Brannigans

04/11/2026

We’re recruiting now: Tumuaki | Principal, Tapawera Area School

Tapawera Area School is a Years 1–13 kura of around 150 ākonga in the Motueka Valley, Tasman District. It’s seeking a Principal to start in Term 1, 2027.

This is a close-knit rural school with real momentum. It has a collaborative staff, a committed Board, a growing partnership with Ngāti Apa ki te Rā Tō, and literacy and maths programmes that are already lifting achievement.

We’re looking for an approachable, visible leader who cares about every ākonga and kaimahi, communicates well and works constructively with the Board.

A Principal Recruitment Allowance (PRA)of $50,000 p.a. is approved for this position, for an eligible appointee.

For a confidential conversation or the candidate briefing pack, contact Rosie Robinson at Brannigans:
📞 027 221 2080
✉️ [email protected]

29/10/2026

11/10/2026

We are pleased to again partner with TWS Energy Controls Ltd (part of the Kinetica Energy Group), a leading manufacturer at the forefront of New Zealand’s electrification and energy transition.

As demand for sustainable and reliable energy grows, TWS is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead the Christchurch manufacturing operation and to drive the next phase of operational excellence and growth.

This is a great opportunity for a practical manufacturing leader, who leads from the front, to play a key role in supporting essential energy infrastructure, in a business that offers strong career growth potential and development opportunities as it continues to grow.

Find out more and apply here: https://tinyurl.com/e9fv3ypw
For any inquiries, contact David Clausen [email protected]

08/10/2026

What if some of the most valuable conversations at a conference were the ones you helped create?

At this year's Inspiring Women Business Conference, we're introducing unconference sessions, giving attendees the opportunity to help shape the conversation.

Unlike traditional conference sessions, unconferencing puts participants in the driver's seat. Rather than following a set agenda, attendees can propose topics, share experiences and lead discussions about what matters most to them.

So, how does it work?
Across both days, there will be time for informal, interactive sessions led by attendees. As an attendee you can suggested and lead a session, or join one that interests you, these sessions are designed to make the most of the incredible knowledge and experience in the room.

Guiding these sessions will be May Miller-Dawkins, Co-Founder of PRISM, an organisation supporting and connecting social purpose leaders across Aotearoa, Australia and beyond. May brings extensive experience in facilitation, collaboration and leadership, having previously held senior roles at The B Team in New York and Oxfam Australia. She has a passion for bringing people together, encouraging shared learning and creating space for meaningful conversations.

With more than 250 inspiring woman in the same room, the most valuable insights could come from the people sitting right beside you.

Secure your ticket now: https://www.commerce.org.nz/events/inspiring-women

Intepeople, Brannigans, NBS, Downing - Creative Marketing, Ministry of Education NZ

05/10/2026

✨The countdown is on for the Inspiring Women Business Conference

Our MC Livia Esterhazy can't wait to welcome an incredible line-up of wāhine, and we’re just as excited for two days of inspiration, connection and conversation.

22–23 October | Secure your ticket now: https://www.commerce.org.nz/events/inspiring-women

Intepeople, Brannigans, NBS, Downing - Creative Marketing, Ministry of Education NZ

27/09/2026

Building a career in an industry where you are often the only woman in the room can bring its own set of challenges. From earning credibility and navigating bias to building confidence and finding a leadership style that feels authentic, success does not have to mean becoming “one of the boys”.

🔸 Panel Discussion: One of the Boys 🔸

At the Inspiring Women Business Conference, three accomplished women from traditionally male-dominated professions will share the experiences, challenges and lessons that have shaped their careers.

Sally Gepp KC | Barrister
Sally is a Nelson-based barrister specialising in resource management and environmental law, acting for developers, government, iwi and NGOs. She also lectures at Victoria University of Wellington and is the first Nelson lawyer appointed King’s Counsel.

Tendy Cooper | Senior Carpenter, Johnson Residential
Tendy began a building apprenticeship at 34 after COVID prompted a career change. She qualified in 2024 and now works as a Senior Carpenter at Johnson Residential, with a journey shaped by resilience, change and the courage to begin again.

Vannessa Anderson | Director, CGW Consulting Engineers
A chemical and materials engineer, Vannessa has led complex projects across manufacturing, food production, aquaculture, infrastructure, property and pharmaceuticals. She brings technical expertise, commercial judgement and a practical, people-focused approach to leadership.

Together, they will explore what it takes to succeed when you are in the minority, how workplaces are changing, what still needs to improve and the lessons they would pass on to the next generation of women entering these professions.

Find out more about the panellists and get your tickets here: https://www.commerce.org.nz/events/inspiring-women

Intepeople, Brannigans, NBS, Downing - Creative Marketing, Ministry of Education NZ

24/09/2026

Manurewa High School is now recruiting its next Tumuaki to lead New Zealand's largest Trades Academy, the country's biggest in-house school lunch programme, a one-of-a-kind curriculum, and a community of 2,400 aakonga, 60+ nationalities and 300 staff.

What an opportunity. Could this be you?

To learn more about this role and to apply please visit https://tinyurl.com/3ewmr2u9

Or for initial enquiries please contact:
Rosie Robinson
ph 027 2212080
[email protected]

21/09/2026

Building a successful business is exhilarating-but it can also be one of the toughest journeys you will ever undertake. Behind every funding decision, growth milestone and headline successes are countless moments of uncertainty, risk, setbacks and difficult decisions.

✨Taking the Brave Step ✨

At the Inspiring Women Business Conference, three accomplished women will share what it takes to take a brave step, turn an idea into action, and build and grow successful brands.

Bonnie Slade | Founder & CEO, Natur.Kidz
After 17+ years in the food and beverage industry, Bonnie took the leap and launched NaturKidz in 2023. With an export-first strategy, she built the children’s snack brand from the ground up and took it into four countries within its first year.

Nikki Neate | General Manager, Sublime Coffee Roasters
Nikki’s career has taken her from 20 years in British television to some of Nelson’s best-known food brands, including Pic’s Peanut Butter and Proper Crisps, before working alongside founders through Mahitahi Colab. Today, she manages Sublime Coffee Roasters and leads Bridge St Studios, bringing a varied perspective on building brands, adapting and backing new ideas.

Sarah Hedger | Founder & CEO, Yum Food Co.
Sarah founded YUM with a belief that business can be a force for good. Twelve years on, she has grown it into a multichannel food business while staying true to its values, driving sustainability, innovation and local production along the way.

Find out more about the panellists, and get your tickets here: https://www.commerce.org.nz/events/inspiring-women

Intepeople, Brannigans, NBS, Downing - Creative Marketing, Ministry of Education NZ

04/09/2026

An exciting opportunity at Mt Cook Alpine Salmon for a skilled ‘General Manager Processing’ to take the next step in your career. Preferred location for this role is Timaru (otherwise Christchurch).

Lead strategic initiatives and provide operational leadership across all processing activities, delivering planned operational outcomes and greater performance.

To learn more about this role and to apply please visit https://tinyurl.com/38t37yx2

Or for initial inquiries please contact:
David Clausen 021 91 8873 [email protected]