Head of Project Management

We’re partnering with a 2025 NZ Hi-Tech Awards finalist – a global innovator in electric motor and controller systems powering modern appliances. With strong growth plans and a unique mix of start-up agility and big-brand strength, they’re creating tech that makes a real impact.

They’re now hiring a Head of PMO – a newly created leadership role. You’ll bring structure and delivery excellence to complex hardware projects, shape the PMO’s future, and lead a skilled team of six across NZ and China.

Salary range – $170,000 – $210,000 based on experience and background

What you’ll lead:

· Build upon the PMO frameworks, processes, governance, delivery

· Drive large, cross-functional product programs from idea to launch.

· Connect engineering, manufacturing, finance, and leadership.

· Ensure smooth, on-time, on-budget delivery with top-tier quality.

· Get hands-on with complex, high-impact projects.

You’re likely the one if you:

· Have proven experience in leading high-tech high volume manufacturing projects. (non-negotiable).

· Good experience with Product Development Project management. (non negotiable)

· Need someone who is managing projects from EVT all the way to PVT. (non negotiable).

· Come from a mechanical, electrical, or embedded software background. (non-negotiable)

· A current PMO Head/Lead or a Senior Project Manager with solid people leadership experience ready to step up.

· Have built a PMO before in an R&D/manufacturing setting.

· Confidently lead global teams and work with execs.

· Know Stage Gate, Agile, and SDLC.

Why you’ll love it:

· Join the leadership team and shape strategy.

· Hybrid model, flexible timings: 1 WFH day, 10am-2pm core hours.

· Perks include parental leave, life insurance, company superannuation, and free parking.

· Enjoy subsidised chef-made meals.

· Work with top NZ engineering talent.

· Staff discounts on group products.

· Be engaged with minimal overseas travel (China)

Sound like your next move? Apply now or call DC (022 500 5159) or email at dchoudhuri@welovesalt.com .

Open to look at candidates from overseas who tick all the boxes.

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