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Planner/Project Manager

Rotorua

Rotorua, New Zealand

Reference: 6893366

Join the growing team at Unison Contracting!

We are currently looking for an Planner/Project Manager to join our team in Rotorua. This is a permanent full-time role with guaranteed fortnightly pay in a stable and supportive environment.

What you'll do:

  • Develop the work breakdown structure and critical path, ensuring key enablers are scheduled and completed on time

  • Identify opportunities during planning to bundle work, reducing outages and minimising customer disruption.

  • Coordinate pre-site walkovers and align on safe, efficient construction methods with key team members.

  • Review project pricing before approval and monitor progress to ensure delivery meets specifications, budget, and schedule.

  • Manage project financials, documentation, and variations in line with contracts and delegated authority, ensuring timely and accurate completion and closeout.

  • Participate in post-project reviews, provide feedback for continuous improvement, and support additional business needs as required.

This is a great opportunity if you have:

  • Relevant Project Management Qualification.

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in power system construction and/or communications systems and Project Management

  • Knowledge of relevant acts, regulations and codes of practice

  • Communication and interpersonal skills

  • Organisational and planning skills

  • A motivated, hardworking individual with a positive attitude

  • Want to be part of a company that's committed to uplifting and supporting the local community, making a positive impact every day

In return for your hard work, we will provide:

  • Industry best practices, modern fleet, tools, and equipment

  • Health insurance for you, plus discounted rates for your family

  • Life and income protection insurance

  • All PPE provided

  • Company iPhone, branded clothing allowance, corporate and wellbeing subsidies

  • A team that values and supports your growth, both professionally and personally

  • A whānau friendly environment

About Us:

Unison Contracting is one of the largest electrical distribution contracting businesses in New Zealand, proudly New Zealand community-owned for 100 years. We're about more than just keeping the lights on. We provide safety and supply services that cover all your electricity needs. Operating across Hawkes Bay, Rotorua, Taupo, Dunedin, and now Tauranga, we're committed to delivering positive outcomes for our communities and creating a sustainable energy future.

If you're ready to join a motivated team and be part of a company that's dedicated and committed to uplifting our employees, our customers and the local community, apply today!


Applications Close: 28 May 2026