As a Design Planner/Estimator, you will join our Network Portfolio team to support the reliable, efficient and safe operation of our distribution network.

• Great opportunity to provide planning and estimation skills for network asset maintenance
• Grow and thrive in an innovative utility network
• We offer Full Medical, Life & Income Protection Insurance

About the team

Works Programme is a key group within the core operational groups here at WEL. As a group we always aim to deliver work within targeted times, meeting and exceeding customer expectations, with a workforce model which is capable, scalable, and adaptable to shifting demands and requirements. These goals are being challenged through a significant and positive change in the growth of Hamilton City and Waikato. This position focuses on the maintenance of substation assets as an important part of Works Programme providing innovative and collaborative services that ensure a reliable and resilient electricity supply network, resulting in a positive experience for both internal and external customers.

About the role

As a Design Planner/Estimator, you will join our Network Portfolio team to support the reliable, efficient and safe operation of our distribution network by providing structured planning and estimation support for the maintenance of our network assets, and specialised technical advice and assistance with asset renewal activities.

Combining the technical planning and distribution design skills, this role will deliver detailed planning and cost estimation for WEL’s Infrastructure in the annual programme of work. You will offer technical guidance and support internally as well as liaising and engaging with a variety of other stakeholders.

Responsibilities could include the detailed planning of:

• Regular maintenance and repairs to transformers, RMU’s, circuit breakers, earthing systems, and HV cables,
• Network switching permits and customer outage notifications for planned works,
• Customer impact assessments and coordination for distribution equipment outages for maintenance and testing,
• Asset replacement and network development projects.

Skills and experience

• An appropriate technical qualification that is supported by practical experience – electrical trade qualification (Line Mechanic/Electrical Fitter/Technician), NZCE equivalent, or equivalent experience
• Three years’ experience in the distribution network environment – knowledge of the WEL distribution network would be an advantage
• A proven commitment to safety in your work
• Knowledge of Safety in Design and delivery principles for distribution networks
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and general computer literacy

Staff Benefits

At WEL, we look after our people – from full medical, life and income protection insurance cover, and a variety of flexible working options, to the safest equipment and plenty of upskilling opportunities. We will also help you with relocation expenses when moving into the Waikato.

We are committed to making sure our people go home safe every day, and with a drug and alcohol-free worksite we will require you to undertake testing as part of your pre-employment health assessment as well as participating in our annual health assessment programme.

About WEL Networks

WEL Networks is unique. We’ve been serving the Waikato for over 100 years, distributing electricity from the national grid so we can power over 100,000 homes and businesses.

With over 320 employees, we’re proudly based in Hamilton and are owned by the community we work for. We play an important role in the region's economic and social development by identifying and investing in new technologies to future-proof our region – and keep our communities flourishing.

How to Apply

At WEL we value diversity and innovation, and we want extraordinary people with vision to join us. It is important to us that we get to experience a little bit of the ‘real you’ in your application. Apply now with your CV and please take the time in a cover letter to tell us what really floats your boat – what sets you apart, why you want to be a part of our team and some of your proudest achievements.

View the full position description for more details and if this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please apply!

Although we are really keen to fill this role - it is crucial we find the right fit for WEL, so we are prepared to close applications early, or leave the role open until we find the right person.