Project Officer

2 days ago

New Zealand mynewjob Ltd Full time

Our client, the Buller District Council (BDC), is the territorial authority for the northern West Coast. Their goal is to promote the well-being of their local communities. They have a wide range of responsibilities under the Local Government Act.

Buller District Council aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding environment for our staff. Embracing diversity, they have a culture built on trust and respect. BDC offer flexible working arrangements (where available) and you get to work with a team of dedicated experts who share a passion for making a difference in their district.

**The Opportunity**
We are on the search for an enthusiastic practical person to join the Project Management Office in the role as Project Officer to provide support to the Infrastructure Project Management team as BDC undertake a number of capital works programmes throughout the district.

Advance your career whilst enjoying a quality work-life balance. Live and work in one of NZs most pristine regions with nature, cycle, hiking & sandy beaches on your doorstep.

**What you'll be doing**:
You will provide technical and administration support to the team and support the implementation phase of the projects deliverables. Defining scope, budget, schedule forecasts by providing monthly project status reports for all active projects. You will be able to build effective relationships with key stakeholders and demonstrate our core values when liaising with contractors and internal staff.

**Who are you'**
This fixed term position provides a diverse range of responsibilities that will enable you to bring your interpersonal and problem solving skills to work with you every day. We want to hear from people who can display flexibility, attention to detail, and an ability to work independently as well as a part of a wider team to achieve agreed goals.

If you love challenges, this could be an extremely rewarding role, offering an excellent opportunity to be part of something big and make a positive contribution alongside passionate and talented people.

**What's on offer**:

- Attractive salary in line with your experience
- Flexible working arrangements (where possible)
- Equal employment opportunity workplace
- Ongoing career development
- Health Insurance (Hospital & Surgical cover)
- Some assistance with relocation to Buller (if applicable)

**Skills & Experience**:

- Demonstrate experience in risk assessment, design development, scheduling, cost estimating, technical specifications, QA and H&S systems.
- Knowledge of local government policies and procedures.
- Ability to focus on key tasks, and prioritise accordingly to work & deliver to a timetable. Methodical and analytical approach with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication (written / oral) skills
- High level computer literacy
- Current New Zealand Drivers License
- Must have the right to live and work in New Zealand

**We're recruiting for you**
If your skills and experience are a fit, we'd love to talk to you

**To apply, please click the 'apply' button & send us your CV & cover letter today.**

MYNEWJOB delivers professional recruitment services for clients nationwide.

Applications close on dd mth year

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