Project Administrator

Bring structure clarity and people together to improve how we work.

Network Waitaki is looking for a Project Administrator to support our Network Standards Refresh Project in Oamaru.

This is a great opportunity to work across the business on a meaningful project that will improve how our teams operate day to day.

Youll play a key role in administrating project activity improving documentation and supporting the rollout of updated standards across the organisation.

About the role

As Project Administrator youll support the planning coordination and delivery of the Network Standards Refresh Project. Your work will help ensure our standards are clear consistent and practical for the teams who use them.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities timelines and stakeholder inputs
• Track progress and provide clear status updates
• Support the review and update of standards and documentation
• Rewrite and improve documents to be clear and easy to use
• Engage with teams to gather feedback and support adoption
• Assist with workshops training materials and rollout activities
• Contribute to continuous improvement of documentation and processes
• Embed health and safety considerations in all work

About you

Youll be highly organised peoplefocused and comfortable working across a range of teams. You enjoy bringing structure to work and helping others adopt improved ways of doing things.

Youll ideally bring:

• Experience in an administrative coordination or project support role
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confidence working with both technical and operational teams
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Solid Microsoft 365 skills (Word Excel Outlook Teams)

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience supporting projects or change initiatives
• Experience improving or working with documentation or procedures
• Exposure to electricity networks engineering infrastructure or other utilities environments
• Experience supporting training workshops or user guidance

About us

Based in the vibrant coastal town of Oamaru Network Waitaki supplies electricity to over 13500 customers across North Otago and parts of South Canterbury. Were a locally trust owned lines company with a strong regional focus and a clear strategy to support sustainable growth and wellbeing.

Our team of 100 people value collaboration innovation and care for one another. We offer flexible working strong development support and health insurance.

What we offer

Salary & benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company health insurance
• Professional development opportunities

Lifestyle & culture

• Make a genuine impact in a business that powers our local community
• Enjoy the Waitaki lifestyle with stunning scenery and no traffic
• Work in a collaborative valuesdriven environment
• Be part of a supportive and inclusive team

Ready to apply

Simply click Apply to take the next step in your career with Network Waitaki.

Further details

• This is a 12month fixed term position
• To view the full position description please visit orclick here!

Applications close: Wednesday 27 May 2026 (applications may be reviewed as they are received so early applications are encouraged)

Please note you will need to undertake preemployment checks and must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority