• Senior and Intermediate level permanent roles
  
• Based in Nelson
• Council infrastructure project management

Nelson City Council are always striving to deliver an even better service to their community and have introduced a new service delivery model to help achieve their Capital Projects works programme – these include infrastructure projects for three waters, roading, and traffic improvements, walking and cycle ways, parks, and playground installations, facilities and building upgrades.

We are looking for skilled professionals at both the Senior and Intermediate experience levels in capital works projects.

Senior Project Manager – you will have more than 6 years of experience in managing and delivering your own infrastructure/construction projects, and essential you hold a project management qualification e.g. PRINCE2, PMP and possess solid experience working within the infrastructure, engineering, capital works or client side or consultancy environments within New Zealand.  You will have been successful in managing projects delivered by contractors, able to employ appropriate project management techniques to achieve strategic project objectives, optimising common processes and decision making across the projects and to help deliver the outcomes in a coordinated manner.

Project Manager [intermediate level] – you will have approximately 5 years’ experience as a Project Manager within infrastructure, engineering, capital works, client-side or consultancy, and it is essential that you hold a project management qualification.  We are looking for motivated Project Managers who have a willingness to work across a breadth of technical projects, able to support and be supported by the Senior Project Managers and looking development in their careers to step up to the next level.

You will be working across a variety of projects in these roles, and in addition to the skills mentioned above it is important that you possess the following attributes:

• It is ESSENTIAL that you hold experience within the NZ engineering, client-side, local government or consultancy environments.
• Have excellent communications and relationship management skills as you will be representing Council throughout the project’s lifespan to delivery.
• Able to influence the of projects through engagement with external parties.
• Be highly motivated and possess a positive attitude to contribute to a wide range of projects.
• Possess a relevant engineering or project management qualification.

Nelson City Council offers an enjoyable, rewarding and flexible working environment.

For articulate and motivated professionals, these are excellent career and lifestyle opportunities in a fabulous location. Nelson is a thriving city set within a diverse region with a gorgeous natural environment, amazing weather and easy access to beautiful natural resources which provide a wonderful backdrop for businesses and communities to live, work and play.

To register your interest in this superb opportunity, please submit your details in absolute confidence via our registration process attaching both an up-to-date CV and cover letter (in Word please).   Alternatively, for a confidential conversation, you can contact Amanda Scott, Consulting Director at talentnow! on 021-784483 or email amanda.scott@talentnow.co.nz

Applications close Friday 30th November 2018.

Only candidates meeting the above criteria will be considered, noting you must possess NZ experience in a relevant role.

• Permanent, full-time role based in Nelson
  
• Proven project delivery – Council infrastructure
  
• Leadership opportunity
  

At the heart of the region, Nelson City Council is a Unitary Authority responsible for providing key infrastructure, community facilities and services, economic development and a range of regulatory functions including for land use and resource management.

Nelson City Council is always striving to deliver an even better service to their community. They have introduced a new service delivery model to help achieve their Capital Projects programme and they are looking for a new Team Leader.

The purpose of the Team Leader Project Delivery role will be to lead a small team of motivated and capable civil engineers and project managers responsible for the delivery of the Council’s capital and renewals programme. Their infrastructure projects including three waters, roading, and traffic improvements, walking and cycle ways, parks, and playground installations, facilities and building upgrades.

Reporting to the Manager Capital Projects, you will be responsible for supporting a team to successfully manage projects delivered by contractors, along with managing a small portfolio of capital works projects of your own. Therefore, it is essential that you are a qualified Civil Engineer, ideally with a project management qualification and it would be advantageous if you have worked in a Consultancy or PMO environment that had a continuous improvement focus.  This is a very good career step for an experienced Team Leader or Manager, who possesses the mix of technical, financial and relationship management skills essential in this role.

In return, Nelson City Council offers an enjoyable, rewarding and flexible working environment and this role provides a career step with depth and diversity. You will be working together with colleagues who are passionate about making Nelson an even better place.

To register your interest in this superb opportunity, please submit your details in absolute confidence via our registration process attaching both an up-to-date CV and cover letter (in Word please).   Alternatively, for a confidential conversation, you can contact Amanda Scott, Consulting Director at talentnow! on 021-784483 or email amanda.scott@talentnow.co.nz

Applications close midnight on Friday 9th November 2018.

To apply for this role, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand and have relevant local New Zealand experience.

