Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.About the RoleAs the Project Manager you'll oversee the delivery of fire asset upgrades and compliance projects across the Central Region, within the Infrastructure and Investment Group (IIG).You'll manage multiple capital works projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet Health NZ's high standards for safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Working closely with internal teams, contractors, and consultants to deliver fire systems that protect patients, staff, and facilities.This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the transformation of New Zealand's health infrastructure, ensuring our buildings and systems are safe, resilient, and future ready driving innovation and excellence in healthcare delivery.About the Team/Service/ LocationThe IIG team are focused on delivering high impact infrastructure investments that support the transformation of New Zealand's health system. Giving support, oversight and assurance across projects and programmes, they understand that safe, fit for purpose health facilities, sites and equipment are essential for a well-functioning health system that improves the health of all New Zealanders.About youYou're a strategic leader who understands the critical role infrastructure plays in delivering safe, effective healthcare. You bring a deep understanding of fire safety systems and compliance, and you're passionate about creating environments where patients, staff, and communities are protected and supported.You know how to navigate competing priorities, tight timelines, and diverse stakeholder needs. You're confident managing large scale capital projects, and you bring a collaborative, solutions focused mindset to everything you do. You build strong relationships, foster trust, and inspire teams to deliver their best.And most importantly, you care. You're not just here to deliver buildings - you're here to help shape a health system that delivers better outcomes for communities. You are someone who actively contributes to a positive team culture and seeks to embody the values of Health NZ in everything you do. You understand that how you work is just as important as what you deliver, and you take pride in fostering an environment that is collaborative, inclusive, and aligned with shared purpose.You will bring:
A degree in engineering, construction, or project management
Certification in PMP®, PRINCE2, MSP™, or similar
5+ years' experience managing capital projects, ideally in healthcare or government sectors
Strong knowledge of NZ building codes and fire compliance standards
Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and contractor performance
A practical, hands on approach with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget
Experience working in multicultural and diverse environments, with a strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Act 2022
Working for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 15th September 2025 at 11.59pm. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Shannon Elder atWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
