We are excited to announce an excellent opportunity based in Palmerston North, created as a result of work we've secured with Powerco.

The Role:

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will play an integral part in the successful delivery of engineering and control projects, managing everything from initiation to completion.

You will handle a wide range of responsibilities, including project planning, budgeting, and liaising with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.

In this role, you will:

- Manage the delivery of projects related to electricity distribution, overhead lines, underground cables, subdivision work, and substation upgrades.
- Ensure all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to quality and safety standards.
- Lead project planning, execution, commissioning, and closure phases.
- Prepare and manage work packs, including site details, job scope breakdown, and outage planning.
- Liaise effectively with clients, suppliers, consultants, and local authorities to ensure smooth project execution.
- Oversee financial performance of active projects, including invoicing and job reconciliation.

What’s in it for you?

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a key new project with Powerco in Palmerston North where you’ll play a crucial role in delivering complex projects while growing in your career.

In return for your skills and hard work, you’ll enjoy:
- Competitive remuneration
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and career development
- Access to an in-house well-being program, including Peer Support Network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services
- A range of retail discounts and additional benefits

About You:

We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and a strong communicator.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

- A Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent, or National Certificate in Electrical Engineering Level 4
- At least 2 years of relevant project management or technical experience
- Knowledge of LV and HV distribution systems and zone substations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project)
- Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)

About us

Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.
Northpower is one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors.

We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements.
We have over 1,400 staff working together across 14 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers

Get in touch!

If you’re looking to take the next step in your career, feel inspired to join a value-based, culture of care and an employer who fosters an innovative environment where professional development is supported direct your profile into our career’s website and search for #Req 1549.

Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early!
Pre-employment checks may include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.
Northpower has an in-house recruitment team who manage recruitment for all our vacancies.  If you're interested in a role with us, we would encourage you to apply directly online to us, as we don't accept candidates via agency (unless the role is advertised by the agency at our request