Programme Manager (Substations And Capital Works)

Making a difference and leading the way in our sector is important to us, and this new role to Orion is a perfect example of that. We are looking for a Programme Manager (Substations and Capital Works) to lead the programme management of our major substations and other significant capital works. This is a fantastic opportunity to make key technical decisions, make things happen and take responsibility for the establishment of work packages and annual programmes as the guardian of our major substation assets.

If you are looking for a role where can you bring your expertise to the table, a role that will challenge the way you think, use all your technical and industry knowledge and where your interpersonal skill will be crucial, then this is the role for you.

About us

Passionate, curious, and innovative are a few words that describe our people. We are powering the future, connecting communities, and igniting innovation. Orion owns and operates the electricity distribution network that provides power to central Canterbury. As the third largest electricity distribution network in New Zealand, we cover remote rural areas, regional towns, and the city of Christchurch.

We are an essential service and take our responsibilities seriously. We are community owned and working here means a career with meaning and purpose that makes a difference in your very own neighbourhood.

The role

• Responsible for programming and packaging of substation and other significant capital works projects
• Coordinate programme timing and planning of substation and project works
• Engage, manage and work closely with designers and consultants, ensuring quality work packs are provided and delivered
• Conduct early engagement with stakeholders to enable reliable and strong communication channels ensuring successful delivery
• In conjunction with other Orion stakeholders, ensure long lead capital assets are specified and procured to coordinate with work programmes
• Responsible for the coordination and updating of substation and project asset and works information
• Support the wider business to report, advise and drive continuous improvements on our delivery model

About you

• Significant depth of experience in the management, construction and maintenance of Substation, Technical or complex electric power transmission or distribution system contracts or projects
• Level 6 tertiary qualification in the electrical industry or equivalent knowledge gained through experience
• Strong personal leadership skills with the ability to motivate, influence and guide others
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the Electricity Act, current Electrical (safety) Regulations, Electrical Codes of Practice and SMEI's
• Natural ability to connect and collaborate with others where you can convey technical information and ideas to various audiences
• A curious, pro-active and positive approach with the ability to think outside the box with a customer centric approach
• Proficiency in the Microsoft suite including strong knowledge of Excel

We offer

You'll find at Orion, you can come as you are and just be you. You will be joining a workplace that values who you are, the work you do, and the way you think. Importantly, we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements, and flexible locations with our Head office in Burnside and satellite offices in Rolleston and Ferrymead
• Three days of "My Days" leave
• A broad range of workplace benefits from a wellbeing allowance to access to our holiday house in Hanmer!

You might be surprised to find out that the company that brings the power to your home is innovative, inclusive, progressive, and quite good fun.

To apply

We encourage you to be you in your application! We are truly committed to diversity, inclusion and lifting our cultural capability. You don't need to be knowledgeable in these areas, but you do need to be on board with learning.

Please reach out to us with any questions at zoe.dalton@oriongroup.co.nz. We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interviews. To learn more about us, check out our careers site to find out more about working Orion.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this job. Pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process.