Senior Program Jobs in Riccarton Canterbury, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

Join a fast-growing team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full-time permanent role with generous overtime and paid Learning & Development.
Monthly (paid) pub meetings, quarterly events and great, supportive colleagues.

Join a fast-growing team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full-time permanent role with generous overtime and paid Learning & Development.
Monthly (paid) pub meetings, quarterly events and great, supportive colleagues.

We are building NZ's most versatile engineering team. We need your help to support our client's projects across a range of industries.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed sixteen minutes ago

Senior Internal Communications Specialist

at Seequent ULC

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This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

The Senior Internal Communications Specialist focuses on sharing what's happening across the company, including product highlights, business updates,

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16m ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Assemble

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This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

$120,000 - $145,000 + vehicle

Opportunity to be involved in a complex multi million dollar project
Challenging & complex projects - ample room for continuous growth & development
Supportive team culture, with strong staff retention

Opportunity to be involved in a complex multi million dollar project
Challenging & complex projects - ample room for continuous growth & development
Supportive team culture, with strong staff retention

Join a well-respected civil contractor and begin winning on a significant infrastructure project in Canterbury as a Senior Project Engineer.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Programme Manager

at Environment Canterbury

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Life, and Income Protection Insurance

Drive strategic programme from design through to delivery
Be part of a values-led organisation committed to environmental stewardship
Full Time | Permanent | Central City location

Drive strategic programme from design through to delivery
Be part of a values-led organisation committed to environmental stewardship
Full Time | Permanent | Central City location

Oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of a large programme of work

subClassification: Regional CouncilRegional Council

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Senior Procurement Specialist

at Ngāi Tahu

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Senior, end‑to‑end procurement with real influence
Permanent role with purpose and lasting impact
Values‑led organisation supporting Ngāi Tahu‑owned businesses

Senior, end‑to‑end procurement with real influence
Permanent role with purpose and lasting impact
Values‑led organisation supporting Ngāi Tahu‑owned businesses

A permanent, full‑time senior procurement opportunity to influence complex decisions, partner with leaders, and make a meaningful long‑term impact.

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Software Developer

at University of Canterbury

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Employer superannuation contribution- up to 6.75%

Work 37.5 hours per week and enjoy a great work life balance
Professional development, progression and growth opportunities
Values based organisation with an innovation orientated culture

Work 37.5 hours per week and enjoy a great work life balance
Professional development, progression and growth opportunities
Values based organisation with an innovation orientated culture

Join a forward-thinking team where your technical expertise will shape architecture, improve performance, and drive innovation across key platforms.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Project Managers (Intermediate and Senior)

at Airways NZ Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Burnside, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Dynamic, fast-paced role at a leading SOE
Broaden your knowledge and expertise at NZ's sole ANSP
5 weeks AL, investment in personal growth & a supportive culture

Dynamic, fast-paced role at a leading SOE
Broaden your knowledge and expertise at NZ's sole ANSP
5 weeks AL, investment in personal growth & a supportive culture

Intermediate and senior PM roles spanning across engineering/infrastructure, electrical/power, networks, enterprise systems and property.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

13d ago

Listed four days ago

Finance Manager

at InFact Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$130,000 – $150,000 per year

Strategic critical thinking for scaling technology companies internationally
Working with the smartest brains in the country to transform our industry
Having sustainable impact through technological revolution

Strategic critical thinking for scaling technology companies internationally
Working with the smartest brains in the country to transform our industry
Having sustainable impact through technological revolution

Be an important part of our exciting world of international technology transformation and experience the diversity of opportuntity this represents

subClassification: Financial Managers & ControllersFinancial Managers & Controllers

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

4d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Senior Business Lecturer

at Ara Institute of Canterbury

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$93,000 - $106,000

Lead and deliver inspiring Business programmes across Levels 5–9
Use your teaching qualification for high quality teaching delivery
Apply industry expertise and contribute to an established team

Lead and deliver inspiring Business programmes across Levels 5–9
Use your teaching qualification for high quality teaching delivery
Apply industry expertise and contribute to an established team

Ready to shape future business leaders? Apply now and bring your expertise to Ara.

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

18h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Project Manager – Botanic Gardens & Mona Vale

at Christchurch City Council

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$135,907 - $151008

Lead high profile capital projects across iconic public spaces
Senior project leadership with flexibility and development
Lead projects from concept to public use

Lead high profile capital projects across iconic public spaces
Senior project leadership with flexibility and development
Lead projects from concept to public use

E ngā iwi, e ngā karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He īnoi tēnei ki a koe. Tono mai ki tētahi tūnga ki te Kauniher

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed four days ago

District Efficiency Lead - Waitaha Canterbury

at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Based in Christchurch
Collaborate closely with senior leaders
Champion a culture of engagement, inclusion, and continuous improvement

Based in Christchurch
Collaborate closely with senior leaders
Champion a culture of engagement, inclusion, and continuous improvement

Deliver improved operational and financial performance, supporting better outcomes for our communities.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Programme coordinator (7-8M Contract)

at Sourced | IT Recruitment Specialists

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Programme Coordinator contract, possible extension to 2027.
7-8 month contract role based in Christchurch.
Immediate start, Part-time 30 hours per week.

Programme Coordinator contract, possible extension to 2027.
7-8 month contract role based in Christchurch.
Immediate start, Part-time 30 hours per week.

Lead coordination of a major Workday programme in Christchurch.

Recruited byAlia Leilani

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

13d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Senior Technical BA

at Crescent Consulting

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Senior Technical BA in a priority compliance transformation programme
Lead workshops, user stories, process maps within a Scrum team
Work where geospatial data, regulation and service design meet

Senior Technical BA in a priority compliance transformation programme
Lead workshops, user stories, process maps within a Scrum team
Work where geospatial data, regulation and service design meet

Senior Technical BA to shape a priority compliance programme, leading workshops, user stories and process design within a Scrum delivery team.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

30d+ ago

Listed four days ago

Capital Programme Director

at Christchurch City Council

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This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Lead one of Christchurch’s most significant and complex infrastructure programme
Influence over a multi‑billion‑dollar, ten‑year investment programme
Have real influence over how capital delivery is done

Lead one of Christchurch’s most significant and complex infrastructure programme
Influence over a multi‑billion‑dollar, ten‑year investment programme
Have real influence over how capital delivery is done

Key leadership role responsible for leading the planning and delivery of Christchurch’s $3 billion Three Waters capital programme

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Regional Programme Coordinator

at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Coordinate regional health infrastructure projects, supporting leaders with planning, reporting, governance and delivery across Te Waipounamu.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Graduate Operations Engineer

at NK Windows Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

12-month development programme
Career role designed to turn you into a permanent Junior Engineer at NK Windows
Unrivalled experience in a growing market of the NZ construction industry

12-month development programme
Career role designed to turn you into a permanent Junior Engineer at NK Windows
Unrivalled experience in a growing market of the NZ construction industry

We're on the search for a high-achieving Graduate Engineer, who is hungry to get an unrivalled start to their professional career.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Technical Design & Delivery Lead | Water Infrastructure

at AECOM New Zealand Ltd

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This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Drive technical excellence across high-impact three waters projects
Build senior client relationships and act as the go-to technical expert
Leverage AECOM’s global network while leading local teams

Drive technical excellence across high-impact three waters projects
Build senior client relationships and act as the go-to technical expert
Leverage AECOM’s global network while leading local teams

Associate Director role leading three waters projects in Christchurch. Provide technical leadership, build client relationships, and drive excellence.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19h ago

Listed nineteen hours ago