Qantas Defence Services in NZ
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Qantas Defence Services in NZ
Saw the below ad on seek.co.nz, does anyone know what QDS are planning to do here?
There's barely enough work for one player in the local defence market, and Air NZ already own it.
Program Manager
Your new position as New Zealand Program Manager will see you project managing the development of a New Zealand branch of Qantas Defence Services. Initially based in Auckland, NZ this role will be responsible for initial set up and full ongoing services of all new NZ based businesses, including the management of all aspects of repairs and maintenance activities.
In return, Qantas Defence Services will offer you a diverse and attractive range of benefits, and a variety of career options arising from the complexity and specialisation of the various businesses.
You will be responsible for:
There's barely enough work for one player in the local defence market, and Air NZ already own it.
Program Manager
- Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and evolving business
- Start-up operation for Qantas Defence Services in New Zealand
- Executive level role - Initial 6 month fixed term contract
Your new position as New Zealand Program Manager will see you project managing the development of a New Zealand branch of Qantas Defence Services. Initially based in Auckland, NZ this role will be responsible for initial set up and full ongoing services of all new NZ based businesses, including the management of all aspects of repairs and maintenance activities.
In return, Qantas Defence Services will offer you a diverse and attractive range of benefits, and a variety of career options arising from the complexity and specialisation of the various businesses.
You will be responsible for:
- Developing the QDS New Zealand Strategic and Operational plans;
- Providing effective management and leadership for the QDS NZ business unit;
- Effective communications with stakeholders;
- Ensuring consistency and adherence to Qantas Group Policies and customer directives;
- Developing and meeting revenue and other financial goals; and
- Managing all requirements for off site program technical support for sub-contracted repair, overhaul & maintenance activities.
- Tertiary qualification in Engineering or Business or equivalent experience;
- Proven experience in Project Management, ideally within a defence environment;
- Experience in developing Business Plans and meeting targets;
- Extensive People Management and Coaching experience with proven ability to motivate staff and generate high performing teams;
- Familiarity with CASA/FAA/EASA Regulatory environments and requirements;
- Sound knowledge of OH&S Regulations and safety programs; and
- Ability to hold and maintain relevant Defence Clearance.
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Probably looking at setting up shop in NZ so they can ship all their Australian Defence Force work over there on the cheap. Along with their Onestar cadets, trans-tasman pilots, cabin crew and whoever else they've outsourced to NZ over the last decade. Pretty soon Qantas/Onestar will be the national airline of NZ. 
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China.... India.... NZ.... I guess most 3rd world countries are cheaper than Australia 
I know the perfect candidate for this job! Speaks fluent Kiwi, has management experience in QF and in defence facilities!!
I know the perfect candidate for this job! Speaks fluent Kiwi, has management experience in QF and in defence facilities!!
