Lead, Environments Management

About the role

IAG is seeking an experienced Lead in Environment Management to take ownership of critical non-production platforms and support day-to-day operations alongside a major enterprise transformation program. This is a hands-on individual contributor position focused on shaping environment strategy, maintaining stable BAU performance, and making sure live environments can support change safely and effectively.

The position is permanent, full-time, and based in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland).

What you'll be responsible for

• Overseeing BAU non-production environments with a focus on stability, performance, and availability.
• Creating and putting into practice an end-to-end approach for environment management and governance.
• Supporting delivery of change in live environments while keeping operational priorities in balance.
• Coordinating across programs and teams to manage dependencies and keep work moving smoothly.
• Strengthening environment monitoring, health checks, and incident management processes.

What you need to bring

• Substantial experience leading environments or platforms, ideally across DevOps, SRE, or cloud/SaaS settings.
• A proven record of building and delivering environment strategy in large, complex enterprise environments.
• Good knowledge of DevOps methods, testing approaches, and current engineering practices.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work well with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Prior exposure to Guidewire, cloud environments, or PolicyCenter would be an advantage.

Benefits and perks

• Employer KiwiSaver contribution of 4.5%, plus life insurance provided as standard.
• 20 days of annual leave and an additional 5 days of MyLeave for personal priorities.
• Up to 50% discount on personal insurance products, including home and motor cover.
• Annual health and wellbeing support payment of $500.
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, IAG Academy, study support, and secondment opportunities.

Additional information

Employment type eligibility criteria apply.

Applications close on Sunday, 28 June 2026 at 11:59 PM NZST.

If you need support or adjustments during the recruitment process, you can request a confidential conversation by emailing recruitment@iag.com.au.

About the company

IAG is the largest general insurance group across Australia and New Zealand. Its brands are focused on helping people protect what matters, supporting everyday Australians and New Zealanders, and making insurance more accessible. The organisation describes itself as purpose-led, with an emphasis on inclusion, meaningful impact, career growth, and collaboration with Indigenous-led solutions and communities.