Parts Leading Hand

John Deere

Rotorua, New Zealand
On-site
Parts operations leadership
Inventory management with ifs
Customer service excellence
The Parts Leading Hand is responsible for leading day‑to‑day parts operations to ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely supply of Waratah parts across New Zealand

Job Summary

  • The Parts Leading Hand is responsible for leading day‑to‑day parts operations to ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely supply of Waratah parts across New Zealand.
  • This role combines hands‑on operational responsibility with team leadership, process ownership, and accountability for service delivery outcomes.
  • Waratah Forestry Services is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and values integrity, quality, commitment, and innovation.

Matching Summary

The Parts Leading Hand is responsible for leading day‑to‑day parts operations to ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely supply of Waratah parts across New Zealand.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Parts operations leadership
  • Inventory management with IFS
  • Customer service excellence
  • Operational decision making
  • Health and safety compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Process improvement leadership
  • Strong communication skills
  • Team leadership and motivation

Key Requirements

  • Proven customer service experience
  • Knowledge of Waratah products and parts
  • Experience with IFS and inventory systems
  • Ability to lead and influence teams
  • Appropriate work authorisations for New Zealand

Work Rights

Appropriate work authorisations required

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