Senior Operational Excellence Partner

Overview

Innovation at the core.

Powering a smarter future.

At Vector, we believe innovation is the key to a cleaner, more connected future.

By embracing new ideas, forging strong partnerships and pioneering technologies that make energy more resilient and accessible, we're setting new standards for our customers, and our industry.

Learn more about how Vector is reshaping the energy sector through collaborations with the biggest names globally :

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Vector : Pioneering the future of energy.

We collaborate globally - with leaders like X The Moonshot Factory and AWS, to bring cutting-edge technologies home.

From innovative AI-driven grid management to advanced renewable integration, we're shaping the future of energy.

Our network isn't just keeping up, it's evolving – with predictive analytics, automation and digital tools that enhance reliability and customer experience.

Sharing innovation – we offer technologies and business solutions across Auckland and the world, to help others embrace smarter energy systems that drive sustainability and efficiency.

If you're passionate about building a cleaner, more connected future, join us.

The future isn't waiting - we're building it now.

And this is where you come in.

The role

This is a unique 12 month fixed term (maternity leave) opportunity to join us through an exciting period of change and transformation as a senior member of our Operational Excellence team.

Working in partnership with GMs, our Digital Leadership teams & Practise Leads, on a typical week, you can expect to :

Lead and deliver continuous improvement initiatives across Vector Digital, driving better ways of working and operational outcomes.

Facilitate and coach cross-functional teams, including senior leaders, to uplift ways of working maturity.

Act as a connector between squads, practice leads, and GMs to align delivery with strategic goals.

Support the development and execution of OKRs across Digital Leadership Teams.

Champion the Vector Digital Operating Model (VDOM), helping teams work in federated, autonomous, and aligned ways.

Lead by example in fostering a culture of experimentation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Evaluate and track the impact of improvement initiatives, sharing best practices across the organisation.

Contribute to both project and product delivery in a fast-paced, evolving digital environment.

Who are we looking for?

We believe a blend of experiences is a real strength in this role.

Whether your expertise lies in Agile Coaching, Scrum, Product Ownership / Management, Project Delivery, or a combination of these, what matters most is your ability to lead change, facilitate improvement, and help teams deliver better outcomes across Vector Digital.

A confident facilitator with strong delivery experience (including foundational Agile facilitation) and comfortable working across both team and senior leadership levels.

Skilled in Lean, Kanban, and continuous improvement methodologies, with a hands-on approach to coaching and mentoring.

Able to navigate ambiguity and change, guiding teams through transformation with empathy and clarity.

Experienced in stakeholder engagement, with the demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate across diverse groups.

Comfortable leading workshops and planning sessions, including quarterly planning.

Experience in OKR development a distinct bonus (but not must have).

Proven ability to assess delivery environments and apply the right methodology for context.

Strong communicator who builds purposeful relationships and fosters alignment across business units.

Passionate about operational excellence and systems thinking, with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.

Brings energy and curiosity to the role, with a mindset geared toward innovation and continuous improvement.

Why Vector

We know that great energy starts with great people, and we're committed to creating an environment where you can be, do and achieve your best :

Enhance your wellbeing, protect your future and empower your personal and professional growth through our benefits package.

Supercharge your career through internal opportunities, our progression scheme, tailored development plans and investment in your learning and growth

We value diverse perspectives, which drive innovation and creativity.

We encourage everyone to bring their full selves to work, embracing ideas that challenge and inspire

Build a legacy doing work that matters – we're keeping the lights on across Auckland, and driving a sustainable energy future for New Zealand.

Apply now!

Applications close by 5 October; however, interviews will be held sooner, apply today!

We know that some people may hesitate to apply if they don't meet every single requirement.

If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply anyway - your skills, enthusiasm, and unique perspective could be just what we're looking for.

Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities and abilities to be part of our team.

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