Product Manager - Modular Packaged Plants
Product Manager - Modular Packaged Plants - Auckland based
This is a key role responsible for shaping the product strategy, identifying market opportunities and managing the full product lifecycle. You will work closely with our engineering, sales, delivery and operations teams to ensure our packaged plant solutions are commercially competitive, technically robust and aligned with customer and regulatory requirements.
The role would suit someone who combines strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness and enjoys turning market needs into practical, high-performing treatment solutions.
The role will involve:
Developing and delivering product strategies for our modularpackaged plant portfolio
Identifying customer needs, market opportunities, industrytrends and competitor activity
Defining product positioning, specifications, pricing andcommercial strategies
Working closely with engineering, sales, project deliveryand operations teams to develop product requirements and roadmaps
Managing the full product lifecycle, from concept and designthrough to launch, delivery and ongoing support
Supporting sales activities through technical input, productpresentations, proposals and customer engagement
Ensuring packaged plant solutions meet performance, quality, customer and regulatory requirements
Monitoring product performance and gathering feedback fromcustomers and internal teams
Driving standardisation, innovation and continuousimprovement across the product portfolio
Supporting the development of product documentation,technical information and marketing materials
Skills, Qualifications and Experience:
Proven experience in product management, technical sales,engineering or a similar role
Experience within the water, wastewater, environmental orinfrastructure sector is preferred
A strong understanding of modular treatment systems,packaged plants or related technologies
Commercial awareness and the ability to identify and developmarket opportunities
Strong strategic planning, market analysis andproblem-solving skills
The ability to translate customer and market requirementsinto practical product solutions
Experience working effectively across engineering, sales,operations and project delivery teams
Strong communication, presentation and stakeholdermanagement skills
A relevant engineering, science, business or technicalqualification would be advantageous
A genuine interest in sustainable water and wastewater treatment solutions
What we offer:
A role with genuine ownership and the opportunity to shape a growing product portfolio
Varied and technically interesting projects across New Zealand
A supportive and collaborative team environment
Professional development and career progression opportunities
The opportunity to work alongside experienced water and wastewater specialists
Health insurance and an annual health and activity allowance
A strong focus on wellbeing and work–life balance
A workplace where ideas, initiative and contribution are valued
Apex Water delivers water and wastewater treatment solutionsacross New Zealand, covering design, construction, commissioning, operationsand maintenance. Our close-knit team values trust, accountability,collaboration and a practical “can-do” approach.
Does this sound like you? To express your interest in this position, send in your CV and a covering letter or for a copy of the job descriptions email: careers@apexwater.co.nz Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Note: Successful candidates must have the right to live and work in New Zealand.