Dairy Manufacturing Project Lead — Capital Expansion

Goodman Fielder New Zealand; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodman Fielder in Christchurch is expanding Meadow Fresh manufacturing capacity and seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead a major capital expansion from detailed design through commissioning and handover. You will report to the National Project Manager and ensure delivery on time, within budget and to high quality standards while minimising disruption to live operations.

Key focus areas include budgets, procurement, design, commissioning, and stakeholder governance, with safety and food

Qualifications

• Engineering (Chemical/Process/Mechanical) background required.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification highly regarded.
• Experience in project organisation, cost estimation and schedule development.
• Knowledge of hygienic design, Safety in Design and HAZOP is preferred.
• Understanding of contract management principles and change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of capital projects from detailed design to commissioning and handover.
• Manage budgets, CAPEX, cash flow forecasts, schedules and project risks.
• Oversee engineering, design, construction and contractor activities across processing, packaging, automation, utilities and building works.
• Drive contractor, supplier and OEM performance against milestones and KPIs.
• Lead stakeholder communication and governance with regular reporting on status and decisions.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations and food safety requirements.

Skills

Engineering background

PMP or PRINCE2

Project management

Cost estimation & scheduling

Hygienic design

Safety in Design

Change management

Contract management

AutoCAD 2D

Education

Engineering degree (Chemical/Process/Mechanical)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Goodman Fielder in Christchurch is expanding Meadow Fresh manufacturing capacity and seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead a major capital expansion from detailed design through commissioning and handover. You will report to the National Project Manager and ensure delivery on time, within budget and to high quality standards while minimising disruption to live operations.

Key focus areas include budgets, procurement, design, commissioning, and stakeholder governance, with safety and food