General Manager Networks

About The Role

PowerNet is an electricity management company with total assets over $1 Billion including over 14,000 kilometres of lines and cables, delivering electricity to over 70,000 consumers.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic and inspirational leader to join the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) as

General Manager Networks

, leading the planning, delivery, and optimisation of electricity networks across southern New Zealand.

Reporting to the newly appointed CEO the GM Networks leads a team of 60+ professionals across engineering, planning, operations systems and major projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable energy delivery to communities.

Key responsibilities

Leading the strategy and execution of asset management and annual work plans

Overseeing major capital investments & network operations across multiple networks

Driving continuous improvement and innovation across network operations

Building strong relationships with key stakeholders, including boards, regulators, and industry bodies

Contributing to strategic leadership as part of the SLT.

What you'll bring

Candidates of interest will point to extensive commercial and people leadership experience with a track record of building strong relationships and delivering results.

You will have :

A tertiary qualification in engineering (MBA or asset management qualifications advantageous)

10+ years' senior leadership experience in electricity distribution or similar capital-intensive industry

Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and deliver complex projects

Deep understanding of regulatory environments and asset lifecycle management

Electricity sector experience is desirable but not essential.

This represents an enticing opportunity for a senior leader who is already at executive level or who is ready to step up and to make their mark in a large geographic area experiencing high growth (residential, industrial and commercial).

About PowerNet

PowerNet is New Zealand's fourth-largest electricity management company, managing networks across Southland, Otago, and Stewart Island.

With a values-driven culture and a commitment to safety, reliability, and innovation, PowerNet is proud to power communities and support regional growth.

Benefits

Great culture and working environment

One extra week of annual leave

Option of a nine-day fortnight (compressed work arrangement)

Fully subsidised health insurance

Generous relocation package, including temporary accommodation, while you settle

Candidates can apply, in strict confidence, online at

To apply by email, please attach your cover letter and CV and send to

quoting 9070aa.

Applications close on 19th October 2025.

Emails will be electronically acknowledged, and further correspondence may be by email.

For more information please phone Louise Green on +64 3 353 4367.

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