Director of Quality Engineering - NZ

Planit are world leaders in application testing and quality engineering. We provide solutions that support organisations to deliver high quality systems, applications, and IT architecture.

Planit is now a proud NRI company and part of a global movement to deliver a sustainable and secure future through better Information Technology exchanges. Our team offer expert consultancy, bespoke services, tailored training and unique solutions to complex projects. Specialising in digital quality, Planit have a geographic footprint across many continents, with 1700+ permanent employees and have been recognised in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Application Testing Services.

Our values and ethos are focused on an intrinsic connection to our people, the awareness of our environment and our pursuit to be better than yesterday. We continue to lead the industry with unrivalled ideas, ability, and a quest to discern paradigms.

About the Role:

Planit is seeking a thought leader and a strategic Director of Quality Engineering - NZ to drive the design, development, and implementation of modern QE solutions across New Zealand. In this senior leadership role, you will collaborate with Planit's Global Practice Leadership to define and execute technical work programs, uplift internal capability, and lead solution innovation within the Quality Engineering domain.

You will be responsible for leading the integration and implementation of Next Gen Quality Engineering methodologies within New Zealand. Your leadership will influence delivery governance, pre-sales, technical strategy, and community-of-practice development.

Responsibilities:

• Drive growth across NZ through capability uplift, training, recruitment, sales, and innovation.
• Support pre-sales, sales, and client delivery, ensuring promises are deliverable.
• Collaborate on improving governance frameworks.
• Advise clients and Planit on new technologies and concepts for maximum benefit.
• Lead the evaluation, adoption, and integration of emerging technologies
• Work with Practice leadership to develop strategic plans for growth and delivery.
• Mentor EX Leads and People Leads, supporting career development aligned with Planit's framework.
• Develop key industry partnerships.
• Support delivery of client proposals, tenders, and pre-sales presentations.
• Collaborate on enterprise RFPs, solution designs, and delivery models that demonstrate measurable client value
• Aligning with industry advancements and client needs by offering training programs, workshops, and continuous learning opportunities focused on Next Gen QE practices
• Coach and develop future QE leaders through structured mentoring, technical assessments, and growth pathways
• Be a visible and vocal champion for Planit's brand participating & presenting at industry forums, SIGs, technical meetups, and through thought leadership content

Required Skills and Experience

• Ability to manage complex multi-stakeholder environments
• Strategic thinking, planning and creative problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Proven technical leadership across Quality Engineering domain
• Strong understanding of next-generation quality tooling
• Ability to guide presales conversations, technical proposals, and lead early-phase discovery or assessment engagements
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with experience mentoring engineers and practice leads

Culture and Benefits:

Planit is a global leader in quality engineering, trusted by enterprises worldwide to deliver exceptional digital assurance outcomes. We invest in our people, our IP, and in staying ahead of the technology curve. You'll be joining a collaborative, high-performing team where you can shape the direction of quality in the region-and across the globe.

We believe in fostering a culture where our people are rewarded for the work they do and looked after from their first day at Planit! With us you'll experience:

• Opportunities to grow your skills by taking advantage of a world class training and development program.
• True flexible working initiatives
• Joining an organisation where innovation is at the heart of what we do.
• Career development initiatives in place so you can be your best self.
• Global opportunities for transfers and secondments across the Planit Group
• Wellness activities, staff discounts, free LinkedIn Learning licenses, referral bonuses, and much more!

If you believe that this role is for you APPLY TODAY!

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