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Network Operations Manager

10/07/2025
10/08/2025
Permanent - Full Time
Levin and Paraparaumu
Operations
  • Newly created leadership role with full oversight of network operations and the control centre
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate to the level of the role
  • Work in beautiful regional New Zealand based in Levin and Paraparaumu, miss the traffic
  • Join an Electricity Distributor who are passionate about their people, the region and the communities they serve

We’re looking for a seasoned professional who’s been at the helm of electricity network control centre operations for many years.

This isn’t a hands-on, day-to-day control room role — it’s one step above. You will lead through others, managing the leader responsible for day-to-day operations. Your focus will be on positioning our control room to adapt to the modern future facing state that keeps pace with how our network is evolving and meeting our customers changing needs.

 Driving continuous improvement of systems and processes, overseeing system security, managing escalations, and ensuring the control room operates safely, efficiently, and effectively. You’ll lead contingency planning, drive network reliability and safety, and make sure the right systems, people, and processes are in place.  With a focus on an upgraded SCADA system being transitioned into the business, you’ll get to work on some exciting technology projects too, along the way.

Job Description

The Role will see you:

  • Lead the Network Operations function including managing operational processes and procedures and providing oversight of Control Room operations.
  • Help set the strategy for managing network operations as the electricity network grows and evolves to meet changing customer requirements.
  • Manage the Control Room function, including providing direct leadership of the Control Room Supervisor and Scheduler/Outage Planner, with indirect oversight of Control Room Operators.
  • Take responsibility for high-level network operations, including outage management strategy, emergency escalation, and system reliability.
  • Own the performance and development of control room operations as you ensure safe access to the Electra network for field staff, contractors and third parties, that operating protocols are adhered to, and deliver all compliance reporting.
  • Drive continuous improvement across technology and processes, identifying smarter ways to operate through technology, training, and process evolution.
  • Keep the business and your stakeholders fully informed, as you deliver clear operational insights and reports.

Desired Skills and Experience

What You Bring:

  • Demonstrated leadership in electricity network operations, particularly in managing or directing control room functions.
  • A strategic mindset with deep knowledge of system reliability, outage planning, and operational risk.
  • Strong people leadership, you can show your ability to get the best out of leaders and technical teams.
  • Confidence under pressure, you know what it takes to lead during major events, emergencies, and complex, time-sensitive challenges.

You’ve been here before, you’re ready to take on a new challenge, you love improving systems and technology, whilst making high-impact decisions, and shaping the future of network operations.

Why Join Electra?

Electra is at an exciting point in its journey - growing, evolving, and playing a key role in New Zealand’s electrification future. For over 100 years, we’ve proudly powered the Horowhenua and Kāpiti regions. Now, we’re focused on shaping what comes next: a smarter, more sustainable energy future.

Our Values guide everything we do - we care about our people, we do the right thing, we are one team, and we think about our future.

Based in primarily in  Levin with the flexibility of  working out of our office in Paraparaumu as well , you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds: access to incredible outdoor adventures, a welcoming community, affordable living, and a thriving local economy. And with Wellington and Manawatū just a short drive away, you will stay connected without the stress of big city living.

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, don’t wait - apply today. We are reviewing applications as they come in and may begin interviews before the closing date.

Have questions? Call Stephanie on 021 202 2809 – she will be happy to help.

 

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