Trainee Network Controller

2 weeks ago


New Plymouth, New Zealand Powerco Full time

Fully subsidised medical and life insurance
- Generous parental, volunteering and sick leave provisions
- Free onsite parking

**Trainee Network Controller**

**New Plymouth**

Due to the success of our trainee program, we have had someone move into a controller role, and now we have a vacancy.

**About the Role**:
You will play a key role in studying fault data to improve our response plans, while also assisting Network Controllers.

This role offers the opportunity to work towards gaining competency to become a Network Controller. You will help with real-time operations and make sure Powerco's network policies and procedures are followed.

**About You**:
This position requires an individual with a background in electrical industry. You should know about high-voltage network operations and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

**Key responsibilities include**:

- ** Fault Data Analysis**:Study fault data to improve responses and find better solutions.
- ** Competency Development**: Work towards becoming a Network Controller or Senior Network Controller.
- ** Real-time Network Operation**: Help with the real-time operation of the high-voltage (HV) network.
- ** Switching Instructions**: Create and check high-voltage switching instructions.
- ** Policy Adherence**: Make sure Powerco's network operating policies are followed every day.
- ** Complex Situation Analysis**: Analyse and solve complex electrical network issues.
- ** Record Maintenance**: Keep accurate records of network outages, incidents, and events.

**It would be ideal if you have**:

- Exceptional technical skills.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to be confident and decisive in demanding situations (e.g., storms, unplanned outages).
- High competence with technology.
- Considerable experience in electricity distribution.
- Familiarity with protection systems, SCADA, and Outage Management systems.

**Applications close: Sunday 20 October 2024


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