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Outperformer Program - Global Leadership Trainee (Business Track)

  • Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand / Auckland, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand / Auckland, Cantebury, New Zealand / Auckland, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand / Auckland, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand / Auckland, Nelson, New Zealand / Auckland, Northland, New Zealand / Auckland, Otago, New Zealand / Auckland, Southland, New Zealand / Auckland, Taranaki, New Zealand / Auckland, Waikato, New Zealand / Auckland, Wellington, New Zealand
  • Corporate Development, General Management, Sales
  • Early Careers
  • 51705
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What's the role?

We’re looking for the next generation of high-performing, multi-lingual, post-graduate talent to take our company forward. Hilti Outperformer is a global management development program like no other, with real responsibility from day one.

Who is Hilti?

Hilti is where innovation is improving productivity, safety and sustainability in the global construction industry, and beyond. Where strong customer relationships are creating solutions that build a better future. Where there is pride and a sense of belonging across our 120 locations, carrying right into our lives and homes. Where people are exploring possibilities, leveraging their potential, owning their personal development and growing lasting careers.

What does the role involve?

Hilti Outperformer is a two-year program, where you’ll quickly be involved in a range of international projects, with lots of exposure to senior management. It’s fast paced and challenging, but we’ll closely coach and mentor you. The program is split into four main stages of work:

  • 12 months as a field based Account Manager or field engineer in the country where you apply.
  • 3 months on an operational project in at our Auckland HQ
  • 6 months on a strategic project in the regional headquarters (Singapore)
  • 3 months on a strategic project outside the South Asia Pacific region.

Hilti is committed to diversity: 127 different nationalities work together every day in our team of over 30,000 employees worldwide

What do we offer?

Show us what you can do and, in return, we promise you the experience of a lifetime, the opportunity to work internationally, and a fast-track career in global senior management. You’ll also take part in some fascinating courses and events:

  • Leadership development program – a comprehensive learning journey with IMD business school in Lausanne, Switzerland, with a qualification from IMD.
  • Business management training – individual training at Hilti. A focus on behavioral profiles, personal strengths, leadership styles and communication skills.
  • Global summit – 4-5 days at our global headquarters in Liechtenstein. A look at the way global business units function, plus soft skills like situational leadership and international teamwork.
  • Social project – 7-8 days ‘building a better future’. A hands-on and hugely impactful community project, like our recent house building for displaced refugees in Bosnia.

What you need is:

  • You’re currently studying a master’s degree or you've recently graduated. Your Masters degree is likely to be in business management or engineering, but we’ll consider subjects like economics, politics or international studies if you can demonstrate you have a mind for our business.
  • You’ve spent at least three months, and up to two years, in a professional environment, like an internship, apprenticeship or work experience, or have just started your career and want an opportunity where you can perform well and progress.
  • You’re multilingual – fluent in English plus another language or two – and you’ve gained international experience during your work or studies.
  • You’re mature and assertive, curious and committed.
  • You’re a flexible team player with good communication and social skills.
  • You’re a global thinker, keen for intercultural experiences and opportunities working abroad.
  • NZ working rights

Why should you apply?

We employ many different nationalities within Hilti New Zealand and many more across the globe. We value the unique contributions of each and every member of our diverse Hilti family. Keeping in mind our core values and customer orientation we never discriminate.


Hilti New Zealand is committed to creating a fair and respectful working climate for all employees, suppliers, and partners. We promote equal treatment of all employees or potential employees irrespective of ethnic origin, colour, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, belief, disability, age, gender, maternity, marital or civil partnership or any other characteristic. Our zero tolerance approach to discrimination is outlined in our Code of Conduct, and we strive to maintain a culture of inclusivity. We perform at our best in a caring and inclusive culture that creates enthusiastic customers and building a better future.

E ū ana a Hilti New Zealand ki te hanga i te āhuatanga mahi tōkeke me te whakaute mō te katoa o ngā kaimahi, kaiwhakarato, me ngā hoa kamupene. E whakatairanga ana mātou i te mana ōrite o ngā kaimahi katoa, o ērā rānei e rapu mahi ana me mātou, ahakoa te mātāwaka, te tae o te kiri, te aronga hōkaka, te iwi tūturu, te hāhi, te whakapono, te hauātanga, te pakeke, te ira tangata, te hapūtanga, te hononga mārena, ā-ture rānei, tētahi atu āhuatanga rānei. Kua whakarāpopotohia tā mātou kore rata rawa ki te whakatoihara i tā mātou Tikanga Whanonga, ka mutu, e ngana tonu ana mātou te whakarite i te ahurea kauawhi. Ki te mahi tātou i tētahi taiao atawhai me te kauawhi tērā ka hanga i ngā kiritaki whakamiha me te anamata pai ake, ka tino papai rawa ā tātou mahi.

Sales and Customer Service

A career in sales at Hilti means a focus on building strong relationships and being the trusted partner for our customers.

A career in sales at Hilti means a focus on building strong relationships and being the trusted partner for our customers.

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