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
We're looking for an Energy Solutions Lead reporting to our Customer Solutions Manager. If you have a technical knowledge of distribution networks and project completion but most importantly are solution focused while understanding the value of engagement and how we can advise and support our industry, this is the role for you.
Lead the technical pre-qualification of major and complex opportunities and supporting customer enquiries at the early-stage technical evaluation of network capacity
Explore and understand the opportunity and impact of energy initiatives, such as fleet electrification systems, energy storage and demand response on the network
Approve customer connected generation, engineering designs and solutions for the connection of large customer installations
Provide specialist project and delivery technical support for renewable generation and distributed generation enquiries
Develop and implement a systematic approach to technical discoveries and problem solving
About you
Bachelor of Engineering (Power) or equivalent knowledge gained in the Design, Build and Commissioning of Renewable Energy Generation and Energy Storage Systems
Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to build credible relationships, influence and a customer focused outcome
Natural ability to connect and collaborate with others detailing needs and identifying potential mutual benefits
Strong report writing, verbal communication and presentation skills including to an executive level
Genuine interest and understanding of the various load and generation technologies the customer may connect to today or in the future
A curious, pro-active and innovative approach with the ability to think outside the box and not be afraid to try new things
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!