Senior Engineer - Asset and Delivery in Whakatane at Horizon Energy Group

Whakatne or Auckland based
Full-time Permanent | 40 hours per week

About Company

At Horizon Networks we do more than just keep the lights on we manage the network that powers homes, businesses, and communities across the Eastern Bay of Plenty. As the region's trusted electricity distribution provider, we're the team behind the poles, wires and systems that keep life moving. From network design, engineering and asset management to managing the impacts of climate change and enabling electrification, our people are committed to supporting sustainable power across the communities we serve. Horizon Networks is accredited to ISO 55001, demonstrating our commitment to internationally recognised asset management practices and continuous improvement. Horizon Networks is proud to be a member of the Horizon Energy Group, which 100% locally owned by Trust Horizon.

About Role

As the Senior Engineer Asset and Delivery, you will provide senior technical leadership across asset lifecycle management, network asset engineering, investigations, quality assurance, renewal planning, and project delivery support. You will play an instrumental role in ensuring our Asset Management Systems are current, effective, and aligned with ISO 55001 requirements.

Key responsibilities include:
Leading asset lifecycle investigations, technical assessments, and corrective actions.
Supporting renewal planning, maintenance strategies, and investment decisions across network assets.
Developing and maintaining technical standards, engineering requirements, and asset management procedures.
Providing technical oversight and quality assurance across delivered works and project activities.
Supporting asset reliability improvement initiatives and asset performance analysis.
Leading or supporting new technology trials and continuous improvement initiatives.
Mentoring and providing technical guidance across the wider business.

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
Bachelor's degree or postgraduate qualification in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related discipline; and OR At least 10 years' experience in asset management, maintenance, engineering, renewal planning, or network delivery.
Strong technical understanding of electricity distribution networks and assets.
Experience preparing business cases, project briefs, investment analysis, or regulatory evidence.
Strong analytical, technical, and written communication skills.
Current driver licence or ability to obtain a NZ driver licence.

Desirable experience includes:
Chartered Professional Engineer status or working towards registration.
Experience with GIS, asset management systems, Power BI, or similar systems.
Understanding of ISO 55001 asset management systems.

What's in it for you?
Relocation Support (if required)

Career development working alongside a highly experienced technical team.

Life & critical illness insurance.

Paid birthday leave.

Wellness Benefits including health checks, flu jabs, EAP

Corporate Discounts

Free Parking

The opportunity to contribute to the resilience and future sustainability of critical electricity infrastructure.

We're looking for someone who not only brings strong technical capability, but also lives our SWITCH values:

Sustainability supporting long-term, resilient solutions.
Winning taking ownership and delivering results.
Innovation improving the way we work.
Trust acting with integrity and teamwork.
Customer Focus delivering great outcomes for customers.
Health & Safety putting safety first, always.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

If you're ready to make an impact and help shape the future of electricity distribution, apply now.