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EV Fleet Upgrade Project Manager

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In this role, you will share your specialist knowledge of vehicle fleet transition to Electric Vehicles (EVs), including the electrical aspects and property construction work requirements. You will be instrumental in informing operational level decision-making across the organisation and with stakeholders. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to an effective team that values high performance, collaboration, and problem-solving.

Role Overview:

As an EV Fleet Specialist, you'll lead the transition of vehicle fleets to electric vehicles, focusing on planning, managing, and delivering projects according to agreed plans, budgets, and quality standards. Your role involves resolving issues, identifying risks, and innovating solutions for current and future challenges. You'll ensure adherence to the Ministry’s policies while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage vehicle fleet optimization and EV transition projects.
  • Ensure project delivery aligns with rollout plans, budgets, and quality criteria.
  • Analyze program impacts, identify risks, and provide management advice.
  • Monitor project performance and complete organizational reporting requirements.
  • Foster strong relationships with stakeholders and project leads.

    Qualifications:
  • Experience in vehicle fleet optimization and EV transition.
  • Strong knowledge of EV electrical aspects and property construction requirements.
  • Ability to make data-driven, evidence-based decisions.
  • Track record of developing innovative solutions for complex challenges.
  • Excellent relationship management skills.

    Company Highlights:

    Join a government department committed to high performance, collaboration, and problem-solving in sustainable transport solutions. This inclusive work environment offers a chance to contribute to significant change in the transition to electric vehicles.

Please ensure you have access to a valid New Zealand work visa or full rights to working in New Zealand and are available for an immediate start. this is a 10 week contract commencing immediately!

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Basil Varouhas on 64 4 471 9700.

Contract Type: TEMPORARY

Specialism: Property

Focus: Asset Management

Industry: Public Sector and Government

Salary: $90 - $130 per hour

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: English - Professional working

Second Language: English - Professional working

Location: Wellington

Job Reference: 2055760/001

Date posted: 11 April 2025

Consultant: Basil Varouhas