Project/Programme Coordinator

Transpower New Zealand Limited (TPNZ); Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Transpower New Zealand Limited in Wellington is seeking a proactive Project/Programme Coordinator to provide end-to-end project support for Grid Delivery. You will coordinate activities, manage information accurately, and build strong relationships with stakeholders.

The role requires strong financial acumen, attention to detail and the ability to juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and Excel is essential, with Microsoft Project being

Qualifications

• Experience in, or a strong interest in, project or programme coordination.
• Sound financial acumen and familiarity with financial management systems.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues and exceptions.
• Advanced capability across Microsoft Office and Office 365, including Excel; Microsoft Project is an advantage.
• Strong organizational, coordination and administrative skills to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the key point of contact for project support and information, coordinating activities and administration across the project lifecycle
• Coordinating and supporting financial management, including forecasting, invoicing, accruals and variance reporting, while working closely with Project Managers and our finance team
• Monitoring and analysing reports and performance metrics to support effective project management
• Contributing to continuous improvement and identifying opportunities for greater efficiency

Skills

Project coordination

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

About the team

Grid Delivery oversees all work on the national grid, including capital project and maintenance activities delivered with our service provider organisations. We manage approximately $700Min capital and $150M in maintenance expenditure annually, with significant growth forecast.

OurnationalProject Support team plays a critical role in enabling this work, providing project support and performance services to over 70 Project Managersand Programme Managers,delivering grid capital investigation and build projects.

About the opportunity

Weareseekingaproactive, experienced Project/Programme Coordinatorwith excellent communication skillswho thrives in a fast-paced environment. Our ideal candidateenjoys working closely with others,has strong financial acumenand attention to detail,andthinksseveral steps ahead toanticipateupcoming priorities and challenges.

Basedin Wellington,you’llprovideend‑to‑endsupport to Grid Delivery Project Managers. Working collaboratively,you’llbuild strong relationships with stakeholders, coordinate project activities, manage information accurately, and help ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

Ifyou’relooking for interesting,challengingandmeaningful work,this role offers both.

Whatyou’llbe doing:

• Acting as the key point of contact for project support and information, coordinating activities and administration across the project lifecycle
• Coordinating and supporting financial management, including forecasting, invoicing, accruals and variance reporting, while working closely with Project Managers and our finance team
• Monitoring and analysing reports andperformancemetrics to support effective project management
• Contributing to continuous improvement andidentifyingopportunities for greater efficiency

About you

You’re a team player who is curious, enjoys learning, loves supporting others, and is comfortable switching between different priorities as the day requires. You bring a positive, practical mindset and good attention to detail.

To be considered, your CV and cover letter willdemonstrate:

• Experience in, or a strong interest in, project or programme coordination
• Sound financial acumen and familiarity withfinancial managementsystems
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability toidentifyissues and exceptions
• Advanced capability across Microsoft Office and Office 365, including Excel (experience with Microsoft Project is an advantage)
• Strong organisational, coordination and administrative skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and keep projects running smoothly

While not essential, please let us know if you have:

• Experience documenting business processes,proceduresor training materials
• Interest in AI‑enabled tools (such as Microsoft Copilot) and a desire to build your capability in this area to support continuous improvement

What sets this role apart?

You’ll build practical project coordination experience on infrastructure projects that really matter. The team is supportive and generous with their time and knowledge, and you’ll be backed with the training, encouragement and tools you'll need to grow in the direction that’s right for you.

Role closes Monday 7 September.

However,we’llreview applications asthey’rereceived and may contact you before the closing date tofacilitateshortlisting.

Existing eligibility to work in New Zealand is a requirement.

Expertise Accounting and Finance, Administration & Office Support, Business Analysis, Project Management

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