Team Lead - Project Management Office

• Opportunity to work with prestigious enterprise and government customers.
• Hybrid work opportunity, Auckland or Wellington based.

About us

Canon is the world's leading imaging organisation. As a Fortune 500 Company, we actively inspire people with imaginative ideas that enable you to connect, communicate and achieve more than you thought possible. When you join Canon, you’ll find a rewarding culture that values you. You’re empowered to focus on your career progression and turn your goals into reality. You’ll be an integral part of the group’s success.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Team Lead to effectively manage our New Zealand Project Management Office (PMO). Along with leading the team, you will be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of projects to a high standard, on time, and within budget. You will drive efficiency through process refinement, continuous improvement initiatives, and work closely with leadership to ensure excellence across all project activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead in alignment with Canon’s vision and goals, working with the National Manager – Technical Services to meet KPIs and outcomes.
• Provide a point of escalation for both the Project Managers as well as other internal and external stakeholders.
• Be accountable for the PMO teams’ performance ensuring success metrics are being met and providing guidance and mentoring.
• Ensuring projects are completed within all agreed boundaries including scope, cost, and time.
• Drive a team culture that embraces knowledge sharing.
• Ensure key stakeholders, internal and external, are up to date on progress throughout the lifecycle of the projects.
• Identify and capitalise on opportunities for efficiency and improvement.
• Establish and maintain consistent approach in Project Management practices.

About You

Our ideal person excels in problem-solving and decision-making, approaching challenges with a proactive mindset. With strong leadership and mentoring skills, you inspire and guide your team to meet and exceed goals. You take pride in their development and accomplishments, driving both your personal and the team's success through strategic thinking and collaboration.

Other key attributes include:

• Team leadership skills with demonstrated experience in motivating and supporting the team to achieve results.
• 5+ years of experience successfully delivering projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective document writing skills detailing projects you have worked on.
• Intermediate to advanced experience within Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Prince2 Project Management certification will be highly regarded.
• Assertive, confident, and excellent interpersonal skills.

• Strong presentation skills and the ability to facilitate training to staff and clients.
• Very high attention to detail

In return, you'll have the opportunity to work for a multinational company where you can elevate your skills and advance your career. We invest in your growth through training, development, and progression, while recognising and rewarding your contributions. With the right tools, support, and encouragement, you’ll have the freedom to innovate and make a real impact.

What We Offer

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Enjoy flexible working arrangements that fit your lifestyle.
• Training and Development Opportunities: Access world-class training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• Wellbeing Benefits: Including discounted health insurance and confidential counselling.
• Performance Recognition: Quarterly and annual awards for high achievers.
• Bonus Leave: Birthday leave, Canon Day, and Kyosei Day for volunteer work.
• Milestone Recognition: Carbon credits, merchandise, or retirement fund rewards.
• Discounts on Canon Products 
• Invest in Your Future: We offer education assistance and an employee referral scheme to support your long-term career growth.

Eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on your employment nature and location.

Ready to Join Us?

We believe in the power of an inclusive and diverse workforce. We trust you will bring your authentic self to work, and we will focus on making sure that together, we make a strong contribution to the broader community in which we operate. Where possible, flexible working arrangements are the norm, as we know a better work-life balance can improve your motivation, performance, and productivity.

As an equal opportunity employer focused on strengthening our inclusive culture, all applicants will be considered and we welcome applications from people of all ages, cultures including Māori and Pasifika peoples, abilities, religious beliefs, national origin, sexual orientation, and gender identities.