Substation Engineering & Commissioning Manager
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Job Location:
New Plymouth - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Substation Engineering & Commissioning Manager
New Plymouth Tauranga or Wellington
Permanent - Full-time
Were looking for an experienced substation engineer to lead our Substation Engineering team within Electricity Design.
This role has responsibility for technical leadership people leadership and ensuring high-quality engineering advice design and commissioning outcomes across Powercos substation portfolio.
The role
Reporting to the Head of Design and Asset Information youll lead a team of 68 engineers and provide engineering direction across the business. Youll support key technical decisions maintain standards and work closely with internal teams and external delivery partners.
Key responsibilities
- Lead and manage the substation engineering team
- Ensure delivery of quality engineering advice designs and standards
- Provide technical leadership across substation design and commissioning
- Support commissioning activities and outcomes
- Maintain Powerco and industry engineering standards
- Work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners
- Champion Safety in Design and Health & Safety
- Contribute to industry capability training and development
What were looking for
- Proven experience leading technical or engineering teams
- Strong background in substation design installation and commissioning
- Experience working with consultants and contractors
- Knowledge of network planning design maintenance and technical standards
- Ability to translate plans into practical delivery
- A recognised qualification in Electrical Engineering (BE NZCE); chartership or post-graduate study is an advantage
Skills and approach
- Clear confident communicator
- Comfortable making risk-based decisions
- Able to hold yourself and others accountable
- Works well across teams and functions
- Focused on quality safety and delivery
Some travel across the Powerco footprint is required.
If youre looking for a senior engineering leadership role with real influence across the network wed like to hear from you.
Applications close: Friday 16 January 2026
Our ability to get the best out of people is what sets Powerco apart. We realise that candidates especially from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds often wont apply for roles unless they meet ALL the encourage anyone who shares our passion for connecting communities to apply for any role that aligns to your strengths and interests. We will provide a safe space where you can bring your whole self to work and thrive.
If you would benefit from support or adjustments in order to participate equitably in the recruitment process please phone or email
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
About Company
Powerco is the second-largest gas and largest electricity distributor in New Zealand. It is one of only two companies to distribute both electricity and natural gas through their network.
