Delivery Lead

Delivery Lead - Picton and Wellington – Infrastructure

FERRY HOLDINGS LIMITED

About the role

We are looking to fill two roles, one embedded in the CentrePort offices in Wellington and one embedded in the Port Marlborough offices in Picton, (minimum 3 days a week in Picton). Both roles will involve travel to FHL's offices in central Wellington.

As a key member of the Infrastructure Team, the Delivery Interface Lead will work across our project delivery partners, CentrePort, PMNZ, KiwiRail, NZTA, and other delivery partners to ensure the port project delivery schedule reflects and supports integration across the entire Cook Strait Ferry Replacement Programme (programme) through proactive interface management, coordination and planning, of integrated port infrastructure solutions for the FRP Programme.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant transport initiative that will shape the future of inter-island travel and freight.

What you'll be doing

Key work areas include

• Confirming infrastructure scope requirements and costs, with these documented in Project Agreements with CentrePort Limited (CPL) and Port of Marlborough NZ(PMNZ) and KiwiRail – contributing to finalisation of the Commercial arrangements between all parties overseen by FHL's Commercial and Finance Director.
• Providing strategic oversight of the implementation of these agreements with our counterparties.
• Reporting on the port's project progress to the GM Infrastructure, and FHL Board if necessary, supporting these Directors to effectively discharge their governance responsibilities in relation to the ports infrastructure development programme.
• Leading the identification, documentation, and management of all technical, operational, and contractual interfaces between FHL, port companies, KiwiRail, NZTA, and other stakeholders.
• Managing, implementing and maintaining interface registers, risk registers, and assurance frameworks in line with best practice.
• Building and maintaining trusted relationships with delivery partners, Iwi and local authorities.
• Providing independent assurance to FHL that port infrastructure delivery is on track, compliant, and aligned with FRP programme objectives.

What we're looking for

• Preference for Marine Infrastructure Construction experience with a minimum of 3 to 5 years minimum previous experience in a similar role in infrastructure delivery / construction.
• Capable of working autonomously in remote New Zealand (Picton for the Picton based role) for a minimum of 3 days a week.
• Can assimilate into an existing project delivery team, add value and build relationships.
• Represents our organisational interests with professionalism and integrity.
• Build trusted relationships with colleagues. Communicate complex issues clearly and diplomatically to support sound decision-making.
• Committed to building a positive, high-performing culture and delivering outcomes aligned with shareholders and public expectations.
• Demonstrated experience in integration and interface management on complex infrastructure programmes or projects.
• Experience implementing and managing interface registers, risk registers, and assurance frameworks in line with international best practice.
• Demonstrated authority and confidence to challenge delivery partners and escalate issues constructively.

Please visit our website  for a Position Description and more information about Ferry Holdings Limited.

About us

Ferry Holdings was established in March 2025 to lead the procurement and contractual negotiations with shipyards, ports, and other parties to enable the affordable delivery of two Cook Strait rail enabled ferries, and necessary port infrastructure upgrades, to enter service in 2029.

Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a high-impact programme that's shaping the future of inter-island transport. You'll grow your project management capability in a supportive, fast-paced environment.

At FERRY HOLDINGS LIMITED, we are committed to providing our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling work experience. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits, including a collaborative and supportive team environment and opportunities for career development and training.

Ready to take the next step in your project career?

Apply now.   Applications close on 28th November 2025 with interviews planned for

8th  December 2025.

The job description is available on our website.