Administrator (T&G)

Northpower; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP program

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Life insurance

Fitness Passport

Discounts on health & retail

Job summary

Northpower is seeking an experienced Administrator to support the Transmission & Growth teams in a busy environment in Hamilton, New Zealand. You will manage invoices, accommodation and travel, and maintain records while supporting HSE activities and system data across SharePoint, QPulse and Maximo.

You will work closely with Project Managers and the Commercial Team to streamline processes, build relationships with stakeholders, and help keep administration tools and information accurate and

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years’ administration experience in a complex operational or project environment.
• Strong MS Office skills; Excel proficiency essential.
• High level of computer and IT literacy.
• Excellent data entry and document management abilities.
• Experience with accounting software is preferred.
• Familiarity with SharePoint and Maximo is advantageous.
• Attention to detail and methodical work approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support across the Transmission & Growth teams, handling purchase order invoices and travel coordination.
• Coordinate accommodation and project-related tasks, maintain accurate records and assist with invoicing.
• Support HSE activities including event reporting, audits, registers and meeting preparation.
• Ensure information is maintained across systems such as SharePoint, QPulse and Maximo.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and the Commercial Team to improve processes and assist the wider administration team.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

IT literacy

Data entry

Document management

SharePoint

Maximo

Accounting software

Communication

Stakeholder relations

Organisation

Proactive

Tools

SharePoint

Maximo

Accounting software

QPulse

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Administrator to join our Transmission & Growth team and provide high-quality coordination and administrative support across a busy operational environment.

This is more than a traditional administration role. You’ll be at the heart of the team keeping records accurate, supporting project and HSE activities, coordinating accommodation and invoices, maintaining systems, and building strong relationships with people across the business and with our key stakeholders.

Good administration is what keeps a busy team operating smoothly. From ensuring invoices are processed correctly and project costs are tracked, to keeping HSE information accurate and supporting our people with the information they need, your work will have a direct effect on how effectively our teams operate.

Role Responsibilities:

You will provide day-to-day administrative support across the Transmission & Growth teams, managing purchase order invoices, booking accommodation and travel coordination, project-related co-ordination, and accurate record keeping. You’ll also support HSE activities, including event reporting, audits, registers and meeting preparation, while ensuring key information is maintained across systems such as SharePoint, QPulse and Maximo. Working closely with Project Managers, the Commercial Team, and other stakeholders, you’ll help keep processes running smoothly, provide support to the wider administration team, and identify opportunities to improve the way we work.

Experience:

We’re looking for someone who is confident working in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

You’ll ideally have:

• 3 -5+ years’ administration experience, preferably within a complex operational, infrastructure or project environment.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• High level of computer and IT literacy
• Excellent data entry and document management skills.
• Experience working with accounting software.
• Experience with SharePoint and Maximo and would be advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to build and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• A proactive approach you see what needs to be done and get on with it.
• Strong organisation skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands.
• A team-focused attitude and willingness to support others.
• The confidence to learn new systems and processes.

What Northpower Offers You:

Make real impact across Aotearoa in a stable and future‑focused sector. At Northpower, you’ll do work that matters and powers our communities while growing your career in an organisation that genuinely cares for its people.

You’ll benefit from:

• A people‑first culture built on safety, inclusion, and deep care, where contributions are recognised and wellbeing is supported through EAP and our award‑winning peer support network (Kaitiaki)
• Fair and market competitive pay with the flexibility to tailor through additional leave and increased employer KiwiSaver contributions
• Life insurance and preventative health initiatives (including annual flu immunisations and Mole Maps)
• Discounted group medical cover and health and fitness programmes (including Fitness Passport)
• Discounted fuel rates plus a range of retail discounts (including Boost, PB Tech and Specsavers)
• Ongoing learning and development, with clear career pathways to help you grow, specialise, or progress
• A welcoming, family‑friendly workplace where people are encouraged to be themselves and feel valued

About Northpower:

Northpower is an organisation with deep regional roots and national reach. We own and operate the electricity and fibre networks across Whangārei and Kaipara, delivering essential infrastructure to more than 60,000 connected customers, while also operating one of New Zealand’s largest mult‑utility contracting businesses.

From keeping the lights on today to building the infrastructure that will power tomorrow, our work spans electricity, fibre, renewables, transmission, and energy services. With more than 1,400 people across 16 locations, we act as one to support our communities, customers, clients, and critical national infrastructure across Aotearoa.

What connects all this work is real impact you can see in your community. The work you do at Northpower matters, it is seen, felt, and relied on every day.

New Zealand work rights are required for the role. Pré‑employment checks will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.