Procurement Lead - Metering Programme

We are looking for a Procurement Delivery Lead to add meaningful value to a once in a generation opportunity on a 12 month fixed-term basis.
Wellington Water is currently working with the Wellington Metropolitan councils on a significant programme of work that will lead to impactful improvements and conservation of water for our community through water metering.
The opportunity
The Metering Programme team has been established to deliver a transformational programme that will work from establishment to full delivery phase for the implementation of over 130,000 residential meters.
As the Procurement Lead you will work closely with a team of expert leads from a variety of functorial areas to ensure the work programme is delivered to achieve best possible outcomes in an effective and efficient manner. You will lead the establishment and delivery of all commercial and procurement activities. Your expertise will allow you to analyse and research options to ensure robust and practical outcomes are assured.
About you

To be successful in this role you will bring:

• extensive experience leading procurement workstreams for transformational programmes of work. Ideally a combination of infrastructure and technology
• a good understanding of procurement best practice and good commercial investment solutions
• experience developing initiative procurement and service delivery strategies
• ability to navigate programme governance, and facilitate needs of governing bodies, councils, or boards
• ability to work independently and identify strategic risk
• experience working with a range of differing stakeholders and catering to political, community and iwi interest
• excellent relationship management and communication skills
• a relevant tertiary qualification such as MCIPS.

To view a copy of the position description: click here.
Benefits
At Wellington Water, our purpose extends beyond delivering great water services for the region; we foster a thriving community, support a diverse workforce, and offer supportive development opportunities. We genuinely care about your safety and wellbeing.

Our benefits include:

• flexible working arrangements including up to two days working from home
• comprehensive wellbeing programme, including one paid wellbeing day annually
• formal and informal professional development opportunities
• five weeks annual leave accrual will be available following two years of continual service for full-time employment.

For a full list of our employee benefits click here.
About us
Wellington Water is the professional water services provider across Greater Wellington and South Wairarapa. Our job is to provide safe and healthy drinking water, collect and treat wastewater, and ensure the stormwater network is well managed. Were a multi-council owned entity, tasked to manage the infrastructure and deliver water services to our communities.
The value of water (a precious taonga) sits at our organisational heart. Our people are passionate about providing waters services for our communities and environment which is reflective in our values; Tangata Tiaki, Whānau and Mana.
Applications close on Sunday, 7 July 2024.
How to apply
To apply for the role, click on the apply button or visit the Wellington Water careers site, please note if you are a Wellington Water employee please apply using your work email.
For further information, email: JoinUs@wellingtonwater.co.nz
Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing employment with Wellington Water. You must also be legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand to be considered.