Learning & Development Lead
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New Plymouth - New Zealand
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Job Summary
Learning & Development Lead
New Plymouth Tauranga or Wellington
Permanent - Full-time
Are you passionate about building workforce and leadership capability that makes a real difference Were looking for a Learning & Development Lead to shape and strengthen enterprise learning across this role youll design and govern practical role-based learning systems that build capability aligned to strategic priorities regulatory obligations and operational needs. Youll help embed learning into day-to-day work so it delivers measurable improvements in performance safety and leadership effectiveness.
About the role
- Build and maintain a role-based learning and capability framework aligned to Powercos strategic priorities and safety-critical roles.
- Create practical learning pathways for frontline technical leadership and critical roles.
- Partner with business units to align enterprise learning standards with technical training delivered in the business.
- Own learning systems quality assurance evaluation and reporting to ensure consistency and measurable impact.
- Support leadership development initiatives that strengthen people leadership safety leadership and change capability.
What were looking for
- Experience developing and implementing enterprise learning strategies frameworks and programmes.
- A strong track record of designing learning that lifts capability performance and engagement.
- Confidence working with digital learning systems tools and reporting.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to partner across a broad organisation.
- Experience evaluating learning effectiveness and using insights to improve outcomes.
- A practical collaborative approach and a passion for enabling others to grow and succeed.
Why join Powerco
At Powerco we connect communities to energy thats safe reliable and resilient while helping shape a sustainable energy future for Aotearoa. Were guided by Ngā Tikanga Our Way and by values including Proud to be here Better together Working smarter and Future focused.
If youre excited by the opportunity to shape enterprise capability influence leadership effectiveness and help build an organisation ready for the future wed love to hear from you.
Applications close: Friday 26 June 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
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.
