Northpower is seeking a motivated and technically capable
Engineer – Transmission Lines to join our Transmission Lines team. This role
offers the opportunity to work across both office and field environments,
supporting the planning, design, delivery, and maintenance of critical
transmission line infrastructure.
About the Role:
In this role, you will provide technical advice and support
to maintenance and project teams, ensuring engineering solutions are practical,
safe, and compliant. You will be responsible for developing and managing
delivery programmes, preparing and reviewing engineering documentation, and
ensuring all project and contract documentation is accurate and submitted on
time. The role includes completing engineering checks such as rigging loads and
construction load calculations, developing construction methodologies and work
plans, and supporting the pricing of planned maintenance works.
You will also assist with construction frameworks through to
project completion, write and peer review technical reports prior to client
submission, and ensure the correct and timely preparation of drawings and
reports for tenders. Field-based activities will include transmission line
surveys, structure and hardware inspections, earth resistivity testing, and
other site investigations. You will collect and analyse data, perform complex
calculations, graph results, and prepare charts and tabulations, while building
strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support
effective communication of construction works and connections.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will have three or more
years’ experience in the electricity industry, ideally within a transmission or
distribution environment. You will be comfortable working across both office
and field settings, including site inspections and investigations. Strong
computer skills are essential, particularly in MS Excel, along with the ability
to analyse data and present technical information clearly. Experience using
surveying equipment such as a theodolite and undertaking site surveys would be
advantageous.
About Us:
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for
Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.
We are 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.
Apply Now:
This is a great opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking
engineering team using modern technology to improve how transmission assets are
inspected and managed. You’ll have real ownership, the chance to influence how
work is done, and ongoing opportunities to grow your skills and career. If
you’re ready to make an impact on critical infrastructure and be part of a team
that values innovation, safety, and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now via #Req1848 and help us keep things moving behind
the scenes. New Zealand work rights are required for the role. Pre-employment checks will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol
testing, and a medical assessment
