Protec's Research and Development department has an opportunity for a Technical Coordinator. The successful candidate must possess excellent organisational and communication skills, keen attention to detail, knowledge of industry products and services.
Person Specification Typical Responsibilities
* Closing Date:TBC
* Job Location:Nelson, Head Office
* Contract Type
Full time
- Salary
Dependent on previous experience
- Hours
40 hours per week
Typical Responsibilities
* Strategically planning and scheduling engineering activities using Microsoft DevOps to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
* Collaborate closely with the Project Manager (PJM) to align internal timelines to master project plans.
* Continuously update and refine engineering plans to reflect evolving project requirements and resource availability.
* Schedule internal engineering meetings, including chairing discussions and documenting minutes for follow-up actions.
* Manage and prioritize incoming workflow to the R&D department, minimizing disruption and optimizing resource allocation to maintain operational efficiency across engineering teams.
* Determine any risks to meeting agreed timescales, and work on mitigation strategies.
* Oversee staff leave scheduling and approvals to ensure adequate coverage and continuity of project execution.
* Perform administrative functions in support of the Product Engineering Process (PEP), including documentation and reporting.
* Coordinate invoicing and audit activities with regulatory and external approval bodies.
* Maintain and support product documentation across internal departments and external approval bodies.
* Provide general administrative support to the engineering department as needed
Person Specification
Candidates shall be able to demonstrate the necessary qualifications, experience, skills, and traits to meet the requirements set below. Requirements for the role shall be evidenced on the application form and in the interview process. Please use the following as guidance when completing the further information section of your application form.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Essential / Desirable
To be identified by
Degree level or equivalent ideally in Business or Technology.
Desirable
Application
Experience
Experience
Essential / Desirable
To be identified by
Industry experience in a fire alarm or life safety systems.
Desirable
Interview / Application
Delivering technical administrative support within an engineering product development environment.
Desirable
Interview / Application
Understanding of a product management process within an engineering product development environment.
Desirable
Interview / Application
Knowledge on project scheduling to plan, track, and manage engineering workflows using DevOps tools or equivalent.
Desirable
Interview / Application
Familiarity with regulation standards and audit coordination formalities.
Desirable
Interview / Application
Skills / Abilities
Skills / Abilities
Essential / Desirable
To be identified by
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Essential
Interview / Application
Competent using Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
Essential
Interview / Application
The ability to manage and maintain accurate records, detailed within technical documents.
Essential
Interview
Ability to communicate effectively with staff at varying levels throughout a company.
Essential
Interview
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team and under own initiative.
Essential
Interview
Comfortable chairing discussions and capturing actionable minutes within an engineering team.
Essential
Interview
Understanding of regulation standards and legal obligations relating to product development.
Desirable
Interview
Other
Other
Essential / Desirable
To be identified by
Commitment to confidentiality and data protection.
Essential
Interview
Enthusiasm, innovation, and willingness to learn.
Essential
Interview / Application
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