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Contracting Capabilities

Northpower provides contracting services across the North Island including engineering, infrastructure management and maintenance and construction.

Management Assistant

Are you a skilled and organised administrative professional looking for an exciting opportunity to support a dynamic team in the energy sector?


We are looking for a proactive and organised individual to join our team and provide essential administrative support to our GM Central Contracting and Leadership team.


The Opportunity

At Northpower, our people are at the heart of our success. As a Management Administrator you will provide essential day-to-day support, planning, and coordination to our Central Region team. 


Reporting to the GM, you will also role model success in several technical and people functions:
- Offer seamless administrative support to the GM and Leadership team, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
- Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, and assist with travel and accommodation arrangements to ensure maximum efficiency.
- Develop and maintain streamlined office systems, including email management, electronic filing, and monitoring systems.
- Prepare and circulate meeting agendas, documents, and reports to ensure effective communication.
- Assist in the creation and development of compelling presentations.
- Handle financial transactions with accuracy and efficiency.
- Prioritise, sort, and draft both internal and external correspondence in a timely manner.
- Assist in coordination Northpower led initiatives

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
- 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 person possessing strong interpersonal skills, as well as:
- Proven experience as a management assistant or personal assistant
- Be competent with compiling reports and papers for management teams
- A background in Administration or Business with relevant qualifications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer skills
- A keen eye for detail
- Proven track record in building strong, sustainable relationships with stakeholders
- Excellent communication skills, a team player attitude, and ability to maintain confidentiality will make you an invaluable asset to     our team.

Who we are

At Northpower, we’re all about people. We believe that great people make great companies, and we’re always looking for talented, passionate individuals to join our team. Northpower is proudly NZ-owned with over 1,400 awesome people working at our depots across the North Island and we’re about making a real difference in the way New Zealand powers its future.
Whether you’re one of the team helping support our electricity distribution networks connect homes, farms, and businesses across the Central region, or playing a role in shaping a more sustainable, lower-carbon future, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to grow and learn with us.

Get in touch!

If you are detail-oriented, highly efficient, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you!

Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early!
Please note that to be considered for this role, you must be in New Zealand and possess a current work visa. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications from those without the right to work in New Zealand.
Pre-employment screening includes a criminal history check, medical assessment with drug and alcohol testing and reference checks.
At Northpower, we manage recruitment in-house and encourage all interested candidates to apply directly online. We do not accept candidates via agencies unless the role is advertised by the agency at our request.