Distribution Trade Coach

The opportunity

We are growing we are changing and we want you to apply for this newly created mentoring role working with our field teams to ensure the work we deliver is of a consistently excellent standard every time for our customers!

Downers Energy & Utilities has a new created and exciting opportunity for a Trade Coachto support the teams across theNorthwest - Central Contractfor Powerco. This role has the flexibility to be based in New Plymouth Hawera or Whanganui with the expectation of travel across the region.

The key purpose of this role is to support the teams to ensure they construct and maintain the Powerco network to the highest standards of technical performance safety and compliance across our electrical distribution operations. Youll play a key role in mentoring field crews delivering technical training on build standards and conduct internal audits to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What were looking for

You will be a people person who has a natural ability to get along with a wide variety of people and is driven to get the best out of them. Team fit is key!

We are ideally looking for a trade-qualified professional with a strong background in electrical distribution or maintenance contracting. You may be someone who has more than likely been on the tools is wanting to step back and is keen to use all your knowledge and experience to help others succeed. Our people pride themselves on delivering quality work for our customers and investing in this mentoring role is critical to our ongoing success. This dynamic role will improve our build consistency ensure we work safely while reducing unnecessary and costly rework.

Youll bring:

• An understanding through experience of the electrical distribution network both in construction and maintenance

• Experience or the ability to coach and mentor teams youll love engaging with people and will have a passion to impart your knowledge to others.

• Strong knowledge of safety regulations codes of practice and electrical standards

• Excellent communication observation and reporting skills

• Proficiency with computers and the ability to learn to use audit tools reporting software and digital training platforms

• A proactive self-motivated approach with high attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering training sessions and on-site coaching to field staff

• Facilitating onboarding for new trade staff

• Conducting routine and ad hoc audits of field work and processes

• Preparing audit reports and monitoring corrective actions

• Engaging with stakeholders including supervisors project managers and client representatives

What we offer

• The opportunity to work on high-impact projects with a leading provider in the energy and utilities sector

• Salary package Tool of Trade Vehicle

• A collaborative and inclusive team environment

• Ongoing professional development and career progression

• A strong commitment to safety innovation and excellence

About Energy & Utilities

At Downer our Energy & Utilities team is a trusted partner in delivering critical infrastructure and services across Australia and New Zealand. We design build and maintain power gas water and telecommunications networks that support communities and enable growth. Our people are at the heart of everything we do and were proud to foster a culture that values safety sustainability and diversity.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our peoples diverse experiences talents and cultures. As an inclusive employer wewelcome applications from everyone.

Applications will not be accepted via email. Please submit your application via the advertisement.