At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our goal is to protect and enhance the environment and enable our communities to do the same. So we can deliver on our responsibilities, we're not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us get there. In return, we offer a positive and go-ahead organisational culture, where work/life balance is both respected and valued.
Otago's a pretty special place, covering a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers and wild beaches. Our environment is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.
The Opportunity Our Policy and Planning Team are looking for a Project Manager, Land and Water Regional Plan project to join the team on a full time, fixed-term (12 months) basis in our Dunedin office.
The purpose of this position is to provide high quality project management expertise to deliver a new Land and Water Regional Plan (LWRP) for Otago for notification by 31 October 2024.
The Project Manager will be responsible for detailed project planning, hands-on project management, reporting, risk management, budget management and delivery for the project.
This role is also expected to also provide high quality advice and support for the Project Owner and Project Sponsor.
You will have in-depth knowledge and demonstrated experience is delivering projects and have the drive and passion to support the end-to-end process required to deliver a significant programme of work for the ORC and the people of Otago.
A copy of the full position description is attached in the Job Details below.
If you have a passion for project management and enjoy collaborating with others to meet project objectives and deliverables, we would love to hear from you!
About You Our ideal candidate will have:
5 + years' experience in project managementDemonstrated experience in delivering projects on time, to budget, and within the quality measures of the projectExperience working in a policy and planning setting in local government / or experience working within regulatory and/or legislative frameworksStrong organisational and business process skills The salary range for this role is $90,000- $110,000.
What we offer We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of kakau mahaki | caring, matatika | trustworthy, pono | open and honest, mahi katahi | collaborative, noho haepapa | accountable, wairua auaha | creative, alongside us, regardless of their background.
To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:
Flexible work opportunitiesLife InsuranceSuperannuationCompetitive remuneration packagesHow to Apply If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application, including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.
Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early.
All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.
Expertise Environmental Policy and Planning, Project Management
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