Kaupapa Whakapōtae Z Graduate Programme

About Z
Z has a clear purpose: Powering better journeys, today and tomorrow. As one of New Zealand’s largest transport energy companies, we have a commitment to delivering safe, secure, and reliable transport energy – with the opportunity to deliver new journeys, with new energy solutions in a changing world.

We are proud to be the Kiwi contingent of Ampol, an independent Trans-Tasman energy company, with trading offices across the globe, which are united behind our shared purpose. While many of the challenges and opportunities we face go beyond national boundaries, together we have the scale, influence, and capability to deliver for our customers, communities, and our people.

About the role

Here at Z we are passionate about powering better journeys, today and tomorrow. We know that the Z of 2030 and beyond needs to look vastly different to today and we are committed to building careers to ensure we have the best people with us on this journey.

Starting your career at Z will provide exposure to a complex and commercial business that operates in a changing environment - what an opportunity to be part of the energy industry during this time!

Being a graduate at Z will see you supported within a cohort of early in career Z’ers, you will rotate across various business units over the two-year program gaining broad exposure and a diverse skill set. You will be paired up with a buddy, have access to a Mentor as well as enjoy time with our Senior Leaders.

Our Graduate Programme is designed to be a generalist programme, giving you a range of experiences and learning opportunities. Spending time across our various business units as well as working at a Bulk Fuel Terminal and our Retail Sites. During your rotations you will learn about:

• Finance
• Strategy
• Performance & Value
• Legal
• People & Culture / HR
• Energy Solutions
• Supply Chain
• Pricing
• Communications
• And more!

The exposure you will get at Z is broad, well rounded, challenging and is a great place to start your career. If you are looking for a graduate role in 2027, set your career up for success and join our mahi at Z.

What you’ll bring to Z

• Z is a diverse place, so we don’t want graduates from just one discipline. We are keen to find a great combination of academic knowledge and personal qualities.
• Strong academic results, you might not have your full transcript so just share what you have so far
• A solutions focused mindset and the drive to take on a range of opportunities
• Great communication skills to work with a range of stakeholders, build professional relationships and embrace diversity of thought
• Experience in a workplace, this might be through internships, part-time roles or other employment before, during or after your studies

And of course, you’ll be passionate about what matters to Z, embracing and living our values to help us deliver on our aspirations and broader commitment to Aotearoa New Zealand.

What we can offer you

• A competitive remuneration package including short-term incentive plan, medical insurance and an enhanced employer contribution for KiwiSaver
• Not sure if you want to travel or start your career? At Z we support you to do both! As a Graduate at Z you can take up to six months unpaid leave to travel the world and come back to your career
• Incredible access to our Leaders. Spend time with and build your own capability through learning from some of the best. Our Executive Team and our wider Senior Leadership Group are committed to our graduates and share their time and knowledge with you
• The balance of hybrid working, enjoy some of your week at home and some in our welcoming office space
• The opportunity to contribute and be part of a supportive team that is here to make a difference
• Access to Z’s Benefits & Recognition platform providing you access to retail discounts and cashbacks at over 150+ retailers in Aotearoa New Zealand that assist with everyday living expenses
• Z is committed to your learning and development. You will be exposed to a range of experiences and ways of learning during the Graduate rotations and will have plenty of upskilling opportunities and career development right across the organisation
• Wellbeing is important at Z and we support this through enhanced leave, free flu vaccinations and access to mental health support
• Two days a year to do Good in your Hood, though our volunteering scheme, a chance for you to help others in your community in a meaningful way to you
• At our roots we are a Kiwi company and being part of the Ampol Group gives us global reach providing potential opportunity beyond Aotearoa New Zealand

The base salary for this role is $69,975 per annum, plus 10% STI based on company and individual performance, a 5% KiwiSaver employer contribution and health insurance through Southern Cross.
 

Why Z?

Z has always been a proud Kiwi company. We’re aspirational for our future, confident of our role in Aotearoa New Zealand’s success and deeply loyal to our customers, communities and people.

At Z we focus on achieving extraordinary outcomes by setting the appropriate context, rather than by telling our people what to do. By doing this, high performing and talented people deliver better results and are more personally fulfilled.

We’re distinctive in our approach and if you’re up for a challenge, we’d love you to be part of it. If Z sounds like a place you believe you can add value and grow your own capability, then make sure you read Our Why. This is our founding document and provides further insights in what it means to part of the Z whānau.

If Z feels like a good match for your head and your heart, come join us for one heck of a journey!

Our Recruitment Process

• Apply with your CV, cover letter and academic transcript.
• Following the close date of Tuesday 30th of June 2026 we will review applications and be in touch during July with the outcome.
• For our successful candidates, we will invite you to have an initial conversation and then complete psychometric testing.
• From there, in August we will bring a group to our Z Head Office in Wellington for an interview and assessment day before making you an offer to join us in February 2027!
   

 Whakauru | Apply

Apply with your CV, cover letter and academic transcript. In your cover letter please choose one of our values and tell us how it resonates with you.

Applications close: Tuesday 30th of June 2026

To be considered for this position you need to be a recent graduate (within the last 2 years at the time of application) or a student in your final year of study in 2026. You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand indefinitely.