Project Engineer

Lead capital & maintenance projects in a trusted regional network

• Enjoy work-life balance in stunning coastal Oamaru in the South Island
• Supportive team culture, development & health insurance provided

If you're experienced, proactive, and keen to contribute to safe and reliable network infrastructure, this is a fantastic opportunity. This organisation invests in modern practices, flexible working, staff wellbeing, and offer the kind of supportive culture you don't often find in larger centres.

And Oamaru? Affordable housing, no traffic, mountains and sea within easy reach - it's an unbeatable lifestyle!

About the Role

As Project Engineer, you'll lead the design, delivery, and management of capital and maintenance projects. You'll work closely with internal teams, contractors, and customers to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to high standards. In this role you will:

• Complete detailed design and engineering for assigned projects
• Manage tenders, contracts, budgets, and financial reporting
• Coordinate with internal delivery teams and external specialists
• Apply Safety-by-Design principles throughout all project stages
• Support continuous improvement of engineering standards and processes
• Build positive relationships across teams, contractors, and customers

You'll bring a mix of technical competency, practical project experience, and strong interpersonal skills. You stay calm under pressure, communicate well, and enjoy working collaboratively. You'll ideally have:

• 5+ years in the electricity distribution, transmission, or generation sector
• Proven electrical design and project management experience
• Knowledge of industry rules, regulations, and safe work practices
• Experience with estimating, tendering, and contractor management
• A commitment to safety and quality
• EWRB registration or Engineers NZ membership (advantageous)

• Supportive, genuinely people-first culture
• Company-paid health insurance
• Flexible working and ongoing development opportunities
• A chance to contribute to meaningful regional infrastructure
• A relaxed lifestyle without compromising your career

I encourage you to apply early - applications will be reviewed as they come in.

lily.m@stellarrecruitment.co.nz