Asset Strategy Engineer

Following a recent change project to future-proof our Network we have a number of exciting new opportunities with our Northpower Network team. We are a leading electricity distribution network company committed to delivering reliable and sustainable energy solutions to our customers. We are currently seeking a talented Asset Strategy Engineer to join our team.

**The opportunity**

At Northpower, our people are at the heart of our success. As an Asset Strategy Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the development and maintenance of our asset fleet strategies, ensuring optimal investment planning and enhancing asset performance. You will also role model success in several technical and people functions:

- Collaboratively working with the Asset Lifecycle Manager and other teams to refine asset management plans and ensure adherence to best practices.
- Developing and maintaining asset fleet strategies, identifying intervention and investment plans to optimize asset performance.
- Assessing compliance with asset management policies and performance expectations, while implementing risk management frameworks consistent with industry guidelines.
- Leveraging utility-scale technology to drive asset performance improvements and enhance investment decisions.
- Identifying safety risks and prioritizing health and safety outcomes in all asset investment strategies.

You will forge partnerships that foster collaboration, innovation, and excellence in service delivery and together, we will build a future where Northpower continues to be the backbone of reliable and sustainable power infrastructure.

**What’s in it for you?**
- Competitive remuneration package and employee benefits
- A collaborative work environment where your ideas and contributions are valued
- Flexible work options
- A friendly place to work where people are valued and appreciated
- An organisation driven wellbeing programme
- Social club and family centred events including the Northpower WildKiwi multisport event and annual fishing competition
- Group discounted medical insurance
- Discounted gym membership
- Retailer discounts for employees via the Boost app
- On site car parking

**Who we’re looking for**

To be considered for this role you will naturally be a people leader and possess strong interpersonal skills, as well as:

- Tertiary qualification in electrical engineering.
- 4+ years of experience in the electricity supply industry preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in asset management and the use of asset management systems.
- Familiarity with assets typically deployed on electricity distribution networks and their lifecycle.
- A passion for challenging existing practices to drive continuous improvement in asset performance and safety outcomes.
- Excellent time management and teamwork skills, with the ability to provide guidance and support to junior staff.
- Strong analytical capabilities, enabling you to make data-driven recommendations for improved investment outcomes.

**Who we are**

Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangarei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. We also provide contracting services to our partners - other network owners and operators across New Zealand.

We have over 1,300 staff working together across 14 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.

**Get in touch**

If this sounds like you and you’d like to be a part of our team, we’d love to hear from you.
- Application for this position close on the 24th August 2023._