Landowner Liaison Officer

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Landowner Liaison Officer has come up in our Rotorua Transmission Team.
- **The role**
Reporting to the Delivery Manager, you’ll be responsible for liaising with Landowners and stakeholders for Transmission line maintenance and project works being carried out for Transpower in the Bay of Plenty and Rotorua regions. You will also:
- Advice Landowners on restrictions to land use caused by the work
- Respond to Landowner complaints/conflict in a timely manner
- Notify stakeholders immediately on the receipt of a complaint/conflict
- Liaise with outside organisations about how they can work safely around Power Lines

**What’s in it for you?**
This is a career-defining role that allows you to display the breadth and depth of your stakeholder management skills. We will reward you with benefits like:
- Working on a variety of projects for key Northpower customers
- Competitive salary and full private use vehicle
- Flexible working arrangements
- An in-house well-being programme, a Peer Support Network (Kaitiaki) and EAP Services
- Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance
- Commitment for professional growth and development
- A range of retails discounts and staff benefits including support for your physical well-being by way of a contribution towards your annual sports membership
- A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated

**About you**
To be successful in this role you will display strong people skills and enthusiasm to learn and grow. You will be able to manage challenging situations in a calm, mature manner using appropriate conflict de-escalation methods. We're looking for an individual who can demonstrate the following:
- At least 2 years of experience in the Transmission industry dealing with stakeholders ( preferred not essential )
- Knowledge and understanding of Transmission related rules and guidelines will be advantageous
- Proven ability to build trust and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal & external stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Competent in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong interpersonal skills especially within a multi-cultural environment
- Effective problem-solving capability
- Enjoy working in a busy team environment, yet able to work self-directed
- A full NZ Driver License
- Tenacity in taking problems through to successful outcomes

**About us**
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangarei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.
- We are also one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, and commercial sectors with a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements.
- We have over 1,300 staff working together across 14 locations in North Island to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.
- **Get in touch**
Join us if you’re looking for a career defining role within a growing team where you can make your mark Direct your profile into our career’s website and search for _#Req 1173._
- Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early_