Project Coordinator - Capex

Overview

Our Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) Programme is a key enabler of our long-term growth and operational excellence.

From procuring or upgrading manufacturing equipment to expanding facilities and implementing new technologies, CAPEX projects are critical to ensuring our infrastructure and machinery support the evolving needs of our pharmaceutical operations.

We are now looking for a Project Coordinator to lead and support medium to high complexity CAPEX projects across our Auckland manufacturing sites.

These projects may include equipment procurement and qualification, utility upgrades, compliance-driven changes, and small-scale construction works.

Responsibilities

You'll be responsible for managing the full project lifecycle (initiation, planning, execution, and close-out) while ensuring alignment with GMP standards, safety requirements, and business priorities.

You will also support other Project Managers and Programme Managers across the CAPEX portfolio.

Leading multiple CAPEX projects from initiation to completion

Coordinating internal teams and external contractors to ensure timely and compliant delivery

Developing and maintaining project documentation including schedules, budgets, and risk registers

Monitoring progress, resolving issues, and escalating risks where necessary

Supporting procurement and vendor engagement processes

Reporting on project status and contributing to CAPEX programme updates

Qualifications

Tertiary qualification in engineering, science, or a related field

Minimum 1-3 years' experience in an industrial environment

Strong organisational and planning skills, excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Experience coordinating or supporting CAPEX or technical projects in a highly regulated environment is preferred (e.g. pharma, biotech, FMCG, or nutraceuticals)

Proficiency in project tracking tools is a plus (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet)

Project coordination, project management or related training (e.g., CAPM, Lean Six Sigma) is advantageous

This is a hands-on role where your coordination and problem-solving skills will directly contribute to the success of our CAPEX programme and the continuous improvement of our operational capabilities.

Benefits

Award-winning culture - Join a team that's genuinely a great place to work (and we've got the awards to prove it).

Career growth - We're big on developing our people and promoting from within.

Feel good with THRIVE - Our wellbeing program helps you be your best, inside and out.

Exclusive discounts - Enjoy special deals on big-name brands like Clinicians, BraveFace, Avene, Ego, and more.

About Us

At Douglas, we're more than just a company - we're a community of people driven to make a difference.

We're proud to be one of New Zealand's biggest pharmaceutical success stories, and we're growing globally.

Privately owned and future-focused, our team of 700 includes scientists, engineers, and all kinds of experts, working together to create high-quality healthcare products that help people around the world.

Next Steps

If you're invited to complete a video interview as the next stage of your application, we'd love you to embrace it.

Video interviews allow more people the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities to the hiring manager in a new and innovative way, giving you a better chance of securing your ideal role.

Relax, be yourself and don't worry, we all feel a bit awkward in front of the camera.

Please note, applications may close early due to high interest.

Don't miss out - apply now!

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