Senior Project Manager / Programme Manager

Mercury

Taupo, Waikato Hamilton
Permanent
Full-time

12 days ago

Tiakina te anamata, mā te tūhono i ngā tāngata me ngā wāhi o te inamata. Taking care of tomorrow: connecting people and place today.Mercury is a bold future-focused organisation, providing energy and telecommunications to more Kiwi than anyone else, leading the way with renewable energy and working toward a sustainable future. At the heart is our purpose which pushes us to do all we can to create a better future for our people, our communities, and Aotearoa New Zealand.Our Opportunity:In this role as Programme Manager (Senior Project Manager), you'll have the opportunity to work on some of New Zealand's iconic infrastructure, which brings the exciting challenge of high complexity and high investment (circa $1B). In this role, you'll be helping to take care of tomorrow by managing the programme of works associated with adding an additional 50MW of generation to Ngā Tamariki Geothermal Power Station. You'll play a crucial role in supporting and guiding the team to deliver this key project which supports the decarbonisation of New Zealand. This role combines strategic planning, relationship building, industry contextual planning and requires great commercial and contractual acumen.You will have 3 direct reports (a total of 7 in your team) and will facilitate the use of contractors to accelerate our delivery of initiatives providing you with an opportunity to leave a legacy at Mercury by setting up simple and effective processes to support delivery of great outcomes. You will be exposed to Mercury's ways of working where you will be able to get involved in additional initiatives of interest to you, supported by a leader who is respectful, transparent and empowering. This role is preferred to be in Rotorua or Taupo but Hamilton can work if travel to Rotorua/Taupo regularly is achievable. Mercury offers a great work/life balance which includes flexible working hours and the ability to work from home approximately twice per week.Key responsibilities include:

Being part of the project leadership team and the extended generation leadership team, supporting the culture and strategy of Mercury for safe and successful outcomes
Own and continuously improve the project delivery standard, ensuring the project team applies the standard. Own training and competency for the team
Report on portfolio health and project reporting, focusing on value-based decision making and tracking project benefits
Assess feedback from stakeholders and contractors to enhance team performance. Support key contractor relationship meetings and performance.

We are looking for:

Significant project delivery leadership experience and experience leading multidisciplinary project teams
Graduate degree or higher diploma in Engineering or related discipline preferred. PMP certification desirable
Knowledge of project management frameworks and governance
Experience in heavy engineering and managing complex projects involving major contracts

Mercury offers (full benefits are listed on our Career Page):

Additional 5 days leave per annum (MyDays)
$400 one off tax-free payment towards setting up your home office
A diverse workplace where your unique abilities and talents will be recognised and encouraged
Annual salary reviews with excellent parental leave policy, with the option to purchase additional leave
The opportunities, career paths and facilities associated with working for one of New Zealand's largest multi-utility providers
Flexible working policy - The autonomy and trust to work flexibly from our purpose-built premises and from home, recognising the value of this flexibility in the modern world
Discounted health insurance and free life and income insurance
Excellent well-being programme including up to $100 annual check ups and confidential assistance programme
Gender affirmation leave and supportive bereavement leave to be taken when you lose anyone close to you, including your pet

Mercury is a learning organisation that is committed to providing you with opportunities to grow and develop that will benefit you now and in the future. Part of your role includes building your skillset and mindset through a variety of ways. We believe this creates an energised, innovative and agile work environment where you will feel valued. At Mercury, we believe that having a team of individuals with different backgrounds, experience and capability working together makes us stronger and better as an organisation. We know that some candidates may only apply for a role if they meet all of the criteria. If you want to join our team, we encourage you to apply for any role that matches your skills, capabilities and interests, even if you aren't sure if you meet all of the criteria.Please click 'apply' to submit your application. If you require accessibility or assistance support from us during the application and selection process, please reach out to .A full position description is available below. Applications close Tuesday, 21st May at 5:00pm. Please note that Mercury will bring a particularly strong candidate through to interview more quickly.

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