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We're stoked to offer an awesome opportunity for a seasoned Asset Inspections Supervisor to join our energetic transmission team. In this role, you will provide technical support and oversee the successful delivery of various asset inspection works, such as Condition Assessment, RPAS/drone conductor assessment and other asset evaluations.

From start to finish, you'll be involved in planning, supervising, organising and executing asset inspections to achieve success for our customers and Northpower. Reporting to the Asset Inspections Program Coordinator, you'll play a crucial role in achieving top-notch results for both our customers and Northpower.

Being the Asset Inspections Supervisor, you will also be responsible for:

• Planning work and resources thoroughly, considering risks, safety and environmental factors
• Day to day leadership and development of asset inspection field staff
• Ensure training and competencies are met
• Monitoring data and deliverables, ensuring data accuracy and client satisfaction
• Getting out and doing the mahi too. This role is a mixture of office and field work.

This position is based in our Hamilton depot which services the central North Island region.

What’s in it for you?
You will work in diverse and challenging environments, providing opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills. This is a new role in a fast-growing technology focused team. The opportunity is yours to shape this and make it your own, contributing to the growth in this ambitious team.

You will enjoy benefits like:

• Competitive remuneration and full private use vehicle
• An in-house well-being programme, a peer support network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services
• Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance
• Commitment to professional growth and development
• A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated
• Tailored leadership development in line with our specialised capability framework
• Social club and participate in family and social events and activities
• Discounted gym membership and a range of retail discounts

What we’re looking for?
This role requires someone with background in the transmission line industry. You will have hands on field experience and ideally have worked several years at Supervisor level.

Additionally, possessing the following would be beneficial:

• Transmission Line EWRB registration
• Knowledge of industry Codes of Practice, Policies, Standards and SMEI rules
• Proven supervisory experience in NZ transmission line industry
• Experience operating drones for asset inspections, or even outside of work for fun
• Critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Promote safety culture in line with legislation and industry standards
• Intermediate computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Integrity, trust, consistency and customer focus
• Strong team player

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.

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 keen for an exciting opportunity in an awesome team, apply now by visiting our careers website and searching for #REQ1338.

Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early!