Project Manager
Who we are
We own and operate the electricity distribution network that provides South Cantabrians with power. We are proud to be community-owned and connect over 33, 000 customers throughout the region.
Our values of Safety, Accountability, Integrity, and Respect reflect who we are, what matters to us and how we do what we do. We care deeply about people, and strive to empower our people, our customers and our community while innovating for the future and generations to come.
We are considered an essential lifeline service, playing a significant role in our community, contributing to the growth and prosperity of South Canterbury and New Zealand’s transition to a low-carbon economy.
We are in a period of substantial investment and with that comes exciting career opportunities for the right candidates to join our high performing team.
The role
As a Project Manager within the capital projects area, your primary responsibility is to ensure that network related projects and programs are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to agreed standards.
As a project manager within the operational maintenance works area, your primary responsibility is to ensure that the network asset scheduled maintenance and vegetation management programs are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to agreed standards.
This involves working closely with Project Engineers to deliver projects from start to finish, while also developing sustainable project management capabilities within the organisation.
What you’ll need
The successful candidate will ideally have a combination of the following skills and qualifications:
· Tertiary or Trade qualification (Electrical)
· Project Management Certification and/or significant Project Management experience
· 5yrs experience in delivering engineering projects or work programmes
· 5yrs experience in managing or undertaking scheduled asset maintenance on switch-gear and transformers
· Experience and understanding of contract management principles (e.g. NZS3910)
· Excellent planning and organising skills
· Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
The salary range we are offering for the right person is: $95,000.00 to $115,000.00 per annum.
What we offer
We value a healthy work life balance, and our strategy is to promote a holistic employee value proposition to support you to bring your best self to work. We want you to be highly motivated, competitively rewarded and encouraged to bring your ideas to the fore.
We have a genuine commitment to our people, our culture, our community and also like to have some fun along the way. A large part of this commitment is demonstrated in our very active Sponsorship space which seeks to make a meaningful contribution to the upliftment of the region. Being part of the Alpine family means you have the opportunity to be involved in these events and make a lasting impact.
Our ultra-modern offices in Timaru, promote collaboration and productivity, with panoramic views as far as the eye can see. Our Café is stocked with great coffee, interactive games, and an outdoor area for those well-deserved breaks.
Application
If you feel this position is for you and can you see yourself playing a part in empowering South Canterbury’s energy future, apply by submitting a covering letter and CV, telling us why this position should be yours. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. We may begin shortlisting as we receive applications, therefore we encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.
You must hold a current driver licence and have the right to live and work in New Zealand.
