Working with the AA | Me mahi tahi tatou ki AA

For over 120 years the AA has been helping Kiwis on their adventures! Today, we're one of New Zealand's most respected and trusted brands. From our humble beginnings as a motoring enthusiast's club, the New Zealand AA (Automobile Association) has grown into a large, dynamic organisation offering a wide range of services and products to Members and customers.

The AA is committed to becoming a more sustainable organisation. We’ve recently embarked on our sustainability journey and now we’re looking for a Sustainability Manager who is excited to make a positive difference for our organisation, our Members and customers, and New Zealand.

What You'll Be Doing | Mō te Tūranga

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Relations within the Commercial & Strategy division, the Sustainability Manager will define and implement the AA’s sustainability strategy across environmental, social, and governance outcomes. The role involves educating and engaging employees and stakeholders, championing sustainable business outcomes, collaborating with divisions to seek out and implement sustainability initiatives, measuring and reducing the AA’s carbon footprint, and monitoring and reporting.

About You | Mōu

Key to your success in this role is your proven experience in defining and implementing sustainability strategies for significant New Zealand organisations, along with a broad understanding of sustainability issues, solutions, and carbon measurement/management. You’ll be curious and up to date with global and local sustainability developments, be an innovator who can propose and advocate for changes that enhance the AA's sustainability, and possess excellent communication and influencing skills. Collaboration and effective teamwork are essential, as are strong planning and organisational abilities.

What We Offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• Free AA Membership for you and your whānau
• NZAA Super Scheme with 2% employer contributions on top of 3% Kiwisaver
• A day off for your birthday
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Training available / career development
• Discounted insurance

Here, we offer a lot more than roadside assistance. We're constantly evolving and advancing. If you’re passionate about sustainability and ready to make a significant impact, join the AA as our Sustainability Manager and lead the charge in transforming our organisation from the inside out.

Our teams celebrate diversity and believe that everyone should be able to bring their true selves to work every day. We want you to feel comfortable to be your authentic self throughout the recruitment process, please feel free to let us know if there is anything you need to allow you to participate equitably.

We are aware that there will be candidates who are interested in the role but may only feel comfortable to apply if they have ticked all the boxes. We want you to know that if you feel like you don't meet all the requirements, please still get in touch. We'd love to korero to see if you might be a great fit for the role.