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Timaru District Council

Director - Timaru District Holdings Limited (TDHL)

Timaru District Holdings Limited (TDHL) is a Council Controlled Trading Organisation which is a 100% owned subsidiary of Timaru District Council. With a purpose to invest, hold and manage commercial assets, adding value and strategic support to the Timaru District. TDHL actively oversees its property portfolio to ensure optimal commercial returns.

TDHL also oversees the governance of the associate trading companies, through actively engaging with Boards, fellow shareholders and joint venture partners. With a 50% shareholding in Prime Port Timaru Ltd and 47.5% shareholding in Alpine Energy Ltd, TDHL holds an industrial property portfolio of approximately $70 million, predominantly around the Timaru Port and Washdyke Industrial Areas.

We are seeking one to two directors to join our Board, activating the TDHL strategy for the benefit of the Timaru District.

Skills/Competencies required

Ideal skills and experience of interest for the directorship/s include:

  • Proven governance experience and effective strategic planning knowledge;
  • Commercial expertise/business development/investment experience;
  • Strategic change/mergers experience;
  • Experience engaging with multiple stakeholders;
  • Relevant sector experience, e.g. property, local Government, engineering, transport and logistics, infrastructure;
  • Timaru District residence for one appointment.

The successful applicants will also need to demonstrate:

  • A high level of emotional intelligence and reputation for trustworthiness, openness and integrity;
  • The ability to challenge assumptions and ensure discussions are constructive in a strategic environment;
  • Capacity to commit sufficient time to the role.

Website

https://tdhl.co.nz/

Applications close on 4th September 2025. Interviews will be held on 16th September 2025 in Timaru.

Timaru District Council

Employee Benefits

  • Flexible Working Hours

    We do our best to assist our employees to have a good work/life balance. We are open to flexible working conditions to make the role work for you and your lifestyle.

  • Social Club

    We have an active social club that engages in a variety of social events including monthly after-work socialising, themed mid year and end of year functions, sporting activities and family orientated functions.

  • Flu Vaccinations

    We want our employees to remain as fit and healthy as possible. We offer free flu vaccines to all staff each year (both flu jabs and oral tablets are offered).

  • Regular Eye Checks

    Vision checks are conducted for employees using Visual Display Units.

  • Medical Insurance

    All employees are eligible for discounted health insurance through Southern Cross.

  • Employee Assistance Programme

    A confidential and professional Employee Assistance Programme is available to all employees to assist with counselling, support, development and advice.

  • Work Sports Teams

    We have work sports teams for those who like to get out and exercise including Touch, Cricket and Croquet.

  • Ergonomic Work Station Assessment

    We encourage and support all of our employees to have a healthy work space and offer assessments to all staff wherever they work and whatever role they do.

  • Wellbeing Committee (COSI)

    Our COSI Committee strives to look after the wellbeing of the people of Timaru District Council. The committee's core values are: Customer Focus (internal and external), One Team, Successful, Integrity. The COSI Committee arrange many varying events including employee awards, morning tea quizzes, fundraising events/days, individual and interdepartmental competitions (eg. baking, gardening, Christmas decorating, moustache growing) , dress up days - all of which get excellent support and engagement from our people. The work of our committed committee members helps our employees to have fun, be happy, positive, creative, healthy and build stronger working relationships.

What the Timaru District Council can offer you:

  • A forward-looking, friendly workplace that is respected in the industry.
  • Hands on experience on large scale projects.
  • An attractive and affordable lifestyle in one of the most stunning parts of the country.
  • Real career progression and a real opportunity to make a difference to the community. 
  • A supportive and encouraging team environment.
Timaru District Council

Director - Timaru District Holdings Limited (TDHL)

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