Join a small, collaborative expert team integral to the power system's ability to keep the lights on for homes, business & communities across the motu. Transpower owns and operates the national grid, a critical utility that runs the full length of New Zealand from Kaikohe to Bluff. As System Operator, we operate the wholesale electricity market and ensure supply (provided by generators) matches demand (by electricity users). We are also responsible for ensuring New Zealand's electricity system is reliable, competitive, and innovative as we play an integral role in the planning of New Zealand's electricity future. Our core purpose is to empower the energy future for New Zealand - a future that delivers a net-zero carbon economy and a reliable and secure electricity system. About the team The Market Services group supports real-time delivery of the System Operator service and provides information to enable a market response to evolving conditions, including risks to security of supply, procuring specialist market products (such as ancillary services), and supports stakeholder engagement with the System Operator. The group also contributes to market development initiatives and is responsible for System Operator strategy, performance, reporting, and regulatory contract management. This is a great opportunity to join us and work in a complex, stimulating environment that provides a unique and essential service to Aotearoa New Zealand. It's an exciting time for the industry as we support our country's decarbonisation journey. You will be joining a collaborative and expert team who are integral to the power system's ability to keep the lights on for homes, business, and communities across the motu. Taking on a key role in the group, you'll draw on commercial and contractual acumen, excellent planning, communication and stakeholder management skills, and your strategic future-focus to lead a small team at the heart of Transpower's system operator service. Externally, you will work with a range of stakeholders, including regulators, service providers, and contractual counterparties. Internally, you and your team will partner across the wider Market Services group and other System Operator teams to coordinate commercial and contractual arrangements, including with the Electricity Authority and a range of ancillary services providers. With focus on leading the delivery of the System Operator service strategy, business planning and performance reporting, and coordinating engagements with market participants, you and your team will ensure System Operator information and documentation is accessible, useful, and current, supporting wide participation in electricity markets for energy and ancillary services. You will also provide administrative support to the wider Market Services group, including planning and tracking strategic initiatives, business and operating plans, contractual reporting, and website content. Whilst preferably and ideally Wellington based, for the ideal candidate, we are open to considering other locations where Transpower has an office. To be considered, your CV and cover letter will demonstrate: 8+ years' experience in roles that include board reporting, executive engagement, and managing complex programmes of work. Significant stakeholder and relationship management skills, ideally including interfacing with senior executives, regulators, government bodies, etc. Excellent clear and concise verbal and written communication skills, including the production of formal reports to board level. Proven ability to manage a large high value contract, coupled with astute commercial relationship and negotiation skills. Navigating complex corporate environments using a combination of relationships and process, including driving continuous improvement. Tertiary degree in business, commerce, engineering, law or related discipline and relevant professional experience and/or equivalent experience. While not essential, knowledge of the Aotearoa New Zealand electricity market and system and an understanding of the key issues impacting the electricity industry, market, and security of supply would be advantageous. Join us at Transpower Aotearoa is powered by the people who work here. Every home, every marae, every electric vehicle, every hospital relies on the electricity we manage and deliver. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace diversity. Our people are made up of over 28 nationalities which makes for a dynamic and stimulating environment. Our benefits include a range of health and lifestyle options to support your wellbeing. View them here: Transpower Benefits Next Steps If you're ready to join a great team and put your analytical skills to the test, please review the position description via our careers site and apply without delay. Role closes Monday 22nd July. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and initial conversations may take place prior to the closing date. Existing eligibility to work in New Zealand is preferred and will be prioritised. #J-18808-Ljbffr
