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Ko wai mātou | About us

At the Boeing Company, we connect, protect, explore, and inspire the world through aerospace innovation. The company works “Together as a One Boeing team” with an unwavering commitment to quality engineering and technical excellence. As a company of innovators, Boeing seeks to change the future of aerospace.

Boeing New Zealand is wholly owned by the Boeing Company, and is establishing its Defence operations in Aotearoa to deliver important programs for the New Zealand Defence Force.

Boeing currently employs more than 2,500 people across the region, and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth. In joining our team to support our Defence work in New Zealand, you will have an unparalleled opportunity to make your mark and contribute to Boeing and our customer’s success. We offer rewarding work, professional development, and a chance to collaborate with a diverse team located in New Zealand, Australia and the United States that is committed to pushing the boundaries of excellence.

Te Whiwhinga a mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking a bright and energized Project Support Officer to join our P-8A New Zealand Team.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will provide project management and business services support for the installation and commissioning of the P-8A Training System New Zealand facility at RNZAF Base Ohakea.

The role is due to commence in Sep/Oct 2024 and is permanent part time, with the potential to increase to full time work, if desired, post the successful implementation of the Training System.

Responsibilities
The Project Support Officer will be an integral member of the BNZ team, who in collaboration with a team of professional from both Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) and Boeing Global Services (BGS) and our Industry Partners, will provide coordinating and enabling support to Project Team to successfully implement the P-8A Poseidon training system. The Project Support Officer’s main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Project Manager to plan, coordinate and execute the P-8A Training System installation and commissioning.
• Planning, monitoring and executing multiple activities concurrently.
• Coordinating and monitoring subcontractors to ensure successful delivery of project outcomes including budget control and ensuring that Work Health & Safety (WHS) standards are met and adhered to.
• Supporting the Project Manager in ensuring that all WHS requirements in relation to project activities are in place prior to work commencing and managed throughout project execution.
• Assisting in the performance of risk assessments and the development of mitigation plans.
• Fulfilling the role of Facilities Security Officer in support of Boeing’s Defence Industry Security Programme (DISP) requirements, and coordinating the administration of security vetting for all on-site staff and suppliers.
• Monitoring and controlling all export-controlled technology and information used in support of the training system.
• Preparing and delivering monthly program status reports and coordinating project management meetings and site readiness reviews.

Experience/Qualifications
To be successful in this role, ideally you will have relevant experience working within complex project environment. Other competencies sought include:

• Demonstrated ability to support the development and management of project plans, reports and project communications and the ability to work in construction and new facility project environments
• Skills and experience in project scheduling and planning.
• High level computer literacy skills including knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to use Microsoft Project, Visio and other business process management tools.
• Experience in planning to achieve priority outcomes and adapting to changing circumstances.
• Proven experience within tender evaluations is desirable.
• Experience in finance management and expense reporting.
• Previous experience within Defence is preferred.
• A tertiary qualification in Business or Project Management will be well regarded.
• Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen to meet Defence Security requirements

Hono ana ki tētahi tīma | Joining Boeing

Benefits

• We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and through employee awards.
• We value your professional development and will provide a vast range of formal and informal training, as well as assistance to further education.
• We offer competitive salary packaging options and our Employee Incentive Program includes a bonus scheme and a wide range of corporate discounts.
• As part of a global company, your career opportunities extend internationally.

Culture

Boeing actively encourages applications from all members of society. We seek and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds including female, Māori and Pacific, who will enrich our understanding of diversity in the New Zealand work environment. Former Defence personnel are also encouraged to apply.

We foster an environment where every team member can bring their whole selves to work, with equal opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click Apply Now.

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Please apply ASAP for this role as recruitment may commence before the end date.


Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.