Network Controller

Fluid Recruitment Limited; Levin; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluid Recruitment is seeking a Network Controller for Electra, responsible for maintaining the safe supply of electricity in the Horowhenua and Kāpiti regions. This role involves developing switching sequences, coordinating with field staff, and contributing to network improvements. The successful candidate will have Control Room experience, with opportunities to work on project implementations, enjoy a collegial environment, and benefit from various perks including health insurance and relocation support.

Benefits

Healthy on-call allowance

Ability to work from home

Relocation support

Health insurance

Life insurance

Additional KiwiSaver

Extra leave days

Free parking

Qualifications

• Previous Control Room experience in distribution or transmission.
• Ability to respond to network events and emergencies.
• Willingness to share knowledge with the team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safe and reliable supply of electricity.
• Coordinate with field staff for planned work.
• Monitor and report on network performance.

Skills

Switch writing

Fault finding

Coordination

Education

Level Four Electricity Supply (Network Control)

Job description

Fluid Recruitment is proud to exclusively partner with Electra in searching for its new Network Controller, reporting to the Control Room Supervisor.

The Company

Rapidly growing, Electra serves the vibrant communities of the Horowhenua and Kāpiti regions. Trust and locally owned, it is focused on providing innovative electricity distribution services in the forms of its network and contracting business units all guided by its values:

• We care about our people
• We do the right thing
• We are one team
• We think about our future

A relaxed and coastal lifestyle is on offer with Electra's network having the added benefit of being the gateway to the Wellington and Manawatu regions.

The Role

Responsible for overseeing the safe and reliable supply of electricity to a growing region, you will join a tight knit Control Room. This will see you:

• Developing switching sequences
• Actioning planned work through coordinating with field staff
• Fault finding and dispatching fault crews in responding to unplanned outages
• Contributing to improving processes and procedures
• Monitoring and reporting on network performance

As Electra transition to implementing to an upgraded SCADA system, you will have the rare opportunity to help shape its future and gain exposure to project work.

Further, you'll share and trade your technical knowledge with the team, including a passionate Trainee Controller.

About You

With previous Control Room experience within either distribution or transmission, you will be experienced in switch writing and be confident in responding to network events and emergencies.

You will be willing to share your experiences and contribute to the continued growth of the Control Room. Part of the Service Delivery Team, you'll enjoy direct contact with field crews and develop professional relationships built on strong rapport.

You'll ideally hold or be willing to work towards a Level Four Electricity Supply (Network Control). Previous field experience is ideal although not essential.

The Opportunity

An agile organisation that is community focused you will be joining a tight knit and collegial Control Room that is well supported by an experienced leader. A Day Control Room, you'll work Monday to Friday and be part of the on-call roster.

With a Levin based Control Room you have the choice of living throughout the Kāpiti Coast, Horowhenua and into the Manawatū region. Further, you will benefit from:

• A healthy on call allowance
• Ability to work from home
• Relocation support (if required)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Additional KiwiSaver
• Extra leave days
• Free parking

Led by a dynamic Senior Leadership Team, Electra has a clear vision of operating the electricity network safely and effectively to support the growth and electrification of Kāpiti and Horowhenua through investing heavily in its network and systems.

Apply

For a confidential discussion around this position please call Tom Stevens. Alternatively, submit your resume and details via the 'apply' button.

Tom Stevens

Manager - Engineering / Energy

Fluid Recruitment

021 348 016

www.fluidrecruitment.co.nz