Tauranga City Council is one of Tauranga's largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community-focused team.We always strive to ensure that you feel valued and supported in the workplace.To highlight that our people are our greatest asset, we offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours and work from home options, as well as career development opportunities.Why choose us?Are you a visionary leader with a passion for delivering impactful transport solutions? Join us at Tauranga City Council as our Programme Director: Major Transport Projects and be at the forefront of transforming one of New Zealand's fastest-growing cities. This is your chance to lead major infrastructure developments that will shape Tauranga's future!Be part of a game-changing programme that will leave a lasting legacy on Tauranga's infrastructure and community.Work within a dynamic, fast-growing city where your leadership will directly contribute to shaping a better, more sustainable future.Enjoy a supportive, team-oriented environment that values innovation, collaboration, and your professional growth.Tauranga City Council is a vibrant and inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued, and your contributions recognised. We provide exciting opportunities for growth and development with access to training programmes to reach your full potential.We're on a mission to build a modern transport system and make it easier and safer for people to move around the city whether they're walking, biking, riding on mobility scooters, catching the bus, or driving. Join us and take up the chance to be part of ground-breaking projects that are shaping the future of our city's transportation network.Te Turanga | About the roleAs the Programme Director, you will take charge of our five landmark projects under the Transport System Plan (TSP), ensuring their seamless delivery from planning through to completion. Reporting directly to the General Manager: Infrastructure, you'll be leading a highly skilled team and working alongside key stakeholders such as NZTA and Regional Council to drive a transportation system that's sustainable, functional, and ready for future growth.Key Responsibilities IncludeStrategic Leadership: Lead, inspire, and develop your team to achieve community-focused outcomes while fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.Risk and Opportunity Management: Take proactive measures to identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring smooth, commercially astute project delivery generating value for money.Project Integration: Oversee the successful coordination of major projects, including the Papamoa East Interchange, Cameron Road Stage 2, Tauriko West Enabling Works, 15th Avenue to Welcome Bay and Connecting Mount Maunganui.Stakeholder Collaboration: Align with external partners such as NZTA, Regional Council, Western Bay, Kiwi Rail and the Port of Tauranga to ensure integrated efforts across the region.Communication & Reporting: Present regular updates to the Chief Executive and key stakeholders, demonstrating political savviness, providing clear insights into project progress and overcoming challenges.Nga Pukenga | What you'll need to succeedTo succeed in this role, you'll bring;Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred.Extensive experience in project and programme management, particularly in overseeing large-scale complex infrastructure projects.Strong understanding of urban planning, transportation, and land use development.Proven track record in risk management and strategic planning.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.Demonstrating political savviness with a proven track record of excellent presentation and delivery to governors' boards, committees, and councils.Te Tukanga | How to applyIf you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, then we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at ****** note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please click 'Apply' at the bottom of this page and follow the link.Applications will be reviewed as they are received, applications will close upon the appointment of a successful candidate.Our selection process may include behavioural interview(s), psychometric and ability assessments, reference checks, and pre-employment screening.Tauranga City Council will not accept applications or contact from any placement service, temporary staffing agency, or professional recruiter for this vacancy. If/where Tauranga City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our network of agencies. We ask that you please do not contact Tauranga City Council or any of its employees regarding vacancies. Tauranga City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to such unsolicited contact.Job Description: Programme Director: Major ProjectsSeniority levelExecutiveEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionManagement, Project Management, and Strategy/PlanningIndustriesMotor Vehicle Manufacturing
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