Technical Manager

In The Moment, For The Future
At Genesis, we're always looking ahead - to new possibilities, smarter solutions, and a better energy future for Aotearoa New Zealand. Every role here plays a part in shaping what's next, whether it's through cutting-edge technology, bold thinking, or everyday excellence. If you're driven by progress and inspired by purpose, this is your chance to be part of something remarkable. Step into a career where your actions today help power tomorrow.

What You'll Do
At Genesis, we're powering New Zealand's transition to a low-carbon future and we're doing it through smart, sustainable energy solutions that make a real impact. As our Technical Manager - Asset Delivery, you'll take charge of the technical delivery of our renewable generation and battery storage projects, ensuring they're designed, built, and commissioned to world-class standards.

In this key leadership role, you'll bring together people, process, and performance to drive technical excellence from concept to completion. You'll oversee engineering design, manage quality assurance, and ensure our projects meet the highest safety and performance standards. From providing early technical direction and feasibility input to governing design and commissioning processes, you'll be the technical authority ensuring every project is built for long-term success.

Working closely with our Generation Development and Asset Delivery teams, you'll play a central role in transforming bold renewable ideas into operational assets. Reporting to our Head of Asset Delivery, you'll guide project engineers, partner with consultants and contractors, and help build a strong internal capability that will shape the next phase of New Zealand's energy future.

Please note this is a permanent fulltime role that can be based either at our Hamilton or Auckland office.
What You'll Bring
You're a trusted technical leader who thrives on turning complex challenges into well-executed projects. You understand every stage of the project lifecycle from early concept and design to construction and commissioning, driving delivery through strategic insight and technical excellence. You take pride in developing people, refining processes, and ensuring every asset adds lasting value to the business.

• A tertiary qualification in engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience
• Proven success in leading technical workstreams and ensuring quality, safety, and compliance across complex major projects
• Strong understanding of power generation technology, BESS, renewables, and New Zealand's electricity market
• Experience managing contractors, consultants, and complex project interfaces
• Familiarity with Transpower's grid connection and commissioning requirements
• Ability to influence, mentor, and embed best-practice within a high-performing team.

How We'll Help You Thrive
At Genesis, we know that every moment matters - it's not just about the mahi today, it's also all the other benefits that set you up for a thriving future.

Some Of Our Benefits Include

• Southern Cross medical insurance, plus life, trauma and income protection insurances
• Electricity and gas discounts and an extra 20 Power Shout hours per year
• Up to 4% match on KiwiSaver contributions or 3% with our GenSaver allowance
• Flexible working and leave options to support you to balance personal and professional needs
• Annual wellbeing allowance, access to Best Doctors online service for you and your family and other wellbeing offerings
• Career development opportunities and a supportive learning culture.

Ready to join us?
This is more than just a job - it's your chance to be part of something meaningful. If you're curious, capable, and care about creating a better future, don't wait. Let's shape what's next, together. Join us and enjoy all that's ahead – for your career and New Zealand's energy future. This could be your moment, apply now

Everyone's journey is different.
At Genesis, we understand that everyone has unique needs and experiences. We're committed to creating a recruitment process that is fair, accessible, and inclusive for all. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to participate fully in our hiring process, please don't hesitate to let us know. We're here to support you every step of the way.