Based in the vibrant coastal town of Oamaru, our core business is bringing electricity from the national grid to over 13,000 connected customers in North Otago and parts of South Canterbury. Network Waitaki provide innovative energy solutions to our customers, as well as providing electrical construction and maintenance services across New Zealand
We value our people and invest in their success through flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and company health insurance. Our culture is built on teamwork, care, and a deep love for our region.
About the role:
Lead the transformation of our operational technology systems as we advance toward a smarter, more sustainable energy grid. You'll oversee SCADA and Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS), enhancing network reliability and efficiency while helping shape the energy future of our region.
Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you'll maintain and enhance our smart grid infrastructure, support real-time systems, and champion continuous improvement across our operational technology environment. Your role encompasses administering our ADMS, configuring Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) and SCADA controls, leading communications infrastructure implementation, ensuring data integrity and system reliability.
What You Need to Succeed:
Essential
- Tertiary qualification in Engineering
- Minimum 2 years' experience with ADMS and/or SCADA systems
Desirable
- Electrical Registration
- Experience in database querying
- Experience with communication networks and SCADA protocols
The Ideal Candidate
- Demonstrated experience supporting or delivering operational technology (OT) – SCADA and/or ADMS
- Knowledge of the New Zealand electricity distribution sector or related industry experience
- Solid understanding of real-time systems, data integration, and field device communications
- Proficient in SCADA systems and common protocols such as DNP3, Modbus, and IEC 61850
- Experience in integrating network models and asset data into OT platforms
- Strong collaborator who works effectively across technical and operational teams
- Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills, with a practical, solutions-focused mindset
- Committed to delivering secure, reliable, and future-ready OT environments through continuous improvement
Our Values
- We care about our People
- We are one Team
- We love our Region
- We are Future Thinking
What we offer
Compensation & benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Company health insurance
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
- Professional development opportunities
Lifestyle & Culture
- Make genuine impact in a business that powers our local community
- Enjoy the Waitaki lifestyle with stunning scenery, excellent schools, and welcoming community
- Work in a values-driven, collaborative environment where safety and service come first
- Join a diverse, inclusive workplace that celebrates different perspectives and backgrounds
Further details:
This is a full-time, permanent position.
To see the full job description please click here!
For further information or a confidential chat please contact: careers@networkwaitaki.co.nz
Please note, you will need to undertake pre-employment medical and Ministry of Justice checks, and you must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.