Programme Manager

At RealNZ, we create extraordinary experiences in some of Aotearoa’s most iconic environments. We’re now looking for an experienced Programme Manager to lead the delivery of a large-scale, ground-up capital development programme at Walter Peak that will shape the future of our guest experiences.

About the role

This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll oversee a complex programme of work within our tourism development portfolio. Acting as the central connector, you’ll bring together multiple workstreams, stakeholders, and delivery teams to ensure seamless execution from concept through to launch.

You’ll be responsible for ensuring projects within the programme are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with RealNZ’s strategic vision, creating unforgettable, world-class experiences for our guests.

What you’ll be doing

• Establishing the programme and all workstreams including scheduling, staging, and resourcing.
• Lead the end-to-end delivery of the Walter Peak Development programme.
• Coordinate the multiple projects and workstreams within a complex environment including product and experience development
• Develop the programme plans, timelines, budgets, and individual project business cases
• Engage and influence a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
• Provide clear reporting, risk management, and management oversight
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and sustainability requirements
• Identify opportunities to enhance guest experience and commercial outcomes

What you’ll bring

• Ability to develop, plan, and execute the programme of work from the ground up
• Proven experience delivering multi-disciplinary and complex programmes of work
• Strong management background in horizontal and vertical infrastructure and construction environments.
• Formal project management qualification (PRINCE2, PMP or similar) preferred but not essential
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills in commercial and customer focused environments
• Ability to lead through complexity with strong organisation and prioritisation
• A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset and a passion for delivery
• Understanding of NZ regulatory frameworks and H&S requirements

What’s in it for you?

• Be part of a business that cares deeply about people, place, and the environment
• Enjoy some incredible staff perks! Bring a friend along to experience RealNZ’s unforgettable adventures at a fantastic discount, explore the Te Anau Glowworm Caves, cruise Milford & Doubtful Sound, dine at Walter Peak, and discover Rakiura
• Medical insurance cover included

Real people, real places, real experiences. Welcome to Real.

When’s the best time to join the Real whānau? Now’s good.

We’re the conservation business that’s enabled by tourism. We’re helping the world fall in love with conservation, one guest at a time. We inspire people to leave places better than they found them, delivering a guest-centric approach that creates Aotearoa’s most unforgettable experiences.

It’s our unique environment that makes careers at RealNZ truly special. From secluded islands to scenic fiords and snow-capped maunga, no two days are the same. Our people, places, and work are diverse, dynamic, and full of purpose.

At RealNZ, we’re committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Guided by our values of Pono (Keep it real) and He waka eke noa (We’re all in this together), we celebrate the perspectives and experiences that make our team stronger. Everyone is welcome here.

How to apply

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Please note that we will be interviewing candidates as they apply, and if the right person is found, we may close the role off to any further applications.

Job Details

Company

RealNZ

Reference #

43372

Posted on

12 Jun 2026

Closes on

02 Jul 2026 17:00

Location(s)

Queenstown

Expertise

Administration, Health & Safety, Human Resources, Management - Branch/Supervisory/Coordinator, Manager – Conservation, Management - Senior Executive, Manager - Operations, Personal Assistants, Support, Management/Administration

Job level(s)

Management, Executive

Work type(s)

Permanent - Full Time