Project Manager - Specialist - Part-Time

• A fascinating space-based engineering project,
• Exceptional stakeholder and schedule management needed,
• Parental Leave cover for 8 months, part-time also available

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
This is a fixed-term or secondment opportunity to cover a period of parental leave. This can also be a part time role from 25 hours per week depending on your own situation, we are able to negotiate what works for you.
The role sits within our SouthPAN programme of work which is one of our most diverse and interesting projects. SouthPAN (Southern Positioning Augmentation Network) will improve the accuracy and reliability of satellite-based positioning systems in New Zealand and Australia. If you have an interest in space-based projects then this is one of the most appealing projects to be on.
You will be in a Wellington based team of technical and passionate people with backgrounds in engineering, aviation, satellite navigation and positioning, so a very interesting bunch of people.
The wider virtual team includes people from Geoscience Australia, who you will be working with daily. The team also includes with multiple stakeholders located in Australia, US, Spain and the UK. This means that some flexibility may be required to collaborate across different time zones.
This position's purpose is to contribute to the SouthPAN programme by:

• Using project management expertise to facilitate land acquisition and oversee contractor civil works activities at sites across New Zealand and Australia,
• Actively managing the MS Project schedule to ensure successful project outcomes,
• Providing insight and advice on operational and strategic matters,
• Identifying, and proactively managing risks and emerging issues, and developing effective responses to business challenges,
• Actively collaborating with your colleagues from across Toitū Te Whenua and Geoscience Australia to ensure your advice is connected and customer centric,
• Presenting written communication, documentation, and numerical reports in a professional manner, and
• Identifying and resolving issues and problems that arise, ensuring they are effectively dealt with by the appropriate project team members.

To see more about the project please see the link here: SouthPAN Information He pūkenga tou – Skills & Experience

• Experience in the project management of physical infrastructure projects, ideally in a public sector setting,
• Demonstratable experience in the implementation of scheduling concepts, Gantt chart development and maintenance using MS Project, and the development of work breakdown structures,
• Understanding of systems development life cycles and systems engineering methodologies,
• Proven relationship building skills with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders,
• Experience actively working with diverse stakeholders both internal and externally.

The annual salary range for this role is: $100,000 – $120,000 dependant on skills and experience. Ngā mea e tukuna ana e tātau – What we offer our employees

• Interesting work which impacts Aotearoa as we care for whenua, moana and arawai.
• Eye & ear care reimbursements
• Annual Flu Vaccinations
• Reduced Health Insurance Premiums
• Diverse groups and networks
• If eligible for paid parental leave, you will be entitled to a top up payment for the first 18 weeks of the 26 weeks.
• A minimum of four weeks and three days annual leave

Te Tākinatanga - Our Story
Toitū Te Whenua plays a vital role in understanding, developing, and caring for New Zealand's whenua, moana and arawai (land, sea and waterways). Whether you're developing our products and services to support our customers, managing the Crown estate, engaging with our iwi partners, or helping us be an effective regulator, your contribution can make a difference. Our mahi helps New Zealanders have confidence that the development of our land, communities and country is being planned from an informed and expert position that balances environmental, social, cultural, and economic considerations. Now and for future generations. Our Kia Toipoto Intentions - Public Service Gender, Māori, Pacific and Ethnic Pay Gap Action Plan
Toitū Te Whenua is a diverse team of individuals with different experience and perspectives. This drives our culture and high performance. We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential. As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value difference and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not. As an organisation we embrace diversity, encourage work life balance and have a flexible approach to the way we work which means you will quickly feel connected and valued. Tono mai - How to Apply
If you're eyeing up this role and believe you've got what it takes, please apply, or get in touch with the team.
To apply, please click “Apply Online.” You'll be taken through to our Toitū Te Whenua Careers Centre where you'll be able to review further information about the responsibilities and accountabilities of this role in the Position Description. You'll be able to complete your online application form and upload a copy of your CV/Cover Letter.
Please note, while applications close Monday 27 May 2024, we may be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.
For tracking and evaluation purposes, all applications must be submitted via our on-line process. You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be eligible for this position.  You may notice that the Position Description title for this role (Geospatial Specialist – Level Toru/3) doesn't match the advertised title. At Toitū Te Whenua we design our roles around shared capabilities (rather than focusing on tasks). This means our position descriptions are broad, one position description can cover many roles, this is known as Broad Based Role (BBR). Using BBR allows us to be responsive to our customers and to strengthen the connections across our organisation. It also gives us the flexibility to provide wider opportunities to our people, to further their careers.
If you have any questions about this role or working at Toitū Te Whenua, please email and our Recruitment Team will be in touch with you.