Project Engineer

About the role

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Project Engineer to lead the design, delivery, and management of Network Waitaki’s maintenance and capital projects. This pivotal role ensures our network infrastructure remains safe, reliable, and future‑ready to support our customers and community. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver high‑quality projects on time and to the highest standards.

Duties

• Lead the design, engineering and management of assigned maintenance and capital projects.
• Ensure safety, quality, and financial performance of allocated projects.
• Contribute to team and business projects to improve Network Waitaki’s design and engineering capability.
• Take on additional responsibilities aligned with the Project Engineer role as needed.

The ideal candidate

About Network Waitaki

Based in the vibrant coastal town of Oamaru, our core business is bringing electricity from the national grid to over 13,000 connected customers in North Otago and parts of South Canterbury. Network Waitaki provides innovative energy solutions to our customers, as well as providing electrical construction and maintenance services across New Zealand.

What we offer

Compensation & benefits

Lifestyle & Culture

Further details

This is a full‑time, permanent position.

View the full job description here or on our careers site.

Ready to apply?

Click quick apply or visit our website to take the next step in powering our community with Network Waitaki.

Please note, you will need to undertake pre‑employment medical and Ministry of Justice checks, and you must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.

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