• Contract through to April 2019, immediate start
  
• Could be part-time if availability limited?
  
• Innovative service provider in growth sector

So we're after experience. You will be involved more in the reporting rather than the development within the DW environment.

You'll be responsible for the continuation of building their business intelligence function, which will enable analysis, management and dissemination of data and information to support best practice service delivery, to support evidence-based decision-making processes, and to ensure all data reporting requirements are met.

Primarily you'll need the following expertise and be doing the following:

• Reporting technologies using Power BI and Excel
• Creating Tables and Views in SQL server
• Creating Pivot Tables

Whilst your expertise is paramount, not compromised will be someone who will fit nicely into the team, even in the short term.  The nature of the sector is such that style as well as expertise ensures maximum productivity and this client will not compromise in this area.

Industry experience in a complex environment is essential, and anyone who has been in central or local Govt, or sectors such as health, education, utilities, or social services will most likely fit the profile.

South Auckland location, close to motorway, with plenty of free parking outside.

An excellent rate will be paid for the right person.

If you have the skills and fit, then please contact Kevin Chappell on 0295-974739 for an immediate discussion. But I will still need a CV and cover letter to support your application by clicking on apply and following our registration process.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY CANDIDATES CURRENTLY IN NZ, AND WITH THE RIGHT EXPERIENCE, WILL BE CONSIDERED. PLEASE, NO OVERSEAS APPLICANTS.

• Great team to lead - interesting projects
  
• Central Hamilton based
• Permanent full-time role

You will have worked extensively as a BA in complex environments, and through your natural capability, assumed a lead role and then have taken on more "formal" lead roles where you were responsible for a team of BAs on a day-to-day basis. You must have worked in either the NZ commercial or public sector, or a comparative environment such as Australia, the UK, or South Africa.

We are not after a PM, more the generic or technical BA who enjoys the intricacies of analysis, can link together all project components and practices, but also enjoys the people side and "joining the dots"!  Experience mentoring and training is also important as you will be responsible for ensuring all BAs in your team are focused on project outcomes.

You will have relevant tertiary qualifications from a recognised institution, and have additional subsequent training to ensure you are contemporary with current practices in the BA space.  And likewise, further education and qualifications in project and leadership practices will be required.

Please note that whilst experience will be what candidates are evaluated on, fluency of English will be a mandatory skill-set due to the nature of the sector you will be involved in.

We have worked with this client for some time and can assure applicants that securing a role like this within this programme of work, will add value to your CV and give you some transferable experience and skills that will enhance your career

So if you're either Waikato-based, or able to work Monday through Friday in Hamilton, then I'd like to hear from you.  Some travel through the Waikato and Bay of Plenty may be required from time to time, but it's not onerous.

On offer is a very good salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work with a game-changing team.

If this sounds like you, and you've got the skills, are available, coming available, or simply looking for a change, then click on "apply" and follow our registration process.  Alternatively, you can contact Kevin Chappell on 0295-974739.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY CANDIDATES WITH NZ EXPERIENCE, OR EXPERIENCE IN A COMPARATIVE COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT, WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

• Fixed term role to kick off 2019!
  
• Critical time with development in place
  
• Be part of a significant project that will add value to your experience
  

We're after someone who can hit the ground running (excuse the cliche...) and contribute immediately to the bedding in of the system, assist with any developments, plus any changes across all areas of Supply Chain.  The deadlines are tight, so we're after a "specialist" who is not daunted by these tight timeframes in front of them.

You will work to ensure readiness for change, especially around inventory processes, Third Party Supply, and be involved in ensuring all aspects of the new system are aligned to the business needs.

You will need to have worked in an environment of scale and complexity, as the sheer size of this supply chain means you'll need to understand the interaction of multiple stakeholders on and off site - plus third parties.  It would be helpful if you had experience around scanning technology, as well as of course a large ERP environment.

We are after someone who has strong skills and experience, who is also a good communicator, and can both work independently as well as part of a high performing team.  This of course alongside your knowledge and experience of end-to-end supply chain.

This is a very exciting opportunity to work in an environment where challenge and interest will prevail!  A fixed term contract role is on offer, that could ultimately lead to a permanent role.

If this is you, then please submit an application via our registration process by clicking on the apply button.  And if you'd like to know more, feel free to call Kevin Chappell on 0295-974739.

PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS ROLE, ONLY CANDIDATES WITH THE RIGHT TO WORK IN NZ, WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

Please note that we are closed from Xmas Eve through until January 3, but applications can still be accepted via this process.

• 12 month fixed term engagement
  
• January 2019 start
• Auckland City fringe location
  

The primary focus of this role will be to lead strategic communications, provide strategic and tactical advice to senior management, and work as part of a team to develop communication initiatives to support the wider organisation to engage with shareholders and industry governance groups.

The key responsibilities are to develop thorough communications strategies and plans, to provide a high level of strategic communications and engagement advice and to drive a continuous improvement within the external communication channels, delivering results through first-class execution. You will be responsible to map and track stakeholder engagement across multiple organisations and be the ‘go-to-person’ for shareholders relating to the internal programmes and communications processes.

To be successful in this role you must possess significant a tertiary qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Media Relations or similar, also have at least eight years of experience in communications, engagement and change management, ideally within a large and complex organisation (either corporate or public sector). You will have proven experience within Government and media relations, competent working in roles with high degrees of media and political scrutiny and requiring high-level analysis, formulation, and implementation.  You will require a collaborative and inquisitive nature, self-motivation and a high level of energy, along with very strong written communication skills being enhanced by your proactive stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.

We invite your interest in this superb opportunity, please submit your details in absolute confidence via our registration process attaching both an up-to-date CV and cover letter (in Word please).   Alternatively, for a confidential conversation, you can contact Amanda Scott, Consulting Director at talentnow! on 021784483 or email amanda.scott@talentnow.co.nz

PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS ROLE, ONLY CANDIDATES WITH THE RIGHT TO WORK IN NZ, WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

• 12 month fixed term engagement
  
• January 2019 start
• Auckland City fringe location
  

This role will report to the Senior Communications and Engagement Manager, and work as part of an experienced communications team.  The primary focus will be to support and coordinate operational activities in the communication, engagement and change function that engages with a wide range of external stakeholders across New Zealand. This role will maintain communications and engagement plans, develop internal and external communications and engagement collateral and contribute to activities in collaboration with the organisation’s Programme and Service teams.  Under guidance, you will be responsible for supporting the management of responses for OIA and Parliament.

To be successful in this role you must have proven experience and ability to develop and execute communications and engagement plans, possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, able to produce effective and concise reports, and have worked in politically sensitive public sector environments.

You will have a tertiary qualification in a relevant field, 3-5 years’ experience in internal and external communications, have advanced MS Office skills, and have strong design/visual communication skills and experience in InDesign.

Please submit your details in absolute confidence via our registration process attaching both an up-to-date CV and cover letter (in Word please).   Alternatively, for a confidential conversation, you can contact Amanda Scott, Consulting Director at talentnow! on 021784483 or email amanda.scott@talentnow.co.nz

PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS ROLE, ONLY CANDIDATES WITH THE RIGHT TO WORK IN NZ, WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

• Contract role through to 2019 - immediate start
  
• Support exec team
• Everything from PA through to admin
  

The role is a blend of PA type work to the exec team plus some general admin work - and you'll need to be someone who can communicate at all levels.

As well as the usual technology (MS Suite) and organisational skills, it would be helpful if you had some experience in comms coordination as the lead exec is looking to initiate some activities in this space to their customer, staff and supplier base.  It would also be useful to have experience is some aspect of the health sector.

Mandatory is that you will also need to have worked in NZ, understand our business and cultural environment and be completely fluent in English.

This is a quick start so you will need to be available of coming available in the next week.

Fringe city location with easy access.

For more information, please contact Kevin Chappell on 0295-974739, but please submit an application via our registration process before calling if you can.

NB: ONLY THOSE IN NZ WILL BE CONSIDERED.  PLEASE, IF YOU DON'T FULFILL THE MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.

• Mount Roskill
  
• Sole charge of the office
• Part time – 3 hours a day for 4 days each week

The business is well-established and has been operating for over 30 years.  It has a mix of commercial, residential and maintenance-based customers requiring electrical work and support.

