Project Manager - Campus Space Allocation

• Waikato Hospital campus, Hamilton
• Permanent full time, 80 hours per fortnight
• Fantastic internal opportunity for a Project Manager managing space allocation across our Waikato District facilities

Please note that this position is open exclusively to Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora staff in the Waikato District.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As Project Manager, Campus Space Allocation, you will lead the strategic allocation and optimisation of space across the Waikato Hospital campus and other district facilities. You will ensure facilities are fit for purpose and effectively utilised to support safe, high quality clinical delivery and optimal health outcomes, while embedding equity, sustainability and future organisational needs into planning and decision-making.

Based within the Infrastructure and Investment Group (IIG) office as part of Clinical and Operational Support Services, you will work across all District directorates and collaborate closely with IIG project managers and key stakeholders to ensure space and facilities are aligned with clinical priorities and the evolving needs of our health services.

This vacancy is open exclusively to internal Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora staff within the Waikato District.

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About the Team/Service

The Clinical and Operational Support Directorate for Waikato District provides high quality, equitable and safe services across a wide range of areas. The main functions being Hospital and Support Services, Pharmacy, Atendants, Parking, Security and Fleet, Nutrition and Food Services, Hospital Administration, Campus Space Management, Lab and Nursing for Meade Clinical Centre.

About Hamilton

Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

For more information on living and working in Waikato click here

About you

To be considered for this role, you will need to have project management experience in a facilities, property or infrastructure setting, and have boundless motivation to keep going when the going gets harder.  We are looking for a confident self- starter with a solid reputation in delivery excellence.

You will also need to demonstrate the following:

Essential:

• Formal Project Management qualifications (Prince2 Practitioner or SAFe Certified)
• Stakeholder management experience including suppliers, consultants and contractors
• Budget and financial management skills
• Advanced level skills using Microsoft products including MS Projects
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
• Advanced level skills using Microsoft products including MS Projects
• A full current NZ Drivers licence

Desired:

• Experience managing complete health facilities and / or government projects
• Knowledge of the Waikato campus site
• Knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the application of the articles
• Reporting, analysis and written presentation skills

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

How to Apply

To apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on Monday 9^th November 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Lisa McKerrow at Lisa.McKerrow@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.