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
Technology is at the heart of our on-going growth and success, as we evolve into a smarter more connected energy network, we're looking for an Operational Technology (OT) Systems Engineer who's passionate about secure, resilient systems that keep our communities connected and our grid performing at its best.
This is your chance to be a part of New Zealand's energy transition, designing and supporting the communication networks that make modern electricity systems possible. You'll collaborate across teams, shape the way OT and cyber security come together and help drive our digital evolution from the ground up.
Design, implement, and maintain secure and resilient OT communication networks supporting real-time SCADA and control systems
Lead OT cyber security initiatives across the Engineering Support team in collaboration with the Data, Digital & Technology (DDT) team
Identify and mitigate network risks and support fault investigations
Develop and maintain OT network standards, documentation and training to build organisational capability
Contribute to long-term strategic initiatives, including network modernisation, automation, and the transition toward a Distributed System Operator (DSO) model
About you
Background and experience designing and supporting communications networks, ideally within utilities or critical infrastructure with a qualification in computer networking, electrical engineering, or similar field
Deep understanding of automation protocols, architectures, and security principles
Experience with OSPF networking, fibre/radio/copper mediums, and Windows or Red Hat server management
Strong problem-solving skills, and an ability to make informed decisions under pressure
A proactive mindset and a commitment to improving performance, security, and scalability
Willingness to build and develop expertise in the electricity sector where your curiosity, creativity and initiative approach will shine
A strong collaborator and team player with excellent communication skills where others can rely on you.
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!