Stakeholder/communications Manager

2 weeks ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Downer Group Full time

**Why you will enjoy working here | Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei**
Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

- Competitive remuneration package
- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Discounts for Samsung, Repco, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more
- $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
- Progression and development programs, including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers

Have a look at our other great benefits here

**The Opportunity | Te Kōwhiringa**
The **Stakeholder/Communications Manager **is a key role, based from our Harewood, Christchurch office, integrating effective stakeholder engagement strategies across the Region.

In this role you will;
- Minimise any disruption caused by the execution of contractual activities, through proactively liaising with customers, to achieve positive outcomes and experiences.
- Ensure relationships with key stakeholders are established, maintained and managed, throughout the contractual period through the development and implementation of the agreed communication plans.
- Achieve a high level of customer, stakeholder and client satisfaction across operations in the region.

**Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Matua**
You’ll be a dynamic, level-headed and flexible professional, as well as someone who is extremely organised and has excellent people and time management skills. You’ll also bring with you:

- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- A proven track record in providing excellent customer service with superb relationship management skills
- Experience with stakeholder identification, analysis and engagement strategies
- Demonstrated problem solving skills and use of initiative Negotiation skills

**Our Organisation | Ko wai mātou**
Our Transport & Infrastructure business is a market leader, shaping and influencing the future of New Zealand’s infrastructure. Incorporating more than 2,500 employees, this business covers a diverse range of services including operations and maintenance of road, rail, port and airport infrastructure, material production and manufacturing, technical services, leading research and development facilities and a large asset base including fixed and mobile assets, with revenues exceeding $800m annually.

**Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply**:
We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.

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