Project Manager (fixed term to September 2026)

Our city is growing and changing and we need skilled people to help us realise our potential. Working for Porirua City is an opportunity for you to make a real difference in the community. You’ll be welcomed into a team that’s collaborative, values input and empowers you to make things happen. To top it off, the harbour, beaches, bike trails and walks will be at your doorstep. 

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of complex projects, with a particular focus on financial systems. Please note this is a fixed term role, until September 2026.

What you’ll do

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex corporate and financial systems projects
• Plan, manage and deliver projects on time, on budget and on scope
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, vendors and delivery teams
• Apply Agile and Waterfall methodologies to drive successful outcomes
• Identify risks early and keep projects moving with confidence and clarity

All about you

You’re a confident and organised Project Manager with a proven ability to deliver results in complex environments. If you’re a hands-on Project Manager who loves making things happen — we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience delivering projects using recognised PM methodologies
• Experience implementing financial systems or enterprise-wide implementations
• Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership skills
• A sharp eye for detail, excellent planning skills and calm under pressure
• Clear, confident communication and a strong customer focus
• Bonus points for: PRINCE2 (or similar), MS Project/JIRA experience, Business Analysis, Testing Analyst, or local government experience.

What you need to do now

Come and join our PPMO team and be part of our welcoming and engaging environment. Please contact Lynne Fuller on 021 722 612 or Lynne.Fuller@poriruacity.govt.nz for more information.

Porirua City embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We actively encourage applications by people from all backgrounds and are a member of Diversity Works. If you have any support or access requirements during our recruitment process, please let us know when you apply, and we’ll do our best to get you sorted.

You will need to apply via our careers centre: www.poriruacity.govt.nz/careers

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Applications close on Friday 23 January 2026.

We will be looking at applications as they are submitted. This means we may shortlist or interview candidates before the closing date, so apply now!