Asset Engineer Underground Assets
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Job Location:
New Plymouth - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Asset Engineer - Underground Assets
New Plymouth Tauranga or Palmerston North
Permanent - Full-time
If you find the world of cables transformers and switchgear fascinating and youre ready to lift the lid on electrical underground assets to become the go-to expert in one of our underground asset types this is your next role.
Powerco is looking for an Asset Engineer Underground Assets to join our Network Assets team. Youll play a key part in ensuring our underground distribution assets perform safely reliably and efficiently throughout their lifecycle with a view to the future.
This is your opportunity to help shape underground asset lifecycle strategies for one of New Zealands largest electricity distribution networks and grow into a recognised subject matter expert in the asset class youre passionate about.
What youll be doing
In this specialist role you will:
- Support the development and ongoing improvement of Powercos renewal strategy and 10-year renewal investment plans for underground assets.
- Contribute to the update of Powercos Asset Management Plan forecasting a 10-year view across key asset fleets.
- Take ownership of assigned asset investments ensuring they deliver the value and outcomes expected.
- Provide asset management oversight of project and maintenance delivery.
- Become Powercos Subject Matter Expert in a primary underground asset class.
- Participate in the Engineer on Call after-hours support roster for our Control Room.
- Collaborate closely with other fleet specialists to ensure seamless asset management.
- Champion best-practice asset lifecycle management risk modelling diagnostics condition monitoring while staying connected with industry bodies such as EEA and CIGRE.
What youll bring
Were looking for someone who enjoys solving problems understands how underground assets behave over time and wants to keep improving how we manage them.
Youll ideally have:
- A degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline) with relevant industry experience.
- 5 years working in asset management maintenance/construction or engineering roles.
- Strong knowledge of electrical distribution assets failure modes lifecycle management and risk assessment.
- Experience using asset modelling and analytical tools (e.g. CNAIM).
- Clear communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
- A data-driven approach able to make sound informed decisions that balance performance cost and risk.
- A mindset centred around continuous improvement efficiency and delivering optimal asset performance.
- Economic or financial analysis capability (a bonus but not essential).
Why Powerco
At Powerco we dont micromanage or prescribe your every move. Our tikanga is to work collaboratively using the strengths of everyone in the line with our Better Together value well shape and evolve this role with you so you feel proud to be here and proud of the contribution you make.
Apply now and help us keep the energy flowing.
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:
IC
Key Skills
- Construction Experience
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Rigging
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Computer Literacy
- OSHA
- Mechanical Engineering
- Concrete Forming
- Excavator
- Human Resources
- Power Tools
- Troubleshooting
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.
