Operations Manager - Northpower - Whangarei

Operations Manager - Northpower - WhangareiOur client owns and operates electricity distribution and fibre networks in Whangarei and Kaipara and is one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation and commercial sectors.

Northpower has a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements.Reporting to the General Manager for Northpower's Northern Contracting business operations, the primary purpose of this role is to grow and deliver a profitable, sustainable and competitive contracting unit focusing on fault repair services, maintenance and construction contracts while ensuring the business unit achieves safety, quality, operational and other key performance targets.

At the heart of this role lies the responsibility for operationally leading and inspiring a large, highly valued workforce - circa 140 staff including seven direct reports.

The Operations Manager will be expected to be highly visible as well as build and develop relationships and effectively communicate with a wide range of Northpower and client stakeholders and staff.This is the perfect job for a confident, engaging Operations expert, someone who enjoys delivering exemplary results through engaging people from all backgrounds and who wants to work for a top employer where talent and capability is recognised and genuine career pathways exist.To secure this role you will need proven operational leadership experience gained in large field force, workplace environments.

Experience gained in contracting, electricity supply or construction would be an advantage.

Strong interpersonal skills, excellent report writing and verbal communication skills are vital.

You'll need a reputation for being able to build trust and maintain strong collaborative working relationships in professional and front line environments and have a reputation that is highly regarded for not being afraid to have courageous conversations or address challenging issues.

We're looking for a very special senior Operations Manager, someone who has the tenacity to take challenges through to successful outcomes despite the potential barriers, someone who can interpret requirements and translate them quickly into actionable plans, and someone who is able to work as part of a large, busy team within an industry that is regarded as both essential and dangerous.The remuneration on offer reflects the importance of this role.

Long term career advancement opportunities exist.Operations Manager roles rarely present of this calibre.

This opportunity will allow you to fully showcase the breadth and depth of your skills while working with people with immense levels of integrity and capability.

The culture, the people and the Group you'd be joining is nothing short of amazing so, if you have the skills and the drive we're after, contact Clare Turner immediately : email

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