Project Manager Innovation

Innovation at the core. Powering a smarter future.

At Vector we believe innovation is the key to a cleaner more connected future. By embracing new ideas forging strong partnerships and pioneering technologies that make energy more resilient and accessible were setting new standards for our customers and our industry.

Learn more about how Vector is reshaping the energy sector through collaborations with the biggest names globally:

Vector: Pioneering the future of energy.

• We collaborate globally - with leaders like X The Moonshot Factory to bring cutting-edge technologies home. From innovative AI-driven grid management to advanced renewable integration were shaping the future of energy.
• Our network isnt just keeping up its evolving with predictive analytics automation and digital tools that enhance reliability and customer experience.
• Sharing innovation we offer technologies and business solutions across Auckland and the world to help others embrace smarter energy systems that drive sustainability and efficiency.

If youre passionate about building a cleaner more connected future join us. The future isnt waiting were building it now.

The role

As Project Manager - Innovation youll lead the day-to-day delivery of Vectors Suburb of the Future programme a real-world pilot in central Auckland testing how flexible electricity use can be managed through third parties supported by advanced network monitoring. Youll bring clear leadership and structure across connected technology customer network regulatory and partner workstreams keeping scope budget timing funding commitments risks and dependencies on track.

This is an opportunity to take significant ownership of one of Vectors most visible innovation projects  and contribute directly to New Zealands energy transition. Youll help bring solar battery and smart EV charging technologies into a real community work with customers and key industry stakeholders and shape approaches that could influence how the wider electricity sector operates in future.

Youll coordinate technical teams and delivery partners lead governance and reporting and turn evidence customer feedback and delivery insights into clear recommendations about what should be refined scaled embedded into normal operations or stopped. The work will take you beyond the desk with opportunities to support community engagement customer activity and deployment in the field.

Please note: this role is available on a 1 year fixed term contract basis.

Who are we looking for

• Experience delivering complex projects or programmes with multiple connected workstreams partners and changing requirements supported by strong fundamentals across planning governance budgets risks dependencies reporting and delivery resources
• A track record of working across technical customer commercial regulatory and operational teams influencing without direct authority and building trusted relationships with external partners suppliers funders or sector stakeholders
• The autonomy and judgement to create structure maintain momentum and make practical progress when information requirements and established processes are still developing
• Clear accessible communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical and project information into practical actions decisions and recommendations for different audiences
• Experience in energy infrastructure utilities telecommunications technology customer trials innovation or another regulated environment would be valuable
• A relevant tertiary or recognised project management qualification such as PMP PRINCE2 or Agile certification is desirable although equivalent practical experience will be considered.

Why Vector

We know that great energy starts with great people and were committed to creating an environment where you can be do and achieve your best:

• Enhance your wellbeing protect your future and empower your personal and professional growth through our extensive benefits package
• Supercharge your career through internal opportunities tailored development plans and investment in your learning and growth
• We value diverse perspectives which drive innovation and creativity. We encourage everyone to bring their full selves to work embracing ideas that challenge and inspire
• Build a legacy doing work that matters were keeping the lights on across Auckland and driving a sustainable energy future for New Zealand.

Vector plays a leading role in enabling Aucklands electrification by investing in smarter more resilient infrastructure that supports growth and better outcomes for customers. From modernising our network with data and technology to accelerating electrification were helping power Aucklands growth and transition to a lower-carbon future.

Join us and youll work on projects that matter help shape the future of Auckland and make a real impact across New Zealand.

Apply now!

Applications close by Thursday 10 September 2026; however interviews may be held sooner apply today!

Additional Information :

We know that some people may hesitate to apply if they dont meet every single requirement. If this role excites you we encourage you to apply anyway - your skills enthusiasm and unique perspective could be just what were looking for.

Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds experiences identities and abilities to be part of our team.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time