Team Leader Technical (Stewart Island)

If you love the outdoors with the bush and beach right at your back door, this is an outstanding opportunity to live on Stewart Island and join the PowerNet Field Team West in the exciting and rewarding role of Team Leader Technical (Stewart Island), based at the Stewart Island Power Station.

The Stewart Island Power Station is unique on our network. As the Team Leader you will report to the Technical Supervisor, and be responsible for leading a team of Electricians, Line Mechanics and Apprentices. As a team you will undertake:

• Regular maintenance and monitoring of the diesel generator sets
• Construction and maintenance of the overhead and underground distribution network
• Maintain the station buildings, street lighting and metering
• Liaison with our customers, including new customer connections 
• Participate on the fault response roster

This requires excellent people leadership, project planning and proven work delivery skills.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, challenging industry that’s critical to New Zealand’s future while living in southern New Zealand. Here you’ll be able to enjoy the wonderful lifestyle and community opportunities that the Stewart Island offers in one of New Zealand’s most scenic regions.

This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday plus overtime and rostered on call.

About You – Skills and Experience

You will be a highly motivated individual who has a pragmatic, flexible and adaptable team approach, along with the passion to grow and develop at PowerNet.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is a natural leader of people, who understands the benefits of great leadership.
• Holds a National Certificate in Electrical Supply Level 4 or equivalent.
• Has a current EWRB electrical registration and practicing licence.
• Has at least 5 years recent experience in the electrical distribution industry
• Is innovative, and capable of using new technology to improve the way things are done.
• Is competent to hold a PowerNet Network Access criteria (NAC)
• Demonstrates good working relationships with other team members, customers, and contractors.
• Holds a current class 1 drivers licence.
• Has a current working knowledge of the industry’s safety regulations.

Who is PowerNet?

We are New Zealand’s fourth largest electricity network management company, responsible for managing five electricity networks across the diverse and spectacular lower South Island. We pride ourselves on delivering safe, efficient, and reliable power to our communities across the lower South Island.

Being an essential service in a growing industry, we view the future positively. Our progression and innovation are at the forefront of our business. We are committed to discovering more about emerging technologies to better understand the benefits these can have for our customers, communities, and network.

What PowerNet Offers:

Here at PowerNet, our people are our most valuable asset. We strive to provide a caring team environment, a balanced approach to work and personal life, while encouraging professional and personal growth for everyone.

Here's how we do it…

• Competitive remuneration
• 5 Weeks of annual leave each year.
• Fully subsidised Southern Cross health insurance and Death & Disability insurance
• A comprehensive health & wellbeing program
• A fantastic team environment
• A supportive work environment with professional development opportunities
• A 9-day fortnight option (enjoy a three-day weekend every two weeks)
• Relocation benefits

How to Apply:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, genders, and communities. We provide a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, celebrating differences.

If you’re ready to be part of our highly skilled technical field team at PowerNet, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today at www.powernet.co.nz/careers/ by submitting your CV and a cover letter. 

Applications close Sunday 31 August 2025 but may be assessed as they are received. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.