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r Northland Harbour Board General Manager This position becomes available with the pending retirement of the present General Manager. Our client is one of the largest harbour boards in the country, both in total tonnage and scope of authority (15 harbours under its control), and has diverse business interests (forestry/farming and real estate). Present challenges lie in the areas of diversification and increase of general cargo, recreational use of harbour assets and maritime planning. Major development could occur in the 1990’s with private sector utilisation of the Northland forest resources. The General Manager’s prime function is to manage the organisation’s activities in accordance with Board policy. The diversification activities will require increased attention to developing a coordinated marketing plan for the maximum utilisation of Board resources and facilities. The establishment of 240 people is controlled through seven senior executives. Regular outside contact is maintained through meetings of relevant trade associations, both in New Zealand and occasionally overseas. Applications are invited from executives.with proven senior management track records in either the public or private sector, preferably possessing appropriate qualifications. Supplementary marketing skills would be of advantage. The position carries a maximum salary of up to $55 000 p.a., set by the Higher Salaries Corhmission. A prestige vehicle and other significant benefits are provided. Location is Whangarei. SECURITY: No information Please forward appropriate disclosed nor enquiries made H 'B details, quoting reference without your permission. M 1502, or direct any ■ enquiries to B. J. Fergus PA Personnel Services P.O. Box 4178, Auckland 1. Telephone 396-721

r Director Management Services Manukau City Neg. to $5O 000 p.a. + vehicle This inaugural appointment with full Department status reports to the City Manager of what is by far the largest and fastest growing local autnority~ln the country. Manukau City Council provides wide ranging sefvices and facilities to its multi-cultural community exceeding 180,000 people; Current expenditure is approximately $BO million and staffing (including temporary workers) is around 1,000. t The Director Management Services will establish and develop a spectrum of internal consulting resources designed to support andenhimce the effectiveness of Council’s operations, planning and facilities throughout all Departmental areas. An initial priority will be to superintend tfig snipQta integration and subsequent applications of a upgrade to data processing/cpmputing facilities. Also included will bg the provision, of specialist services covering personnel and empioyee relauqns/injternaj audit and work/methods engineering. While some are already present, other servcies will need to be phased in. By its nature the position demands strong co-operation and involvement with all functional Heads to ensure jhe multiple objectives of Council are met. - Arf unusual blend of executive expertise is sought to co-ordihale and direct these functions. Ideally previous management services experience is required, perhaps augmented by a periodbf line management resppnsijbll? ity. A strong conceptual understanding of DP management Is critlcalpreferably coupled with practical experience in utilising a computing resource. A distinct projectmanagement orientation and a sensitivity to the 'people’ disciplines are also important. Age will likely be in the mid 30’s-mid 40’s range, with appropriate tertiary qualifications. SECURITY: No information Please forward appropriate disclosed nor enquiries made ■ ■ W details, quoting reference without your permission. ■ 1501, or direct any enquiries ■ to M. P. Thomas , PA Personnel Services P.O. Box 4178, Auckland 1. Telephone 396-721

National Sales Manager Exceptional Executive Sales Career Opportunity The dramatic growth and development of Bascands Printing, a highly respected Christchurch based Heat/Set Webb Offset Printing operation, has confirmed them among the foremost firms in the industry. They are a strongly market orientated firm with the stability and growth to maintain their technical superiority and currently seek further penetration of an expanding market. This new appointment for a National Sales Manager is open equally to men or women, calling for a skilled person around 28-35 years, whose progressive career path demonstrates strong qualities in entrepreneurial selling and commercial negotiation to win further high volume contracts with New Zealand and. Australian corporate companies. Strengths in interpersonal relations, good communication skills and the personal credibility to manage the specialist • sales team are essential. A background of experience in a demanding sales role is important. Although first hand knowledge of the printing or similar industry would be particularly advantageous, it is not a prerequisite. This is a unique opportunity to move to a key sales position that offers an achiever substantial career progression in a high profile company. Remuneration — Excellent terms and conditions of employment and a suitably generous salary that is individually negotiable, plus an attractive package of allowances and company benefits including a motor car, are the rewards for the right person. For initial confidential discussion, please telephone Max Busby, Phone 796-480, but application should be made by letter including personal and career details addressed to: — Max Busby Peat Marwick Consultants P.O. Box 274 CHRISTCHURCH ra pEAT ~ ~~ I El MARWICK Management Consultants