General Manager Jobs

MORE ABOUT THIS ROLE

To become a General Manager in New Zealand’s Engineering industry, it’s recommended to already have extensive industry and management expertise from working in a supervisory-level role. In addition, possessing qualifications in managing people, budgets and projects will be hugely beneficial.

Typical Responsibilities

• Creating operational plans
• Deciding how teams will work towards business goals
• Setting and reporting budgets and expenses
• Ensuring Health & Safety standards are met
• Ensuring quality assurance and legal requirements are met
• Organising the training and development of staff

Progression

Most General Managers will progress their careers further in Operational Management and go on to either become executives or specialise in other business areas such as Finance, HR or Health & Safety.