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
Making sure we get things right is critical to our success, who we are and what we do, our community relies on it. If you have expert knowledge of an underground network, where quality world-class work is top of your list, then this is the role for you.
Orion are looking for a Quality Assurance Coordinator (Underground) to plan and implement audits and inspections of contracted work for newly installed underground distribution assets, this is crucial to ensure we comply with our standards and design specifications.
Plan and conduct audits during construction, livening and after livening of required sites
Build strong relationships with internal and external parties including designers to resolve complex and technical matters
Communicate non-compliance issues to the appropriate department to ensure immediate action is taken
Ensure network construction service providers comply with our Network Design and Operating Standards and Technical Specifications
Provide support to the Network Portfolio team to collect accurate information while assisting with designs and design reviews
Report on audit completion progress and provide monthly quality governance reports
Assist with emergency work situations and attend network stand overs when required
About you
Extensive knowledge of electrical network reticulation demonstrating an understanding of electric power distribution systems with a relevant qualification in the electrical industry
Knowledge and understanding of the current safety rules and the NZ regulatory environment and how that applies to the electrical industry
Knowledge of H&S in Employment Act, Transit NZ Code of Practice for Temp Traffic Mgmt, National Code of Practice for Utility Operators' Access to Transport Corridors and Local Authority Bylaws
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to convey complex information to various audiences
A curious and inquisitive mindset with a methodical and customer centric approach to your work
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!