Lead the effective delivery of the Village service functions which includes our kitchen, housekeeping, gardening, maintenance, laundry and administration teams
Providing leadership at the Village in the absence of the Village Manager
Have oversight for all risk management and health and safety related processes for the village
Place a high emphasis on customer service and work hard to deliver exceptional service to our residents
Requirements
management
health & safety
prioritisation
continuous improvement
communication
relationship building
Have proven management experience with a preference for Health and Safety experience/training
Be skilled at juggling conflicting priorities
Have a comprehensive knowledge of continuous improvement systems and processes
Be an outstanding communicator that is both professional and empathetic
Enjoy building meaningful relationships with our staff, our residents and their families
Benefits
Receive ongoing support for your professional development
Work in a beautiful, resort style village
Access scholarships and bursaries for further education
Develop your leadership skills in our unique LEAP programme
Career progression opportunities within a fast-growing company
Work in a fun, friendly and supportive team environment
At Ryman, every day is a chance to be a hero in the story of our residents' lives
Access over 60 discounts with well-known brands across a variety of sectors including; health and wellbeing, banking, insurance, and retail
Unlock your full potential in a supportive environment that values your expertise
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
no visa sponsorship; applicants must already have new zealand work rights.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1984
Company Origins
Established in 1984 as a pioneer in retirement living and aged care.
40+ Villages
Extensive Network
Operates over 40 retirement villages across New Zealand and Australia.
Strong Growth
Financial Performance
Reports consistent growth in revenue and resident satisfaction.
Quickly becoming a leader in retirement living and aged care.
Specializes in modern, purpose-built facilities.
Offers independent living, assisted living, and specialized dementia care.
Pioneered the 'Life's a Journey' philosophy, emphasizing vibrant lifestyles in supportive communities.
Incorporates beautiful gardens, recreational spaces, and integrated healthcare services.
Continues to innovate with plans to expand its village network and enhance healthcare offerings.
Known for unique design approach and in-house construction teams ensuring high-quality village design.
Culture + Values
Kindness and care: Kindness is in our DNA; it underpins everything we do
Strong teams: We build positive, trusting teams who work together as one
Resilience and composure: We keep going, despite the bumps in the road
Strive for excellence: We innovate and work hard to earn our success
Communication: We use simple, clear language that gets straight to the point
Lead and empower: We lead others with kindness, clarity and support
Environment + Sustainability
42% Reduction
GHG Emissions Target
Committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 with a base year of 2021.
2050 Net-Zero
Long-Term Commitment
Aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 as part of broader sustainability goals.
75.5% Suppliers
Science-Based Targets
Engaging suppliers to ensure 75.5% of them (by spend) have science-based targets by 2028.
75% Emission Cut
Using Engineered Timber
New builds using cross-laminated timber (CLT) will reduce structural emissions by up to 75%.
Validated by Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in March 2024
2024 reported ~4.318 M kg CO₂e (Scope 1), ~8.234 M kg CO₂e (Scope 2), ~1.418 M kg CO₂e (Scope 3 business travel)
On‑track to achieve 100 % electricity from renewables in NZ via Papareireiā Solar Farm (completion mid‑2025)
2024: completed 86 % of climate‑risk disclosure roadmap actions
Inclusion & Diversity
5,600+ Trained
Dementia Awareness Training
Over 5,600 team members across New Zealand and Australia have completed dementia awareness training.
Taha Māori Strategic Plan completed in 2024 per NZ Ministry of Health standards
‘Reflect’ Reconciliation Plan submitted to Reconciliation Australia
Gender split among staff: [not publicly disclosed]
No publicly available gender‑specific targets or results