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 are looking for a Network Access & Training Manager reporting to our Head of QHS. You will translate industry legislation and operating standards into high-quality, practical training that protects our people and safeguards our licence to operate. This is a strategically important leadership role at the centre of safety and operational excellence.
Leading a team of Trainer/Coaches, you'll design and deliver industry-aligned programmes while ensuring network access competency standards remain robust and current, and partner across the business and industry to lift capability.
If you are a credible, consultative leader with distribution network experience and the ability to turn complex rules into clear, engaging learning solutions that deliver meaningful outcomes, this is the role for you.
Lead and develop a team of Trainer/Coaches and subject matter experts
Ensure network access and operational competency standards are robust, compliant and industry-leading
Design and deliver industry-aligned training programmes and annual coaching plans
Translate legislation, standards and operating rules into practical, engaging learning solutions
Maintain current network access procedures, operating standards and competency frameworks
Partner across engineering, operations, QHS and external industry bodies to strengthen capability
Drive continuous improvement through insight, audit outcomes and shared learning initiatives
About you
Significant previous technical experience within electricity network operations, including time spent leading others
Be recognised for strong leadership and the ability to coach, mentor and lift team performance
A deep understanding of electrical industry Health & Safety in complex, high-risk environments
Ability to build credibility and a confidence operating across both field and corporate settings
A natural communicator who can influence at all levels and translate technical detail into clear direction
Be highly organised with the ability to prioritise strategically and deliver through others
Be known for building trust, fostering collaboration and strengthening relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
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 our holiday house in Hanmer!
You might be surprised to find out that the company that brings the power to your home is innovative, inclusive, progressive, and quite good fun.