Senior Project Manager

• Supportive team environment with an exciting variety of work
• Lead all project activity that focuses on upgrades that meet
• Based at our Petone office, with hybrid working options available

Talent has partnered with Wellington Water to recruit a Senior Project Manager to support projects that support systems capabilities.

This is a fixed-term position until 27th June 2027.

We're looking for people who are passionate about being part of a team that delivers essential services to our communities. You'll enjoy a workplace with inclusivity at its core and be part of a team that's united by passion, dedication, and fosters a shared care for water and their community.

The opportunity
Wellington Water is currently looking to uplift technology and support system capabilities and are looking for a Senior IT Project Manager with a good understanding of cloud infrastructure and data platforms to get the most out of our systems across a fixed term project.

Reporting to the Manager EPMO & Digital Portfolio, you will lead all project activity across our Core Platforms Remediation Programme that focuses on upgrades that meet data management, analytics, reporting and business application needs. This will require you to work closely with internal / external stakeholders, vendors and Subject Matter Experts to further understand the capabilities and connections of our data, cloud infrastructure platforms, how they are utilised within the wider organisation and see design from project scope through development, migration and delivery.

Utilising your previous project management experience you will lead project support staff, work closely with our end users, and identify resourcing and supplier engagement for workstream requirements.

About You
To be successful in this role you will bring:

• Proven leadership experience with certification in project methodologies such as PRINCE 2, Agile or similar
• Demonstrated ability to implement core business strategies and objectives into technology orientated projects
• Delivery focus to drive and champion continuous improvement
• Deep understanding of common cloud infrastructure technologies, COTS product implementations, Data Platforms and experience in Microsoft Business Applications (including Project Server)
• An excellent understanding of current architect solutions and technical business analytics
• A strong ability to engage and motivate others, alongside excellent relationship management skills

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 2 days working from home
• Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
• Formal and informal professional development opportunities
• 5 weeks annual leave accrual will be available following 2 years of continual service

For a full list of our employee benefits click here.

About Water Wellington
Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Their job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. They'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 their organisational heart. Their people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment which is reflective in their values; Tangata Tiaki, Whānau and Mana.

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Applications close on
Friday 5th December 2025
. We will review applications as they are received and may progress suitable candidates to interviews before the closing date.
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Applicants may 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 or eligible to obtain a working visa.