Project Manager

He whakahaere aronga-anamata a Mercury, e tuku ana i te pūngao me ngā whitimamao ki te mahi a tangata o Aotearoa, ā, he nui ake i tā ētahi atu. Waihoki, e para ana i te huarahi mā te pūngao whakahou me te whai i tētahi anamata toitū. Kei te iho ko tō mātou koronga. Tiakina te anamata, mā te tūhono i ngā tāngata me ngā wāhi o te inamata. He āki tēnei i a tātou ki te whakapau kaha kia hua ake ai he anamata pai ake mō ō tātou tāngata, mō ō tātou hapori, me Aotearoa.

Mercury is a bold future-focused organisation, providing energy and telecommunications to more Kiwis than anyone else, leading the way with renewable energy and working toward a sustainable future. At the heart is our purpose. Taking care of tomorrow: connecting people and place today. This pushes us to do all we can to create a better future for our people, our communities, and Aotearoa New Zealand.

Tā mātou arawātea | Our Opportunity:

Help shape the future of renewable energy at Mercury. As Project Manager, you’ll lead the delivery of capital projects across our generation portfolio, supporting strategic asset investments that enhance the safety, reliability and performance of our renewable electricity infrastructure. You’ll have the opportunity to work across a variety of generation assets and technologies, applying your project management expertise to projects that create lasting value for Mercury.

We are currently recruiting multiple Project Managers (including a Senior Project Manager) within Mercury’s generation project delivery team and Hydro Rehab team, reporting to the program managers. For the role you’ll bring together operational, engineering and contractor resources to safely deliver projects from planning through to commissioning. You’ll manage project scope, schedule, cost and risk, while building strong relationships across the business and ensuring successful project outcomes.

The roles offers the opportunity to use your existing leadership skills, apply your technical and commercial judgement to renewable generation projects to deliver great outcomes across a diverse range of projects.

Locations are Hamilton or Taupō, with work at project sites as required.

Tāu e mahi ai | What you’ll be doing:

• Lead project teams, contractors and suppliers to deliver site works safely, to agreed quality, time and cost requirements.
• Coordinate site activities, resources and work interfaces with operations, engineering and commissioning teams.
• Manage contracts, contractor relationships and project risks, resolving issues and identifying opportunities to improve delivery.
• Oversee site health and safety, permits and work controls, alongside quality assurance, performance testing and commissioning.
• Report on progress, milestones and financial performance.

Tā mātou e kimi nei | We are looking for:

• Proven experience in either leading delivery teams, site project management, construction supervision or project management.
• Technical knowledge of generating plant or similar systems, with experience in commissioning, testing and quality assurance.
• Leadership and relationship skills that bring teams, contractors and stakeholders together.
• Sound planning, analytical and problem-solving skills, with a clear commitment to safety and quality.
• An engineering degree or related qualification is preferred; a trade qualification or relevant leadership experience may also support your application.

Ngā tāpaetanga a Mercury | Mercury offers:

• Additional 5 days leave per annum (MyDays)
• $400 one off tax-free payment towards setting up your home office
• Offers on electricity and telco – if you’re a Mercury customer, you can enjoy 25% off eligible energy, broadband and mobile charges
• Join the Employee Share Scheme where you receive $1,000 of Mercury shares annually with a 3-year period of restriction
• A diverse workplace where your unique abilities and talents will be recognised and encouraged
• Annual salary reviews with excellent parental leave policy, with the option to purchase additional leave
• The opportunities, career paths and facilities associated with working for one of New Zealand's largest multi-utility providers
• Flexible working policy - The autonomy and trust to work flexibly from our purpose-built premises and from home, recognising the value of this flexibility in the modern world
• Discounted health insurance and free life and income insurance
• Excellent well-being programme including up to $100 annual check ups and confidential assistance programme
• Gender affirmation leave and supportive bereavement leave to be taken when you lose anyone close to you, including your pet

Mercury is a learning organisation that is committed to providing you with opportunities to grow and develop that will benefit you now and in the future. Part of your role includes building your skillset and mindset through a variety of ways. We believe this creates an energised, innovative and agile work environment where you will feel valued.

E koekoe te tūī, e ketekete te kākā, e kūkū te kererū

Every voice has its place – and together, we thrive.

At Mercury, we believe different backgrounds, experiences and capabilities make us stronger. If this role matches your skills and interests, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement.

Click ‘apply’ to submit your application. If you require support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@mercury.co.nz. Applications cannot be accepted via email.

The full position description is available on our Career Page. Applications close at 5:00pm on Tuesday, 10th November. We may review applications, begin interviews and close the advertisement before this date, so we encourage you to apply early.