Environmental Services Managerat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato -
About the RoleThis position is open exclusively to Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora staff only.As the Environmental Services Manager for Community & Rural Hospitals, you will play a key role in the critical daily delivery of food production for the Waikato rural hospitals, cafeteria and community.The role also collaborates with the senior leadership teams in identifying and implementing changes to service delivery and business processes.
This includes overseeing use of facility space, resource and environment management of our rural hospitals, community bases and accommodation sites.If you enjoy variety and challenge in your work, this role will not disappoint ! Click here to view the position description.
About the Team/ServiceThe team consists of the dietary service teams at the rural hospital sites (Thames, Tokoroa, Te Kuiti and Taumarunui) as well as working alongside the operations managers and senior leadership teams in change management processes.
The team members are from a wide variety of disciplines and values the strengths of each other. About youAs an experienced manager of people and food services, you will have:Relevant demonstrated experience and qualifications in food service management and delivery.Ability to be flexible working in a dynamic environment while navigating multiple challenges.At least 5 years experience in operational management in a large and complex environment.Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process and service improvement in collaboration with key stakeholders.NZ Drivers license. Working at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.
We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to ApplyTo apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking hereAll applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on 24 February 2026.If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kaitlin Basson at Kaitlin.Basson@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.