Infrastructure Contracts Manager (Resource Recovery)

Ko wai mātou - Who are we

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000 and 150,000) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.

Te āheinga - The opportunity

Are you passionate about sustainability and skilled in managing complex contracts?

Do you thrive on optimising service delivery and ensuring compliance?

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager (Resource Recovery) to join our Infrastructure Team at NPDC.

As the Contracts Manager (Resource Recovery), you will be responsible for overseeing and managing contracts related to waste management services. You will play a key role in administering contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and driving service delivery excellence. You will also focus on optimizing cost efficiency and sustainability in the council's waste management operations.

Tino takohanga - Key responsibilities:

• Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation
• Oversee the implementation of contract terms and ensure all parties adhere to agreed conditions and monitor contract performance
• Oversee customer requests to ensure a customer focused service is provided to the community
• Ensure effective contractor management processes and relationships are maintained with key contractors
• Track and report on key performance indicators related to waste management contracts
• Support the Infrastructure team in operational delivery work and provide back up for other Contracts Managers

Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako - Essential skills and experience:

• Tertiary qualification in an appropriate discipline e.g. Business Administration; Contract Management; Environmental Science, or a related field
• Experience in waste management and minimisation or a related field is required
• Familiar with industry standards and specifications
• Experience in data analysis and management including working knowledge of Microsoft Excel would be an advantage

He aha ai a Taranaki? - Why Taranaki?

With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki it's easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our regions' dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live!

Ōu mātou rourou - What we offer

At the New Plymouth District Council we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.

You can expect to start in this permanent, full-time role with us between $100,329 and $108.131.

We have also put together an 'Our Peoples Package' that spans wellbeing, development, benefits, culture and recognition.

If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

Applications close on Sunday, 13 October 2024.