Project Supervisor

CGR Services; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle

Health Insurance

Career development

Training opportunities

Team environment

Job summary

Ventia in Canterbury is seeking an experienced Distribution Supervisor to lead field crews delivering electrical distribution and infrastructure projects across Canterbury.

This hands-on leadership role oversees the safe and efficient delivery of maintenance, construction, fault response and project work while supporting a high-performing team of Linespeople, Cable Jointers, Technicians and Electrical Fitters.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electricity distribution, utilities, or power infrastructure.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Sound knowledge of industry safety requirements and compliance standards.
• Experience coordinating field-based teams and contractors.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Current NZ Electrical Registration or industry qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise distribution field crews across multiple work sites.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, on time, and to a high standard.
• Coordinate daily operations, resources, contractors, and equipment.
• Support the delivery of maintenance, capital works, and network projects.
• Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Champion a strong health, safety, quality and environmental culture.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Field coordination

Clear communication

NZ Electrical Registration

Full Class 1 Driver Licence

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Distribution Supervisor to lead field crews delivering electrical distribution and infrastructure projects across Canterbury.

In this hands-on leadership role, you'll oversee the safe and efficient delivery of maintenance, construction, fault response, and project work while supporting a high-performing team of Linespeople, Cable Jointers, Technicians, and Electrical Fitters.

About the Role

• Lead and supervise distribution field crews across multiple work sites
• Ensure all work is completed safely, on time, and to a high standard
• Coordinate daily operations, resources, contractors, and equipment
• Support the delivery of maintenance, capital works, and network projects
• Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members
• Champion a strong health, safety, quality, and environmental culture

About You

• Proven experience in electricity distribution, utilities, or power infrastructure
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Sound knowledge of industry safety requirements and compliance standards
• Experience coordinating field-based teams and contractors
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Current NZ Electrical Registration or industry qualifications preferred
• Full Class 1 Driver Licence

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package + Vehicle + Health Insurance
• Diverse and challenging work across Canterbury
• Career development and training opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• The opportunity to lead critical infrastructure projects that help keep communities connected

If you're a safety-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing people while delivering exceptional results, we'd love to hear from you.

About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.