Senior Asset Manager

Technical Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset management firm in Christchurch is seeking a professional to manage the lifecycle of an electricity distribution network. You will apply your technical expertise to develop asset management strategies and make data-driven decisions. Candidates should have a relevant tertiary qualification and proven experience in asset management, particularly in utilities or infrastructure. The company offers a people-focused culture, professional development opportunities, and competitive benefits including a salary range of $100,000 - $140,000.

Benefits

Nine-day fortnight + one day WFH option

Subsidised health insurance & gym membership

Professional development and recognition programmes

Modern workplace with free on-site parking

Competitive salary & benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in asset management within electricity distribution, utilities, or infrastructure.
• Strong technical knowledge of asset lifecycle planning and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine asset management plans across designated fleets.
• Monitor and analyse asset health, performance, and lifecycle expectations.
• Use data, modelling, and modern software to inform smarter decisions and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support the Service Delivery team with program execution and asset transitions.
• Contribute to contingency planning, asset disposal, and spares strategies.

Skills

Analytical strength

Planning

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Overview

Be part of an asset management team responsible for the full lifecycle of a Canterbury-based electricity distribution network. With a collaborative culture, modern facilities, and a strong commitment to innovation, this company offers challenging technical work alongside genuine work-life balance.

The Role

Reporting to the Asset Management Team Leader, this role is about applying technical expertise, data-driven decision-making, and forward thinking to ensure assets remain safe, reliable, and future-ready. You’ll be responsible for lifecycle planning, replacement and maintenance strategies, and risk-based decision-making.

• Develop, implement, and refine asset management plans across designated fleets
• Monitor and analyse asset health, performance, and lifecycle expectations
• Use data, modelling, and modern software to inform smarter decisions and identify improvement opportunities
• Support the Service Delivery team with program execution and asset transitions
• Contribute to contingency planning, asset disposal, and spares strategies

Ideal Experience

You’ll bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification
• Proven experience in asset management (within electricity distribution, utilities, or infrastructure)
• Strong technical knowledge of asset lifecycle planning and risk management
• Analytical strength – turning complex data into clear decisions
• Excellent planning, problem-solving, and communication skills

The Company

Our client is an accredited employer with around 190 staff, who play a vital role in delivering safe and reliable power distribution services to the Canterbury region. They operate with a flat, collaborative structure where staff are empowered to contribute ideas, lead initiatives, and mentor others. Operating from modern facilities, they invest heavily in tools, systems, and people.

What’s in It for You?

The culture is collaborative, values-driven, and people-focused. They offer flexibility, professional development, and a workplace that recognises initiative and innovation.

Benefits include:

• $100,00 - 140,000 base
• Nine-day fortnight + one day WFH option
• Subsidised health insurance & gym membership
• Professional development and recognition programmes
• Modern workplace with free on-site parking
• Supportive, people-focused culture
• Competitive salary & benefits

Apply now, or alternatively reach out for a confidential discussion with Bethany Craigen on [phone], email [e-mail]

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