Project Engineer - Central Region

We currently have a vacancy for a Project Engineer. Ideally we are looking for someone with intermediate to senior level experience. The position reports to the Central Regional Manager and is based in Wellington. However, the projects worked on will generally take place in the lower north island south of a line between Gisborne and New Plymouth.

This role has a huge amount of variety involving investigation, planning, project justification, coordinating designs; supervising projects in the field and assisting create new business processes.

The types of projects will include:new rail sidings and deviations; drainage and land stabilisation works; projects to improve track condition on key routes; and assisting recovery from incidents.

The person we are looking for must have the ability to relate well to a range of field staff, engineers, managers and rail customers.

To be successful in this role you will ideally have:
• A tertiary qualification in Engineering and general design experience
• Experience working in an operational environment preferably in the transport industry
• Proven experience in Project Management to plan and deliver results
• Excellent analysis and investigation skills
• A focus on quality and cost control
• Strong organisational, interpersonal and influencing skills
• The ability to prioritise deadlines and work autonomously.
• A passion for Health & Safety at work
• Excellent problem solving skills
• A pragmatic and results focused approach with a ‘can do’ attitude
Send your details to anne.smith@jobsmith.co.nz

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Wheeler Dealer    position now filled

 

Seeking Magpie personality  

 

If you have a background in Quantity Surveying, Construction or Deconstruction this exciting new role is for you.

 

The focus of this pivotal role is to ensure that product is continually available for purchase.

 

You will be the main contact for Commercial Suppliers and are required to build and maintain relationships with suppliers, as well as assisting to target new business.

 

The Position reports directly to the Managing Director.

 

In general, your day will:-

·         Keep you interested enough that you will want to go to work

·         Allow you to develop your career further

·         Be VERY interesting

·         Be Challenging

 

Applicants should also:-

·         Have a get up and go attitude with heaps of drive;

·         Be prepared to take ownership and responsibility

·         Have  rapid problem solving ability

·         Open, approachable communication style -

·         Able to work on your own, be honest and reliable;

·         Be  Computer literate

·         Self resourcing but also a Team player with a positive attitude towards helping

colleague's to get a job done;

·         Treat the business like your own;

·         Ideally have experience in Sales but not essential as it is more building long term prosperous relationships;

·         Shoot straight from the hip

·         Have a down to earth personality style

·         Current drivers license and pass security clearance

 

To find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please email your cv with covering letter and 2 referees to:-    anne.smith@jobsmith.co.nz or ph (021) 045 0074

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Facilities Management – Contracts Manager –Taranaki  Posted 25/11/08

Experienced  Contracts Supervisor wanting to step up and/or a seasoned  Manager/Administration Professional to manage a team of approx 10 service technicians.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the successful applicant will be responsible for leading & managing the contracts on behalf of the stakeholder and you will see that the terms are adhered to by all parties – users, suppliers etc.

Leading a team of technical personnel, engaged in the installation, repair and maintenance of building services & systems including HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry.

To be successful in this role, you will need to be able to demonstrate at least the following knowledge, skills and experience

• A high level of computer literacy (word/excel)
• Strong team leadership and motivation skills
• Customer relationship skills (including negotiations)
• Sub-contractor management skills
• Technical qualifications and experience eg, HVAC, Electrical, Building – maintenance and installation
• Effective Project Management & monitoring abilities
• Project engineering, scoping and pricing skills
• The desire and abilities to meet agreed timelines and financial targets
• Health & Safety consciousness
• Commercial awareness within the Property/Construction field from both a hands-on; and estimating/tendering process/administration
• Have the ability to build and maintain positive relationships

In return for your experience and professionalism you will be working for a prominent, stable and driven company as well as competitive remuneration.

 

N.B. Applicants must be able to work in NZ and have relevant work permits, residency and citizenship.

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Posted 21/07/08

 

WasteWater Plant Operator (trainee also considered)  Position Filled

Applicants who are interviewed for the position will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, Security Check and will already be a permanent resident of New Zealand.