Hoa Umanga Hangarau Technology Business Partner - Z

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Z Energy seeks a Hoa Umanga Hangarau Technology Business Partner Z in Wellington for a full-time onsite role that is the strategic interface between Technology Digital & Data and the business to shape demand prioritise initiatives and deliver measurable tech-enabled value. You’ll build trusted executive relationships, translate commercial needs into scalable user-centric solutions, and guide investment decisions with solid business cases and ROI thinking. The ideal candidate has proven enterprise partnering experience, deep tech and ecosystem know-how, and a track record turning strategy into value. In your cover letter, show why you fit Z, highlight roadmaps demand shaping ROI and benefits realisation, and demonstrate commitment to diversity inclusion and hybrid work.

Company Description

Z has a clear purpose: Powering better journeys, today and tomorrow. As one of New Zealand’s largest transport energy companies, we have a commitment to delivering safe, secure, and reliable transport energy – with the opportunity to deliver new journeys, with new energy solutions in a changing world.  

We are proud to be the Kiwi contingent in the Ampol Group, an independent Trans-Tasman energy company, with trading offices across the globe, which are united behind our shared purpose. While many of the challenges and opportunities we face go beyond national boundaries, together we have the scale, influence, and capability to deliver for our customers, communities, and our people. 

Job Description

The Hoa Umanga Hangarau Technology Business Partner – Z will act as the strategic interface for Technology, Digital & Data (TDD) to shape, prioritise, and deliver technology-enabled business value for initiatives within Z. Working closely with senior leaders and executives, this role will shape demand, drive prioritisation, and foster trusted partnerships to shape roadmaps, drive digital transformation, and deliver measurable outcomes for Z.

You’ll take us further by: 

• Serve as a key strategic technology partner to Z, fostering deep alignment between technology direction and the commercial objectives of Z.
• Build trusted relationships at the executive level, maintain ongoing visibility into Z strategy, and proactively identify opportunities where technology can unlock competitive advantage, enhance performance, and drive growth.
• Provide strategic oversight to ensure technology solutions are user-centric, commercially viable, and tightly aligned with business objectives.
• Champion a cross-functional approach that balances innovation with practical delivery, ensuring solutions meet both operational needs and long-term strategic goals.
• Translate complex business needs into practical, scalable technology solutions, delivering commercial impact and enhancing efficiency.
• Drive prioritisation and investment decisions that translate business vision into scalable, high-impact technology outcomes through robust business case development, ROI modelling, and benefits realisation frameworks.
• Shape demand into structured needs with benefits, prioritising based on value and capacity, support the business cases and drive value realisation.

Qualifications

We’d love it if you have:  

• Proven business partnering experience in complex enterprise environments
• Strong expertise in enterprise technology ecosystems, and digital technologies
• Demonstrated ability to translate commercial and operational priorities into scalable, user-centric technology solutions
• Experience shaping business demand into clear, actionable initiatives through business analysis, product management, or project delivery across varied industries
• Proven ability to align technology initiatives with business strategy and deliver measurable outcomes, supported by strong commercial acumen and an understanding of ROI, trade-offs, and value realization
• Experience in defining and delivering product and platform roadmaps that support strategic growth and operational excellence
• Cross-functional leadership capability, with a history of building trusted partnerships with senior business and operations stakeholders and an ability to influence and advise at an executive level.
• Strong background in systems integration, automation, and digital enablement to drive efficiency, resilience, and innovation
• Ability to balance short-term tactical needs with long-term strategic vision in dynamic, high-growth environments

Additional Information

What we can offer you  

• A competitive remuneration package including short-term incentive plan, medical insurance for you and your family, enhanced employer contribution for KiwiSaver 
• Generous leave provisions including enhanced sick leave, parental leave benefits and the option to buy additional leave 
• The balance of hybrid working, enjoy some of your week at home and some in our welcoming office space 
• The opportunity to contribute and be part of a supportive team that is here to make a difference 
• A chance to build your own capability through learning from some of the industry’s most knowledgeable people who have a desire to share their insights along with access to upskilling opportunities and career development across the organisation 
• Two days a year to do Good in your Hood, though our volunteering scheme, a chance for you to help others in your community in a meaningful way to you 

The base salary range for this role is $191,000.00 to $230,000.00 per annum, plus 20% STI based on company performance, a 5% KiwiSaver employer contribution and health insurance through Southern Cross. 

Why Z? 

Z has always been a proud Kiwi company. We’re aspirational for our future, confident of our role in Aotearoa New Zealand’s success and deeply loyal to our customers, communities and people.  

At Z we focus on achieving extraordinary outcomes by setting the appropriate context, rather than by telling our people what to do. By doing this, high performing and talented people deliver better results and are more personally fulfilled. 

We care deeply for our people while pushing them to achieve their best as individuals and collectively as an organisation. Our flexible working approach and Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick accreditations - backed by our strong company values, Tū Kaha Stand Up, Tū Maia Speak Out, Tū Kotahi Side by Side - have created an open and inclusive workplace that promotes personal development and is underpinned by a desire for our people and our communities to succeed.  

One of the things we stand for at Z is Diversity & Inclusion. It is our belief that having a diverse workforce make it possible for our people to truly be themselves and deliver on our aspirations for Z.  

We’re distinctive in our approach and if you’re up for a challenge, we’d love you to be part of it. If Z sounds like a place you believe you can add value and grow your own capability, then make sure you read Our Why. This is our founding document and provides further insights in what it means to part of the Z whānau.  

If Z feels like a good match for your head and your heart, come join us for one heck of a journey! 

Please include a cover letter in your application, telling us why you’re a great fit for Z.