Planner

Are you a great communicator, with excellent planning and problem-solving skills? Then this could be the opportunity for you! CentrePort's Container Services is one of the powerful engines driving CentrePort's growth. We are investing in new technology combined with quality people to deliver an innovative, high performing, customer-focused service that's effective and efficient and you get to be part of this supportive team! We are looking for a driven Planner to join the team involved in optimising the day-to-day container terminal operations in a 24/7 setting.  You will plan and oversee the yard, vessel and receival and delivery operation and effectively allocate resources safely and in the most cost-effective way so that business needs are met.  This is an opportunity to work collaboratively and efficiently to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction and safety.   Your success in this role will be defined by the following attributes:Your experience in a planning and/or roster management role within a similar environment.A high level awareness of Health and Safety in the workplace.Highly organised, solution focused and the ability to make decisions in a changing work environment.Ability to communicate with other teams in the business to ensure the required resource and customer requirements are met.An understanding of collective and individual employment agreements and how these are applied.The flexibility to undertake shift and weekend work      What’s in for you? You will engage in interesting and diverse work and be part of a team that makes great things happen every day. We lead with our Values, and we’re offering you an enviable work environment where you can be your best self.    Please note CentrePort is an Alcohol and Drug free workplace; pre-employment testing is part of our recruitment process. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand. CentrePort supports an environment of diversity and inclusion.  We are committed to equal employment opportunities and therefore, encourage applications from different backgrounds. To ensure our recruitment process is fully accessible, please let us know if you require any support or have any accessibility requirement.  Don’t miss out on being part of a great team!   Applications close Tuesday 28 October 2025.Position Description AUD Wellington 6011

Planner

  • A Port that’s growing for the future of Wellington and Central New Zealand
  • Bring your strong planning experience in this rewarding role
  • Exciting time to join our dynamic organisation as we make things happen

Are you a great communicator, with excellent planning and problem-solving skills? Then this could be the opportunity for you!

 

CentrePort's Container Services is one of the powerful engines driving CentrePort's growth. We are investing in new technology combined with quality people to deliver an innovative, high performing, customer-focused service that's effective and efficient and you get to be part of this supportive team!

 

We are looking for a driven Planner to join the team involved in optimising the day-to-day container terminal operations in a 24/7 setting.  You will plan and oversee the yard, vessel and receival and delivery operation and effectively allocate resources safely and in the most cost-effective way so that business needs are met.  This is an opportunity to work collaboratively and efficiently to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction and safety. 

 

Your success in this role will be defined by the following attributes:

  • Your experience in a planning and/or roster management role within a similar environment.
  • A high level awareness of Health and Safety in the workplace.
  • Highly organised, solution focused and the ability to make decisions in a changing work environment.
  • Ability to communicate with other teams in the business to ensure the required resource and customer requirements are met.
  • An understanding of collective and individual employment agreements and how these are applied.
  • The flexibility to undertake shift and weekend work    

 

What’s in for you? You will engage in interesting and diverse work and be part of a team that makes great things happen every day. We lead with our Values, and we’re offering you an enviable work environment where you can be your best self.  

 

Please note CentrePort is an Alcohol and Drug free workplace; pre-employment testing is part of our recruitment process. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand.

 

CentrePort supports an environment of diversity and inclusion.  We are committed to equal employment opportunities and therefore, encourage applications from different backgrounds. To ensure our recruitment process is fully accessible, please let us know if you require any support or have any accessibility requirement.

 

Don’t miss out on being part of a great team! 

 

Applications close Tuesday 28 October 2025.

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CentrePort recognises that our ability to serve the needs of our customers and community is determined by our people. We employ people from a diverse range of professions including technical, engineering, nautical, administrative, financial, human resources, information technology, sales and marketing, and management. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to diversity in the workplace.