Regional Manager - South Island
sgs
Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand · Christchurch · New Zealand
Posted Jun 4, 2026
- Full-time
- On-site
- Management, General Administration and Support Functions
- Mid-Senior Level
sgs
Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand · Christchurch · New Zealand
Posted Jun 4, 2026
Company Description Lead a high-performing team and drive the growth of regulatory services across the South Island with SGS—a global leader in inspection, testing, and certification. SGS operates a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. Job Description Based in Christchurch, you will lead and grow SGS’s Regulatory business across the South Island. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will drive performance, develop your team, and ensure operational excellence. Key responsibilities include: Leading and developing high-performing team of Engineer Surveyors Driving a culture of safety, teamwork, and customer satisfaction Managing day-to-day operations, including scheduling, job delivery, timesheets, and invoicing Owning the P&L and improving business performance and efficiency Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities across the region Building and maintaining strong client relationships Qualifications To be successful in this role, you will bring: Experience within the engineering, regulatory, or Industrial services sector Proven leadership experience, ideally managing technical teams Strong ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Commercial acumen, including understanding of financial performance (P&L) Sound knowledge of statutory, regulatory, and safety requirements A Mechanical Engineering degree (preferred) Relevant CBIP qualifications would be an advantage Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Additional Information What we offer Join a globally recognised organisation with a strong reputation for quality and integrity Take ownership of a key leadership role with real influence Be part of a supportive, experienced team Enjoy the lifestyle and opportunities the South Island has to offer Apply now If you're ready to step into a pivotal leadership role and drive the future of regulatory services at SGS, we’d love to hear from you. Videos To Watch