Kaitaki Kaupapa Mātāmuri Junior Project Manager

Company Description

Z has a clear purpose: Powering better journeys, today and tomorrow. As one of New Zealand’s largest transport energy companies, we have a commitment to delivering safe, secure, and reliable transport energy – with the opportunity to deliver new journeys, with new energy solutions in a changing world.

We are proud to be the Kiwi contingent in the Ampol Group, an independent Trans-Tasman energy company, with trading offices across the globe, which are united behind our shared purpose. While many of the challenges and opportunities we face go beyond national boundaries, together we have the scale, influence, and capability to deliver for our customers, communities, and our people.

Job Description

We are committed to our purpose and strategy and through this mahi are seeking a Kaitaki Kaupapa Mātāmuri Junior Project Manager to support large complex projects, contributing to the planning, execution and delivery of initiatives within Z.

This is a fixed term role for 6 months based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington. We are seeking demonstrated project management experience in a commercial environment with the availability for a quick start and the ability to commit to a fixed term.

We work at scale and operate in a rapidly changing environment, if you are seeking a dynamic role focused on delivering value while utilising agile ways of working lets kōrero.

You will have the opportunity to

• Contribute to project planning and milestones
• Provide advice on delivery approaches and define objectives, expectations and success criteria
• Work collaboratively to gather requirements, assess feasibility, define deliverables and ensure integration
• Communicate project progress and encourage feedback from stakeholders
• Assist with resource requirements throughout projects and provide reporting
• Provide guidance and support while fostering an agile mindset and promoting continuous improvement

Qualifications

What you’ll bring to Z

• Demonstrated experience at least two years’ experience of supporting and managing large complex projects proving leadership and governance 
• A strong stakeholder manager with the ability to identify, plan and implement actions designed to engage a range of people
• The ability to work collaboratively, to bring others on the journey, foster active participation and build open channels of communication
• Excellent knowledge of project management methodologies, knowledge of Agile would be advantageous
• Commercial acumen with a lens of a strategic business focus
• The energy to work with a rapidly changing environment and with ambiguity

And of course, you’ll be passionate about what matters to Z, embracing and living our values to help us deliver on our aspirations and broader commitment to Aotearoa New Zealand.

Additional Information

What we can offer you

• A competitive remuneration package including enhanced employer contribution for KiwiSaver
• Generous leave provisions including enhanced sick leave
• The balance of hybrid working, enjoy some of your week at home and some in our welcoming office space
• The opportunity to contribute and be part of a supportive team that is here to make a difference
• A chance to build your own capability through learning from some of the industry’s most knowledgeable people who have a desire to share their insights along with access to upskilling opportunities and career development across the organisation

The base salary range for this role is $96,900 to $114,000 per annum, we also offer a 5% KiwiSaver employer contribution. 

Why Z?

Z has always been a proud Kiwi company. We’re aspirational for our future, confident of our role in Aotearoa New Zealand’s success and deeply loyal to our customers, communities and people.

At Z we focus on achieving extraordinary outcomes by setting the appropriate context, rather than by telling our people what to do. By doing this, high performing and talented people deliver better results and are more personally fulfilled.

We care deeply for our people while pushing them to achieve their best as individuals and collectively as an organisation. Our flexible working approach and Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick accreditations - backed by our strong company values, Tū Kaha Stand Up, Tū Maia Speak Out, Tū Kotahi Side by Side - have created an open and inclusive workplace that promotes personal development and is underpinned by a desire for our people and our communities to succeed.

One of the things we stand for at Z is Diversity & Inclusion. It is our belief that having a diverse workforce make it possible for our people to truly be themselves and deliver on our aspirations for Z.

We’re distinctive in our approach and if you’re up for a challenge, we’d love you to be part of it. If Z sounds like a place you believe you can add value and grow your own capability, then make sure you read Our Why. This is our founding document and provides further insights in what it means to part of the Z whānau.

If Z feels like a good match for your head and your heart, come join us for one heck of a journey!

Whakauru | Apply

Please include a cover letter in your application, telling us why you’re a great fit for Z.

Applications close: Friday 01 November 2024

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.

To be considered for this position you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.