Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
Earth Sciences NZ was established on 1 July 2025 through the merger of GNS and NIWA, with the upcoming acquisition of MetService further strengthening its capabilities. Bringing together multidisciplinary expertise and a…
Skills: Project Management, Programme Management, Cloud Transformation, Infrastructure Transformation, Organizational Change Management
Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site
$84k–$111k/yr
Earth Sciences NZ was established on 1 July 2025 through the merger of GNS and NIWA, with the upcoming acquisition of MetService further strengthening its capabilities. Bringing together multidisciplinary expertise and a…
Skills: GNSS, Geospatial Analysis, Remote Sensing, Data Management, Technical Reporting
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid
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Lead the delivery and implementation of several data and digital initiatives from business case to project closure. Manage internal and external teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet technical specifications.
Requires a minimum of 10 years of IT industry experience with expertise in complex business and technology programmes. Must hold a PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent certification and have extensive experience in cloud and infrastructure transitions.
Earth Sciences NZ was established on 1 July 2025 through the merger of GNS and NIWA, with the upcoming acquisition of MetService further strengthening its capabilities. Bringing together multidisciplinary expertise and advanced technology, it will excel in earth, environmental, and natural resources science across six core missions: Geological Hazards, Weather and Climate, Energy, Land and Freshwater, Atmosphere and Climate, and Oceans.
This new entity forms part of the most significant reform to New Zealand’s science and innovation system in more than three decades, designed to create a more dynamic, collaborative, and impactful science system. Following the acquisition of MetService, Earth Sciences NZ will comprise around 1,500 staff across 22 sites, with assets of approximately $400 million and annual revenues of $370 million, including substantial commercial streams. This provides a unique opportunity to shape the future of science delivery for Aotearoa New Zealand and position the organisation as a globally recognised leader in its field. For more information, visit https://www.earthsciences.nz/.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery and implementation of several initiatives, from business case through to project closure. These initiatives will typically have a strong data and digital component, requiring technical delivery expertise and experience in cloud and infrastructure transformation.
The specific initiatives that the Senior Project Manager will manage are as follows:
What You’ll Do
In this role you will:
For a full list of specifications, please refer to the position description.
If this sounds like the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa order to be considered for this role, we are unable to endorse any application for Visas.
View the full position description for this role here - https://www.gns.cri.nz/careers/. Please contact [email protected] with any questions or queries.
New Zealand's leading provider of earth, geoscience and isotope research and consultancy services
We are the New Zealand research institute that focuses on geological resources, environmental and industrial isotopes, and natural hazards. We apply our scientific knowledge from the atomic to the planetary scale to create wealth, protect the environment, and improve the safety of people. We operate as a limited liability company owned by the New Zealand government, with an independent Board of Directors. This unique structure allows us to: - focus on strategically important science at a national level - engage in the full spectrum of science from basic research through to product development and consultancy - undertake work for both the public and private sectors - operate internationally as well as within New Zealand - have autonomy and self-determination. Each year we invest the bulk of our tax-paid financial surpluses in scientific equipment and infrastructure. This ensures our capabilities keep pace with or lead international standards.
Offices: PO Box 30368, 1 Fairway Drive, Lower Hutt, 5010, NZ · PO Box 30368, 30 Gracefield Road, Lower Hutt, 5010, NZ · Private Bag 2000, 114 Karetoto Road, Wairakei, 3377, NZ · Private Bag 1930, 764 Cumberland Street, Dunedin, 9016, NZ
New Zealand's leading provider of earth, geoscience and isotope research and consultancy services
We are the New Zealand research institute that focuses on geological resources, environmental and industrial isotopes, and natural hazards. We apply our scientific knowledge from the atomic to the planetary scale to create wealth, protect the environment, and improve the safety of people. We operate as a limited liability company owned by the New Zealand government, with an independent Board of Directors. This unique structure allows us to: - focus on strategically important science at a national level - engage in the full spectrum of science from basic research through to product development and consultancy - undertake work for both the public and private sectors - operate internationally as well as within New Zealand - have autonomy and self-determination. Each year we invest the bulk of our tax-paid financial surpluses in scientific equipment and infrastructure. This ensures our capabilities keep pace with or lead international standards.
Offices: PO Box 30368, 1 Fairway Drive, Lower Hutt, 5010, NZ · PO Box 30368, 30 Gracefield Road, Lower Hutt, 5010, NZ · Private Bag 2000, 114 Karetoto Road, Wairakei, 3377, NZ · Private Bag 1930, 764 Cumberland Street, Dunedin, 9016, NZ
