Project Managers
Two Project Managers needed to assist with the delivery of the recently announced aircraft which will replace the iconic P-3K2 Orion
Summary about this job
Government
Company: Ministry of Defence
Location: Wellington
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +64-6-624-3106
Fax: +64-4-849-7385
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Detail information about job Project Managers . Terms and conditions vacancy
- Wellington based
- Large, complex and long term project
- Assist with the delivery of the recently announced P-3K2 Orion fleet
Are you an experienced Project Manager after a large, complex and long term project?
The Ministry of Defence is after two Project Managers to assist with the delivery of the recently announced aircraft which will replace the iconic P-3K2 Orion. This project will make a real difference to the lives of people in New Zealand and abroad.Working in partnership with the New Zealand Defence Force to drive integrated end to end alignment across the project, you'll plan, manage and monitor the project as part of the Integrated Project Team which is led by an Integrated Project Team Leader.
We need Project Managers who, collectively across the two positions, are comfortable developing and overseeing complex project schedules, maintaining and managing project finances, identifying and effectively managing risk, keeping tight control of project scope and communicating effectively within and beyond the project team. By doing these things well, you'll be contributing to our country becoming an international exemplar in military capability management.These roles are for a fixed term period of 4 years, to meet the length of the project. You'll be offered all the same benefits as our permanent staff, including a range of wellbeing initiatives.
To achieve in the role you'll need to have outstanding relationship management and communication skills, and be highly organised and flexible in your approach. You'll also have:
- A proven track record in supporting project delivery for large, multi-faceted and complex projects
- Experience in a project management methodologies, specifically practical risk management and/or schedule management
- Procurement and project financial management experience
- Proven ability to deal with complex, conceptual issues and to apply problem solving techniques
- Ability to successfully lead a small project support team
- Excellent scheduling and Microsoft Project skills
- Continuous improvement focus
- Attention to detail and be extremely organised and systematic
- A good understanding of management accounting and financial management principles and practices
An understanding of the defence industry would be an advantage.
Working with a diverse group of professionals, achieving in this large and complex project will set you up well for future roles.
To apply please go directly to our website www.jobs.defence.govt.nz. Direct any queries regarding this role (but not your application) to [email protected]
Applications for this role close Sunday 22 July 2018 at 5pm.
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a high level security clearance. For this role candidates must be a New Zealand citizen.
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