Regional Manager - South Island

sgs· Management, General Administration and Support Functions
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📍 Canterbury Region📍 Christchurch📍 Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand📍 nzFull time

About this role

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

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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.

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This Regional Manager - South Island role at sgs is based in Canterbury Region, Christchurch, Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand, nz. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This Regional Manager - South Island position at sgs was posted on Jun 4, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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