Flexibility And Market Development Lead

The way electricity is generated, used and stored in Aotearoa is changing and demand-side flexibility has an important role to play. As our Flexibility and Markets Development Lead you'll build on the work already underway developing market and commercial solutions that encourage flexibility and help us make smarter use of our network. This is a rapidly evolving area, so we're not expecting someone who already has every answer. We're looking for curiosity, fresh thinking and a genuine passion for turning ideas into practical solutions. You'll explore and pilot new approaches, strengthen relationships across the energy sector and influence how flexibility supports our network and New Zealand's energy future. If that prospect excites you, we'd love to hear from you. About us Passionate, curious, and innovative are a few words that describe our people. We are powering the future, connecting communities, and igniting innovation. Orion owns and operates the electricity distribution network that provides power to central Canterbury. As the third largest electricity distribution network in New Zealand, we cover remote rural areas, regional towns, and the city of Christchurch. We are an essential service and take our responsibilities seriously. We are community owned and working here means a career with meaning and purpose that makes a difference in your very own neighbourhood. The role Build on our flexibility programme, identifying opportunities that create value for customers, our network and the wider electricity system Develop and integrate market and commercial solutions, including pricing approaches, flexibility services and flexible connections Turn promising ideas into practical solutions that can be piloted, assessed and scaled Combine customer insight and understanding of business models to reduce barriers to participation Collaborate across the business to understand network needs, assess value and shape effective, customer-focused solutions Apply insights from local and global development, representing Orion in industry and regulatory forums to help influence future market settings Lead innovation projects from concept to delivery, managing scope, budgets, risks, reporting and outcomes About you A relevant tertiary qualification, ideally in engineering, economics or a related field A genuine interest in innovative, customer-focused energy solutions An understanding of New Zealand's electricity sector, markets and demand-side flexibility, with transferable sector experience welcomed Naturally curious and quick to understand emerging concepts, business models and industry developments Skilled at translating local and global insights into practical solutions for the business Comfortable working across teams, constructively challenging ideas and building support for change A clear, adaptable communicator who can engage and influence a range of audiences We offer Flexible working arrangements, and flexible locations with our head office in Burnside and satellite offices in Rolleston and Ferrymead Five extra days of leave a year - three days of “My Days” leave and two “Orion Days” between Christmas and New Year A broad range of workplace benefits from a wellbeing allowance to access to our holiday house in Hanmer! We are truly committed to diversity, inclusion and lifting our cultural capability. You don't need to be knowledgeable in these areas, but you do need to be on board with learning. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this job. Pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr