Ta tatou atarua – Our vision Enabling what matters He angitutanga - The opportunity Join our vibrant and forward-thinking organisation during one of the most exciting times in our district's growth! As the Horowhenua District continues to expand rapidly, the Horowhenua District Council is at the forefront of this transformation. We are currently looking for an experienced and passionate Delivery Lead. We're looking for someone who is naturally a people person with project management skills, who is able to connect dots and drive success becoming a key player in our high-performing Parks and Property team. In this role, you'll leverage your project management expertise and strong people skills to ensure the successful delivery of our Parks and Property Capital Programme. You will oversee the strategic and operational actions within the team, manage contractors, and drive projects to successful completion. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and excel at connecting the dots to drive results, we'd love to hear from you! He korero mou - About you We're seeking an individual with exceptional engagement and communication skills who excels at building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external contractors, consultants, and customers. The ideal candidate will be outcome-focused and solution-oriented, with a strong understanding of legislation and local government procedures and policies. They should also be adept at collaborating with customers, both internal and external, to achieve the best possible outcomes. You'll have experience in project management, not just in the delivery of capital projects but also in meeting the key strategic requirements of management and elected members. Therefore, you'll have exceptional reporting skills. Ta tatou ahurea – Our culture Horowhenua District Council is proud to be an inclusive workplace; we celebrate difference, diversity, and aim to empower our employees. We're an organisation built on innovation and optimism, and are embarking on an organisation reset. We're motivated to build a place where we value our people and provide opportunities for them to build outstanding careers and a better Horowhenua. Nga ahuatanga kei a matou - What we offer An excellent working environment where passionate and committed team members strive to make a difference for current and future generations. This is a great opportunity to join a thriving organisation with a strong focus on delivery and on doing meaningful work, surrounded by motivated people, which has a direct impact on the lives of our Horowhenua community. Tono mai inaianei - Apply now This is a full time permanent position, and a very real opportunity to make a difference. If you're interested in learning more about what the role involves please see the position description. If you have any questions or would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Lacey Winiata on ******** . Recruitment for this role closes on Friday 1 November 2024 however we'll be reviewing applications as they come in so apply now - please don't hesitate to submit your CV & Cover letter. #J-18808-Ljbffr