Project Supervisor

Omexom; Upper Harbour; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Omexom New Zealand is seeking a Project Supervisor for our Distribution Maintenance Services. The role involves assembling work packs, drafting switching schedules, and on-site supervision of power outages, coordinating with project managers and technical staff.

You will plan activities, develop cost-effective methods, and monitor costs while ensuring safety, environmental and quality standards are met. This full-time role requires governance of contract terms and close collaboration with

Qualifications

• Live line qualification or polytechnic qualification preferred.
• Experience in distribution network installation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of regulatory and industry requirements for electrical work.
• Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate project activities with Project Managers, design teams, customers, and technical staff.
• Develop and implement cost-effective engineering methods and procedures that comply with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Schedule resources and manage technical project work in alignment with project timelines and deliverables.
• Provide leadership and guidance to technical staff to maintain productivity and foster positive industrial relations.
• Assist in scoping, estimating, and pricing of Purchase Orders.
• Support Project Managers with progress claims, scope change assessments, and preparation of technical reports.
• Identify and assess project risks to prevent outages, equipment damage, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Contribute to the development of inspection and test plans (ITPs), job packs, and commissioning documentation.
• Monitor and track costs associated with job-specific plant and equipment on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Oversee testing and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with technical specifications and performance standards.
• Ensure all project activities adhere to the terms of the Contract Agreement for both Omexom and the customer.

Skills

Live line qualification

Distribution network experience

Electrical regulations

Computer skills

Education

Polytechnic qualification

Job description

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• Full-time, permanent contract with a minimum of 40 hours guaranteed per week
• Monday - Friday

About the Role

Looking for your next big opportunity? We've got an exciting Project Supervisorrole in our Distribution Maintenance Services Business Unitjust for you! In this position, assembling work packs for customer delivery, assisting in the drafting of switching schedules and material picklists, and providing on-site supervision and coordination of power outages, making a real impact.

The successful candidate will work on key responsibilities like:

• Plan and coordinate project activities with Project Managers, design teams, customers, and technical staff.
• Develop and implement cost-effective engineering methods and procedures that comply with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Schedule resources and manage technical project work in alignment with project timelines and deliverables.
• Provide leadership and guidance to technical staff to maintain productivity and foster positive industrial relations.
• Assist in scoping, estimating, and pricing of Purchase

Order (PO) projects.

• Support Project Managers with progress claims, scope change assessments, and preparation of technical reports.
• Identify and assess project risks to prevent outages, equipment damage, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Contribute to the development of inspection and test plans (ITPs), job packs, and commissioning documentation.
• Monitor and track costs associated with job-specific plant and equipment on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Oversee testing and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with technical specifications and performance standards.
• Ensure all project activities adhere to the terms of the Contract Agreement for both Omexom and the customer.

Qualifications and Skills

• A live line qualification and/or tertiary qualification at a polytechnic is preferred.
• Hands-on experience in distribution network installation and maintenance.
• A thorough knowledge of current regulatory and industry requirements for the carrying out of all prescribed electrical work.
• Sound computer skills

Who are we?

As the global energy landscape continues to evolve, Omexom is supporting New Zealand's transition toward a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. We work alongside partners across the energy ecosystem to accelerate progress and enable meaningful decarbonisation.

Omexom New Zealand brings the global scale, innovation, and proven expertise of a global leader to every local project. We collaborate with those who produce, transform and transport electricity and energy, including network owners and local authorities, to operate, build and maintain critical infrastructure. Our established processes ensure reliability and safety at scale, while longstanding relationships and on-the-ground experience make us trusted partners to work with.

We're here to help New Zealand build smarter, more efficient and resilient energy networks that will support community and industry for generations to come.

Please note, that only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.

According to the Harvard Business Review, men typically apply for jobs when they meet only 60% of the qualifications, whereas women and individuals from underrepresented groups usually apply only if they meet all the criteria. We're not just about checking boxes, so if you believe you have the skills but don't meet every requirement listed, please reach out if you would like to find out more, we'd love to talk with you.

Come join our amazing team and be a part of the pioneers in energy transition.