Real NZ is a leading company committed to delivering extraordinary guest experiences. We've identified technology as a critical enabler of our business strategy and are investing to transform our ways of working. We're seeking a visionary leader to join our team and drive our technological future. As the General Manager of Technology, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing technology strategies to support Real NZ in achieving our business objectives. You'll lead a high-performing team, provide thought leadership, and drive innovation to ensure we're continuously improving and staying ahead in the digital landscape. This role will see you collaborating closely with the Executive team to define and drive our technology strategy, ensuring it aligns seamlessly with Real NZ's overall strategic plan. Your role encompasses overseeing all technology assets, budgets, and vendor relationships to optimise performance and cost-effectiveness. You'll lead transformative programmes within the technology domain, managing projects from inception to successful implementation. A critical aspect of your role involves developing and maintaining the enterprise architecture, establishing robust standards and governance processes. You'll be responsible for overseeing all security protocols to safeguard data integrity and protect against cyber threats. Building strong partnerships with key business stakeholders, you'll ensure our technology platforms are fit for purpose and continuously improved. Additionally, you'll manage new technology projects, guiding them from requirements definition through to implementation, always ensuring alignment with our architectural principles. Who are we looking for? We are seeking a technology thought leader with a strategic vision and innovative mindset, capable of translating emerging trends into tangible business opportunities. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, adept at interpreting data and transforming insights into actionable strategies. We value critical thinking and robust problem-solving abilities, coupled with the resilience to navigate complex challenges. Self-awareness is crucial, as is the capacity to connect and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organisation. We're looking for someone who can not only drive technological advancement but also inspire and lead teams through transformative change. What do you get from this?
Opportunity to shape the technological future of a leading company in extraordinary experiences
Permanent Full-Time role
Medical insurance included in your remuneration package
Some amazing staff benefits including a free Cardrona x Treble Cone Pass, and additional discounts on F&B, retail, rentals, lessons & accommodation.
Take a friend for free with you to explore some of Real NZ's most memorable experiences - jet boating, rafting, Te Anau Glowworm Caves, Doubtful Sound, Rakiura and the International Antarctic Centre. What an awesome opportunity to explore our back yard without spending a fortune!
Who are we? We are real people in real places delivering real experiences. Enabled by tourism, our vision is to be a leading conservation business. We are committed to the future of sustainable tourism while honouring our past. Our guest centric attitude is fuelled by our promise to deliver Aotearoa's most unforgettable experiences. Here at Real NZ we encourage people to be themselves, respect the environments we operate in and respect each other. We are committed to empowering people, so they can have a voice, be heard and be present. Our people and our experiences stretch across our most remote islands and fiords to our snow-capped maunga; we are a diverse group of people, and our passion to share incredible environments and experiences with guests drives us every day. Join us on our mission to conserve nature, share our history and culture and have fun every step of the way. How to apply: Click "apply now" to be taken to the application on our careers site. Please note that we will be interviewing candidates as they apply, and if the right person is found, we may close the role off to any further applications.