Fluid Recruitment is proud to exclusively partner with Aurora Energy in its search for a newly created Operational Practices Lead to join the Operational Performance and Safety Team. The Company Aurora Energy is putting significant investment into its networks throughout the Otago region. It's an exciting time with Aurora working hard to support the community's future growth! With Aurora working as one team and being solutions focused, if your ideal role is one where you can add value and make your mark by embracing a strategic approach and industry best practice then this is the role for you! The Role A newly created role, you will be responsible for further developing Aurora's work management practices. This will see you supporting the Network Operations Centre in managing risk, ensuring it operates efficiently and in line with industry best practice. Reporting to the Operational Performance and Safety Manager, you will work to develop process frameworks, systems and documentation that inform how the network is operated and accessed. In doing so, you will work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders including within NOC, Service Delivery, and with training professionals. About You Eager to utilise your strong operational knowledge, you'll have risk management experience within an electrical distribution environment, understanding what informs industry best practice. This will see you having extensive exposure to operating the network or being degree qualified and working within an engineering function that supports real time operations. With a desire for continuous improvement and an effective communicator, you'll likely have experience in developing new practices, have contributed to evolving documentation, and / or been involved in training others. The Opportunity This role presents a great opportunity to play a significant part in the uplift of Aurora's operational maturity. A recognised area of growth, you will have the backing of the business and work with a range of subject matter experts while delivering improvement, giving the opportunity to broaden your exposure within the industry. Joining a supportive employer, Aurora provides: A hybrid flexible work policy & lifestyle leave optionsAdditional KiwiSaver contributionsOngoing support for professional development & training with support for those seeking chartershipWell-being programmesExclusive employee discounts across 40 storesDiscounted medical insurance policiesNot in Dunedin? Relocation support is on offer. Dunedin offers a balanced lifestyle ideal for everyone, including those seeking an adventure or raising a family. As well as a variety of recognised schools within short travel, Dunedin is home to The University of Otago, perfect for those seeking further professional development opportunities. Apply We see diversity as a strength and welcome applications from anyone who has what it takes, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or background. For a confidential discussion around this position please call Tom Stevens. Alternatively, please submit your resume and details the 'apply' button. All shortlisted candidates will receive a full position description to review. Tom Stevens Manager - Engineering Fluid Recruitment ********