The part time role (preferably Monday to Thursday, 8:00am to 11:00am) is perfect for a self-starter who would enjoy these responsibilities:

• Prepare the accounts up to Trial Balance (Xero accounting package is used)
• Accounts Payable – checking supplier invoices to Purchase Orders and getting them ready for payment
• Accounts Receivable – ensure receipts are posted to the customer accounts and follow up on overdue customer accounts
• Keeping track of cash flow
• Weekly payroll (5 staff)
• Making IRD payments
• Analysis of expenses (including credit card payments), costs, margins, pricing

The skills we are looking for:

• Experience of completing accounts up to Trial Balance
• Experience with a job management system (Fergus is used) would be a huge advantage
• Able to work unsupervised, be proactive and a self-starter
• A positive communicator and a team player who enjoys getting involved with the company’s operations

With 5 ‘Sparkies’ in the team you will be the one with the energy, style and personality to keep the business accounts and admin ticking over and up to date; and be the glue that holds all of this together.

You will not only enjoy the accounts and admin aspect of the role but also be keen on doing a bit of analysis work so that the owner has a better handle on how the business is going.

Please note that you must have New Zealand residency.

If you are keen please click on “Apply now” link to apply and attach your CV.

Also, please ensure you attach Cover Letter saying why the role is attractive and why the hours appeal to you.

Any enquiries?  Call or email John Keesing:   021-649920;  john@talentnow.co.nz

• Permanent, full-time role based in Nelson
  
• Proven project delivery – Council infrastructure
  
• Lifestyle or career change for a professional Civil Engineer/Senior Project Manager
  

Striving to deliver an even better service and infrastructure to their community and have introduced a new service delivery model to help achieve their Capital Projects programme.  This is an exciting time of positive change and they are looking for a new Team Leader Capital Projects. The infrastructure projects including three waters, roading, and traffic improvements, walking and cycle ways, parks, and playground installations, facilities and building upgrades.

The purpose of the role will be to lead a small team of motivated and capable civil engineers and project managers responsible for the delivery of the Council’s capital and renewals programme.

Reporting to the Manager Capital Projects, you will be responsible for supporting a team to successfully manage projects delivered by contractors. It is essential that you are a qualified Civil Engineer, ideally with a project management qualification and it would be advantageous if you have worked in a Consultancy or PMO environment that had a continuous improvement focus.

This is a very good career step for an experienced Team Leader or Manager, who possesses the mix of technical, financial and relationship management skills essential in this role.

In return, Nelson City Council offers an enjoyable, rewarding and flexible working environment and this role provides a career step with depth and diversity. You will be working together with colleagues who are passionate about making Nelson an even better place.

Nelson is a thriving city set within a diverse region with a gorgeous natural environment, amazing weather and easy access to beautiful natural resources which provide a wonderful backdrop for businesses and communities to live, work and play.  As this beautiful city continues to grow, there is a constant vibe generated by a buoyant economy, a wealth of arts, cultural, sporting and hospitality activities and the tourism gateway to numerous regional attractions.

To register your interest in this superb opportunity, please submit your details in absolute confidence via our registration process attaching both an up-to-date CV and cover letter (in Word please).   Alternatively, for a confidential conversation, you can contact Amanda Scott, Consulting Director at talentnow! on 021-784483 or email amanda.scott@talentnow.co.nz

Applications close Friday 30th November 2018.

Only candidates meeting the above criteria will be considered, noting you must possess NZ experience in a relevant role.

• 12 month fixed term engagement
  
• Early February start at the latest
  
• Focus on managing and developing relationships
  

The groundwork has been done but there is still a lot to be achieved, so we need someone who can hit the ground running (excuse the cliche..), and continue the great work already achieved.  There will be some overlap, so you will not be going into this cold.

If you have this expertise, we don't need to spell out what you'll be doing in detail, but there are some fundamentals that are imperative.

Mandatory is your up-to-date knowledge of Government guidelines and compliance requirements in providing outsourced services to the public sector.  And further, we want someone with exemplary relationship management skills, as the measurement of the success of this role will be around how smoothly existing contracts are managed, and how smoothly new ones are integrated.  It would be expected that your are proficient in relevant MS products and do not require support in delivery of your documentation and written communication.

It would be unlikely that you didn't have a relevant tertiary qualification, although most important is a successful and demonstrable track record.

Having provided resource successfully to this client, paramount is organisational fit, and whilst this is often hard to define, this will be discussed in the early part of the process.

If you feel you have what this role requires, then please submit your details in absolute confidence via our registration process attaching both an up-to-date CV and cover letter (in Word please).   Alternatively, for a confidential conversation, you can contact Kevin Chappell, Principal Director at talentnow! on 0295-974739

PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS ROLE, ONLY CANDIDATES WITH THE RIGHT TO WORK IN NZ, WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.