Project Manager - Waitaki Upgrade

Meridian Energy • waitaki bridge, otago, New-Zealand • Posted June 24, 2026

Location waitaki bridge, otago
Job Type Full-time
Category IT Management & IT Project Management
Posted June 24, 2026

From the tail of the fish to the tail of the waka, shines the sun

Thiswhakataukīspeaks to our journey across Aotearoa, one waka, one purpose, powered by the natural forces that sustain us. Meridian is Aotearoa’s largest renewable electricity producer, generating energy from the winds ofTāwhirimātea, the waters of Tangaroa, and the warmth of Tama-nui-te-rā.

Together, our two brands,MeridianandPowershopretail electricity to more than 400,000 homes, businesses and farms across New Zealand.Nowthat’sapretty impressivecombo!

About the role

Meridian are looking for an experienced Project Manager to manage the upgrade and modernisation of our iconic Waitaki Power Station. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a multi‑year, brownfield upgrade of a large 7‑unit 1930’s hydro generation station.

The project will be complex, spanning both planning and delivery phases, and leading full project execution with ultimate accountability for the safe ...

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