Local Service Manager - Ambius | Auckland

Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for plants and people? Ambius, a proud part of the Rentokil Initial family, is looking for a Local Service Team Leader to lead our Auckland plant care team.

This is the perfect role for an emerging leader who is ready to move beyond the tools and into a role focused on coaching, quality, and operational excellence. You’ll be right in the thick of it, ensuring Auckland’s workspaces stay green, vibrant, and healthy.

The Role: Leading from the Front

This isn't a "sit behind a desk all day" kind of job. You’ll be the backbone of our Auckland service operations, supporting a dedicated team of Interior Plantscape Technicians. Your mission is to ensure every plant looks its best and every customer is delighted.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading a team of ~10 field technicians, providing day-to-day guidance and support
• Getting out into the field to mentor your team, boosting their plant-care expertise, confidence and service skills
• Monitoring service quality and stepping in to resolve issues when needed
• Working closely with customers to ensure consistent, reliable service delivery
• Building strong relationships with our clients to ensure their indoor environments are thriving.
• Supporting scheduling, resource planning, and operational coordination
• Ensuring health & safety standards are followed across all sites
• Assisting with reporting and contributing to ongoing service improvements

What We’re Looking For

• Around 2-4 years’ experience in a Team Leader or Supervisor role - experience in horticulture, landscaping, or field services is a huge plus
• Someone who enjoys being hands-on and close to the team, rather than purely strategic
• Strong communication skills and a practical, solutions-focused mindset
• Confidence in handling day-to-day people matters and customer interactions
• Good organisation and time management skills in a fast-paced environment
• A genuine interest in developing people and building team culture
• Full Class 1 NZ driver’s licence with a clean record

Applicants must have the right to live and work permanently or long-term in New Zealand. Successful candidates must complete a pre-employment assessment, including medical, reference, and criminal background checks, meeting Rentokil Initial's satisfactory criteria.

Why Join Us?

• Solid, stable role with a manageable team size
• Opportunity to grow your leadership capability with support
• Varied, fast-paced work where no two days are the same
• Be part of a team that values practical leadership and teamwork

About Us:

Rentokil Initial operates in New Zealand under the brands Rentokil, Initial and Ambius. As an international business services company, we employ over 68,000 employees in over 80 countries, bursting with passion and pride to make a positive difference for our customers and communities.

We hold strong to our values of Service, Relationships and Teamwork. What truly sets us apart is our people. We are a friendly and supportive team, driven by a passion to help protect people, enhance lives and preserve our planet, every day.