Programme Manager

2 weeks ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

We are looking for a Programme Manager to add meaningful value to a once in a generation opportunity on a 12 month fixed-term basis.
Wellington Water is currently working with the Wellington Metropolitan councils on a significant programme of work that will lead to impactful improvements and conservation of water for our community through water metering.
The opportunity
The Metering Programme team has been established to deliver a transformational programme that will work from concept and planning to delivery phase for the implementation of 130,000 residential meters.
As the Programme Manager you will work closely with a team of expert leads from a variety of organisational functions to ensure the work programme is delivered to achieve best possible outcomes in an effective and efficient manner. You will support the Head of Metering Programme Establishment, by overseeing a wide range of activities within the integrated programme.
About you

**To be successful in this role you will bring**:

- a proven ability to implement core business strategy and objectives into programmes of work
- experience overseeing complex projects and/or large programmes in an integrated way across a broad spectrum of workstreams
- the ability to navigate programme governance, and facilitate needs of governing bodies, councils, or boards
- experience in teams of professional technical people and experts with the ability to engage and motivate others
- experience managing a programme with significant political, community and iwi interest
- excellent relationship management and communication skills
- excellent reporting skills, including financial, risk and progression reports
- strong financial and leadership skills.

**To view a copy of the position description**: click here.

**Benefits**:
At Wellington Water, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.

**Our benefits include**:

- flexible working arrangements including up to two days working from home
- comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
- formal and informal professional development opportunities
- five weeks annual leave accrual will be available following two years of continual service for full-time employment.

For a full list of our employee benefits click here.
About us
Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. We're a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.
The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values; Tangata Tiaki, Whānau and Mana.
Applications close on Sunday, 7 July 2024.
How to apply
Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand to be considered.


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