Site Lead

Site Lead – Maraetai & Waipapapa Power Stations Site Lead for our Maraetai & Waipapapa Power Stations Mercury is a bold future‑focused organisation, providing energy and telecommunications to more Kiwis than anyone else, leading the way with renewable energy and working toward a sustainable future. At the heart is our purpose – taking care of tomorrow: connecting people and place today. Our Opportunity We have an opportunity to join the Hydro Operations Lead Team. In this role as Site Lead you will be predominantly site based, taking ownership of Maraetai and Waipapa Power Stations through leadership to maintain health & safety, budgets, maximise availability and enabling Mercury to be the best electrical generator. You'll work closely with the Hydro leadership group and members of the wider generation Leadership Team, sharing ideas to improve site operations and maintenance, recommending, supporting and implementing continuous improvement activities. You will be an active part of our safety intelligence program, every day – safety is what enables us to protect one another, our communities and the taiao (environment) we work with. It powers us to act as kaitiakitanga (guardianship) and move us forward with thought and care at each moment. What you’ll be doing Lead, develop and mentor a collaborative team (both direct reports and indirect), ensuring the wellbeing of all involved on your sites Lead from the front creating a culture of care with health, safety, dam safety and environmental compliance Lead or contribute to comprehensive asset risk assessments to identify, evaluate, and mitigate potential risks, ensuring the reliability and safety of site operations Manage work prioritisation of routine maintenance using CMMS, including ensuring backlogs are managed Operational management and development of site‑based budgeting Oversee asset management ensuring the units are reliable and available Sponsorship and prioritisation of project works Manage and grow relationships with key stakeholders We are looking for Bachelor of Engineering or NZCE Electrical or Mechanical (or equivalent) Significant experience in plant operations, process control or maintenance in heavy industry Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and lead a team Proficient in maintenance systems and business practices, including budget control Mercury offers Additional 5 days leave per annum (MyDays) $400 one‑off tax‑free payment towards setting up your home office Offers on electricity and telco – if you’re a Mercury customer, you can enjoy great discounts on your bill A diverse workplace where your unique abilities and talents will be recognised and encouraged Annual salary reviews with excellent parental leave policy, with the option to purchase additional leave The opportunities, career paths and facilities associated with working for one of New Zealand's largest multi‑utility providers Discounted health insurance and free life and income insurance Excellent well‑being programme including up to $100 annual check‑ups and a confidential assistance programme Gender affirmation leave and supportive bereavement leave for loss of anyone close to you, including your pet Applications close Friday, 10th July at 5:00pm. #J-18808-Ljbffr