The Top Energy Group operates throughout the Far North delivering geothermal electricity generation and electricity network operations.
Our purpose is providing affordable and sustainable energy for Far North consumers, which we are achieving by transforming the Top Energy Group into a technology-enabled energy company that generates and facilitates two-way energy flow between renewable energy generators and consumers.
We are seeking a Vegetation Control Supervisor to task and supervise a number of vegetation control crews.
Completing parcels of vegetation cutting work, so as to deliver tasks within budget, to quality requirements and with no safety incidents.
Complete Advisory duties by liaising with landowners in order to remove or minimise the risk of interference by the owner's vegetation with Top Energy's assets.
This position will report to the Field Operations Manager and will be based at our Puketona site.
Key areas of focus will be: Planning, organising and allocation of tasks to appropriately competent resources with internal and external contractors Monitoring of safety compliance through observation and audit Identify and record data regarding trees and vegetation that pose a risk to the Network's field-based assets, including the assessment of scale and impact of the risk Provide inspection and quotation services for any other tree work undertaken by the company Monitor and maintain the vegetation fleet as directed by the Field Operations Manager Training and development of the team To succeed in this role, it is essential to have strong leadership skills, with at least 3 years' experience in a Foreman role.
It is a requirement to have an Arborist Qualification or Line Mechanic Certificate, along with knowledge of the Hazard from Trees Regulations 2003.
It is also necessary for the successful candidate to have a good understanding of the Codes of Practice of Maintenance of trees around power lines, power operated elevating working platforms, health and safety in forest operations and have a thorough knowledge of the principles of electricity and earthing.
The successful candidate will hold a current full, clean Drivers Licence, as well as a Class 5 licence.
Additional skills and attributes: Performs duties with exactness and holds self to rigorous standards.
Provides honest, balanced, and constructive feedback.
Shows tact and diplomacy in dealing with others.
Willingly shares knowledge, expertise, and information with others.
Establishes unit vision and direction and motivates and inspires team Diligently carries out health and safety inspections as prescribed by organisational policy.
We provide successful candidates with: A competitive salary A relocation package and short-term accommodation offered if you are moving regions Health insurance for you and your family Access to our online wellness programme There is an expectation with this role to make yourself available for work outside of normal working hours on occasion for overtime or to assist with the daily operations of Top Energy's Network.
We have a Drug and Alcohol Workplace Policy.
Before any offer of employment is made, the short-listed candidate(s) will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical check which will include a drug and alcohol test.
Applications Close: 25 Aug 2024
