasting impact on New Zealand’s supply chain, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications close: 3^rd October 2025

Contact: Liam Brodie, e-mail: lbrodie@welovesalt.com, phone: 022 400 4144

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