Assistant Operations Manager

Job No: Ad-5889

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Wellington

Categories: Bus

Mana Coach Services is looking for a proactive and organised Operations Assistant Manager to support the daily delivery of safe, reliable, and efficient bus services. This is a permanent full-time role based out of our Porirua Depot.

What is in it for me?

Mana is well known across the industry for our positive workplace culture. You are always more than a number here - your skills, opinions, efforts all matter. As part of our highly valued team, you can expect:

• Ongoing support for training and development
• An inclusive work culture
• Meaningful work - help connect Wellingtonians to work, school, home and play
• To be part of a stable growing business, with potential for career progression both locally and globally as part of the wider Transdev Group

Key responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day management of bus operations
• Support and lead drivers to achieve high performance
• Respond to operational issues and service disruptions
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Investigate incidents and customer feedback

What you’ll bring

• Experience in transport, logistics, or operations management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Full New Zealand driver’s licence (Class 2 preferred)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Please note all of our recruitment processes include medicals, drug & alcohol testing, police checks, licence checks and right to work checks. This position requires the permanent right to work in New Zealand.

If you’re passionate about public transport and operational excellence, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV.

Advertised: 30/06/2026

Applications close: 08/07/2026