Equipment Manager Health

About the role Mō te tūnga Defence Equipment Management Organisation (DEMO) is responsible for providing proactive, responsive and effective strategic in-service, life cycle fleet management and integrated logistic support (ILS) advice to support delivery of the NZDF's outputs. As the Equipment Manager Health, you will lead the strategic lifecycle management of NZDF's health and medical equipment fleets, ensuring they remain safe, compliant, operationally ready, and available when needed. You will provide leadership and expert advice across equipment planning, acquisition, maintenance, upgrades, and disposal activities. This is a highly visible leadership role that combines strategic thinking and operational delivery. Working closely with military personnel, engineers, manufacturers, suppliers, and industry partners, you will optimise fleet performance, manage risk, and ensure the cost-effective delivery of health equipment capabilities. You will drive continuous improvement while ensuring NZDF health equipment capabilities support both current and future operational requirements. Key responsibilities include: Leading the through-life management of health and medical equipment fleets. Providing strategic advice on equipment planning, procurement, and capability development. Managing maintenance, repair, overhaul, and obsolescence activities. Building and managing relationships with user, suppliers, contractors, and stakeholders. This role is based in Trentham. 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. Combined with a calendar of cultural events, DEMO offers a great work environment where you can realise your full potential. Skills and Experience We're looking for a confident and tactful communicator, who can build credibility with stakeholders and senior leaders across a complex organisation. You will bring significant experience in equipment, asset, fleet, supply chain, or Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) management, with the ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels. Using strong analytical skills, you'll be comfortable interpreting data, identifying opportunities for improvement, and delivering practical, business focused outcomes. Experience working with regulated health equipment, procurement, defence government, or similarly complex operational environments will be highly regarded. We are looking for someone with: Demonstrated expertise in the lifecycle management of equipment, assets, fleets, or logistics support systems. Strong stakeholder, contract, vendor, and relationship management skills. Experience leading and developing high‑performing teams. Knowledge of asset management, engineering management, or ERP systems such as SAP. A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in logistics, supply management, engineering, asset management, or related equipment. An understanding of military logistics is highly desirable. This role requires domestic travel and occasional travel overseas. You need to have a Class 1 Full Driver's Licence. What's in it for you The salary for this role ranges from $97,344 - $107,485, inclusive of a 4% superannuation contribution. Appointments within this range are based on skills and experience. Safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website. NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all – irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics – NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives. #J-18808-Ljbffr