Substations Operational Engineering Manager

Substations Operational Engineering Manager

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Overview

Key role leading operational and maintenance engineering for primary assets NZ wide. Work across Transpower and with our contracted service providers. Transpower owns and operates New Zealand's National Grid, the transmission network that connects areas of generation with towns and cities across the country. Our Grid Delivery division leads project and maintenance work across the transmission network with contracted service providers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of seven specialists, including Principal Engineers
• Provide real-time operational engineering advice and recommendations for managing operational issues for primary assets
• Develop and manage maintenance strategies and procedures; undertake technical investigations to ensure assets meet performance criteria
• Develop and review maintenance procedures and specifications; support service delivery through technical management, on-site build and commissioning support
• Provide insights on asset health and capability to other business functions
• Collaborate with Transpower National Grid Operations Centres, Regional Service Managers, Asset Planning, and contracted service providers
• Ensure operational performance of HVAC substation assets across ~173 substations nation-wide, including transformers, circuit breakers, instrument transformers, Air Break Switches, and gas-insulated switchgear

What will you bring?

Shortlisting criteria

Why Transpower

Aotearoa is powered by the people who work here. You will join a diverse team that supports learning, outcomes, and a flexible work approach with a minimum of three days on-site per week. We offer employee benefits including insurances.

Next steps

To apply, review the position description and submit your application along with a cover letter outlining your interest. Role closes Tuesday 28 October, but applications will be reviewed as they are received.

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