Substation & Field Team Leader – Electrical

Powernet; Balclutha; Remote; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Five weeks' annual leave

Optional 9-day fortnight

Fully subsidised Southern Cross health

Wellbeing programme

Relocation assistance

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

PowerNet is seeking a Team Leader to guide Electrical staff and Apprentices in the construction, installation, maintenance and fault response of substation and distribution assets. This role is based in Balclutha and will lead a skilled team to deliver projects safely and on time.

You will plan resources, coach the team, manage work packs, ensure safety and compliance, and deliver projects on time and within budget while developing capability.

Qualifications

• Must have Electrical Supply Level 4 qualification or equivalent.
• Current EWRB registration and practising licence.
• Proven electricity distribution and HV network experience.
• Strong leadership, coaching and people development skills.
• Effective planning, resource coordination and project delivery capability.
• Commitment to safety, compliance and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Electricians, Power System Technicians and Apprentices in construction, installation, maintenance and fault response of substation and distribution assets.
• Plan, coordinate and allocate resources to complete work efficiently and to targets.
• Coach and develop team capability and performance over time.
• Manage work packs and projects ensuring compliance requirements.
• Collaborate to deliver quality outcomes on time and within budget.
• Lead by example in health, safety and network access compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Stakeholder management

Safety & risk management

Practical solutions

Education

Electrical Supply Level 4 qualification

Job description

PowerNet is seeking a Team Leader to guide Electrical staff and Apprentices in the construction, installation, maintenance and fault response of substation and distribution assets. This role is based in Balclutha and will lead a skilled team to deliver projects safely and on time.

You will plan resources, coach the team, manage work packs, ensure safety and compliance, and deliver projects on time and within budget while developing capability.