The company
Passionate, curious, and innovative are a few words that describe our people. We are powering the future, connecting communities, and igniting innovation. Orion owns and operates the electricity distribution network that provides power to central Canterbury. As the third largest electricity distribution network in New Zealand, we cover remote rural areas, regional towns, and the city of Christchurch.
We are an essential service and take our responsibilities seriously. We are community owned and working here means a career with meaning and purpose that makes a difference in your very own neighbourhood.
The role
It's exciting times at Orion and the energy sector, now is the time to be a part of our on-going success. We are looking for Delivery Managers (Overhead) to oversee the delivery of world-class infrastructure contract management services specialising in the Overhead network.
This role is a great mix of collaboration and engagement across Orion, growing critical external relationships, continuous improvement practices and financial management. If this is your world and you're an expert in your field, you'll want to know more.
Ensure the delivery of high-quality end to end contract management for Overhead works
Responsible for the delivery management of Overhead Capex and Opex projects driven by our AMP
Manage scheduled and non-scheduled work to ensure efficient delivery of Overhead works
Collaborate closely with the Network Portfolio team regarding pricing, timelines and resource allocation
Conduct audits against contracted works and the management of incidents and continuous improvement actions
Ensure job close out information is correct and completed ready for the asbuilt process
About you
Significant depth of experience in overhead distribution and contract/project management with a relevant qualification in Overhead distribution
Level 6 tertiary qualification in the electrical industry or equivalent knowledge gained through experience
Strong personal leadership skills with the ability to motivate, influence and guide others
Contract experience in NZS3910
Understanding of the NZ Regulatory environment that applies to the electricity industry is an advantage
Natural ability to connect and collaborate with others where you can convey technical information and ideas to various audiences
A curious, pro-active and positive approach with the ability to think outside the box with a customer centric approach
What they offer
You'll find at Orion, you can come as you are and just be you. You will be joining a workplace that values who you are, the work you do, and the way you think. Importantly, we offer:
Flexible working arrangements, and flexible locations with our Head office in Burnside and satellite offices in Rolleston and Ferrymead
Three days of “My Days” leave
A broad range of workplace benefits from a wellbeing allowance to access to our holiday house in Hanmer!