Work organisation wide, on transformative enterprise projectsLead our change management practiceWork on (and in) the organisation to lead changeDrive change within the organisation to deliver outcomes through your expertise in change management.Our 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.At the forefront of the energy sector, Transpower is the regulated state-owned enterprise that owns and operates the national electricity transmission system. With over $5 billion in critical infrastructure assets, we play a pivotal role in connecting electricity generators to users and distribution networks across Aotearoa, New Zealand.Our ContextWith a capital work programme forecast to double in throughput by 2030 and an increase in our employee numbers from ~900-~1300, we need an estimated 50% uplift in throughput across the organisation to achieve our goals. Enterprise initiatives and programmes of work are well underway to achieve this.About the teamThe Innovation and Strategic Change team is positioned at the centre of the organisation and is accountable for developing and delivering the enterprise programme of work which drives organisation efficiency. The team is small, expert, focused, and well sponsored to lead the programme of enterprise change. They are accountable for both the innovation and change practices to support this programme. In addition, the team supports innovations and changes within the Divisions of the organisation, as they are seen as the experts and bring expert practices and processes.The Opportunity - a new roleAs our Strategic Change Lead, you will establish and lead our change management practice and define the change management processes, tools, and methodologies. As the change leader at Transpower you will bring together the community of change managers and direct the practice.In addition to accountability for change management practice leadership, you will work on identified organisation change programmes or projects to deliver change outcomes.You will partner with Executive General Managers and their senior leaders to support their respective change programmes or projects. Working with the Head of Innovation & Strategic Change, together you will foster a culture of driving for performance outcomes, change agility, and innovation.This is a career defining role in an organisation central to achieving New Zealand's net-zero carbon goals. If you are seeking professional challenge to drive outcomes and enjoy working collaboratively with people who are really smart professionals in their field, and driven by a common purpose, then this role is for you.The interesting work you'll be involved in, over the next few years will include:Leading the change management element of our End-to-End Programme which is tasked with accelerating work throughput to support our growing capital programme with 20 initiatives across the business.Supporting change management of the Enterprise Business Capability programme, the objective of which is to re-engineer core business processes and implement an Enterprise Resource Planning system.Establish the change management practice community and design and implement the change management "playbook" for Transpower.What will you bring?You'll have held roles in large organisations, working at an enterprise level to drive change and build change management capability. You will be known for being calm, considered, credible, have an engaging style, and ability to deliver outcomes.Outstanding communication skills to present complex information clearly and simply, tailoring communications to meet the audience needs, coupled with strong interpersonal skills to foster stakeholder relationships, influencing, partnering, and coaching will see you have impact from day one.Your expertise will be underpinned by a commercial qualification and experience.Your CV and cover letter will clearly demonstrate:Demonstrated change management expertise and extensive (depth and breadth) experience in the application of change management to deliver business benefits.Proven experience in developing and applying change management frameworks, practices, processes, standards, systems, and tools.A sound understanding and extensive knowledge of contemporary change management models and practices, processes, and tools.A track record of delivering results at pace (don't be afraid to share metrics in your resume - we are a facts and evidence-based organisation).This role leads through influence rather than line management, so whilst people leadership experience is advantageous, leading through influence is key!Join us at Transpower!Aotearoa, New Zealand 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. This is your opportunity to join us on a mission that affects all New Zealanders, the planet, and the economy.With over 28 nationalities, our people provide diverse perspectives, knowledge, and deep and varied experience which they love to share and which we celebrate. We work in the office or on-site for a minimum of three days each week, which helps us build and maintain relationships, support learning, deliver outcomes, and sustain our culture. This approach also offers staff the flexibility they need for both work and personal commitments, with adaptable daily start and finish times.We prioritise employee wellbeing with a range of health and wellness benefits.Next StepsTo understand more about us - check out our Integrated Report and to take ownership of this new and exciting role, please review the position description via our careers website https://careers.transpower.co.nz/search and apply without delay.Role closes Sunday 8th December 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and conversations will commence prior to the close date, with reasonable accommodation to suit your personal circumstances, including your preferred start date in 2025.Existing eligibility to work in Aotearoa New Zealand is required.Expertise: Business Analysis, Consulting & Strategy, Learning & Development, Project ManagementJob level(s): ExperiencedWork type(s): Permanent Full TimeInterested in knowing more, and seeing our Wellington head office? Watch a brief video here.
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