HV Substations Delivery Manager

HV Substations Delivery Manager – Auckland

Full-Time | Power / Infrastructure / Utilities

Overview: Join a powerhouse in New Zealand’s energy sector. We are looking for a dependable, hands-on HV Substations Delivery Manager to lead the construction and maintenance of critical high-voltage infrastructure on the Vector Network. This is a key leadership role that ensures safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of substation projects.

As HV Substations Delivery Manager, you will oversee the end-to-end delivery of substation maintenance and construction projects—from planning and procurement to execution and close-out. You’ll be responsible for:

• Managing diverse site teams including supervisors, electricians, substation maintainers, and apprentices.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.
• Overseeing maintenance scheduling, risk management, procurement, and reporting.
• Ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements, client specifications, and industry standards.
• Driving continuous improvement in substation delivery processes.

• Proven experience delivering high-voltage substation construction or maintenance in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of substation design, operations, commissioning, and maintenance.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• Relevant trade or engineering qualification (Electrical Engineering preferred).

• A NZ-registered Electrician, Electrical Fitter, or Line Mechanic with an HV switching ticket
• Experienced—minimum 5 years—in HV substation work (11kV–220kV), ideally with supervisory background.
• Technically sharp, with deep knowledge of HSE legislation and HV substation practices.
• EWRB Registered or degree-qualified with HV certifications (First Aid, Electrical Safety, HV Cert).
• Full valid driver’s licence.

• Be part of a values-driven organisation committed to safety, people, and innovation.
• Work on nationally significant HV infrastructure projects using modern technologies.
• Enjoy career development support, technical training, and long-term progression pathways.
• Competitive salary package + benefits.
• Make your mark in Auckland’s energy future.