Support infrastructure PMs with project coordination, control, and reportingIntellectually stimulating work with great learning and progression prospectsEnjoy working in a supportive national team helping decarbonise AotearoaBring your outstanding organisational skills to a fast-paced environment and growing organisation at the centre of the electricity sector. Transpower is the owner and operator of the National Grid. At the heart of the electricity sector, we transport high voltage electricity from where it is generated to large electricity users and the distribution businesses that deliver it to homes and businesses nationwide.
With a whole-of-industry view of the electricity sector, our team is working hard to enable accelerated electrification and a more sustainable, net carbon zero future.
About the team To enable this future, our Grid Delivery division is accountable for the delivery of all work across New Zealand's transmission network. This includes project and maintenance work delivered in conjunction with our service provider organisations. Transpower delivers approximately $400M capex and $100M in opex per annum and this is forecast to grow.
The Project Support team is responsible for providing project support and performance services to over 50 project managers, to enable successful delivery of all grid capital investigation and build projects. Check out the mahi we support here Projects | Transpower
About the opportunity If you are looking for interesting and meaningful work with great development opportunities over time, look no further!
As part of our team of Project/Programme Coordinators, based in our Wellington office, you'll provide end-to-end support services to investigation Project Managers, working in partnership to deliver successful projects.
You'll connect information and tasks and provide insights about our customers to enable smooth delivery of our capital programme. Plus, you'll work closely with relevant National Delivery Managers on their portfolio of projects to ensure a good understanding of tools and processes to give visibility and help drive performance.
You'll enjoy a variety of tasks including:
Being the point-of-contact for project support and informationEnd-to-end financial management support, including forecasting, invoicing, accruals, and variancesMonitoring and analysis of reports and metrics to help manage projects and improve qualityProactively identifying and driving continuous business improvementAs someone who loves the buzz that comes from working in a fast-paced environment, you'll be able to put your excellent time management skills to the test. Your flexible and unflappable nature will allow you to balance high work volumes with accuracy and attention to detail with ease.
What will you bring? You'll be inquisitive, eager to learn, comfortable with change and confident to share your ideas as we have a focus on continuous improvement. Your energy, positivity, and desire to make a valuable contribution will ensure your success!
To be considered, your CV and covering letter will demonstrate: Experience in a project or programme coordination roleAbility to analyse issues and identify exceptionsStrong financial acuity and a proven understanding of financial management systemsAdvanced skills in Microsoft Office suite including Project OnlineExcellent communication and written skillsStrong co-ordination, organisational, and administrative skillsJoin us at Transpower Aotearoa is powered by the people who work here. Every home, every marae, every electric vehicle, every hospital relies on the electricity we manage and deliver. This is your opportunity to join us on a mission that affects all New Zealanders, the planet, and the economy.
With over 28 nationalities, our people provide diverse perspectives, knowledge, and deep and varied experience which they love to share. Our environment is family friendly with the option to work from home two days per week.
Wellbeing is supported with a range of employee health and wellness benefits - check them out here https://www.transpower.co.nz/careers/working-transpower and learning, professional development, and career progression over time.
Next Steps If you have a genuine desire to forge a career in projects, and are keen to learn from people who are passionate about what they do, please review the position description via our careers site https://careers.transpower.co.nz/search and apply without delay.
Role closes 8th April 2024. However, resumes will be reviewed as received and we may contact you to discuss your application and experience prior to the closing date.
Please note: Existing eligibility to work in New Zealand is required.
Expertise Administration & Office Support, Project Management
Job level(s) Associate, Experienced
Work type(s) Permanent Full Time
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