Tree Officer

About The Role We are looking for a Tree Officer to join our Vegetation team. This is a varied role where you'll play a key role in keeping our network safe and reliable by managing vegetation around power lines, working with landowners and customers, and supporting field crews to deliver high-quality outcomes. About The Role We are looking for a Tree Officer to join our Vegetation team. This is a varied role where you'll play a key role in keeping our network safe and reliable by managing vegetation around power lines, working with landowners and customers, and supporting field crews to deliver high-quality outcomes. You'll patrol network areas to identify vegetation risks, negotiate tree agreements with property owners, issue notices and quotations, and ensure compliance with the Electricity (Hazards from Trees) Regulations 2003. You'll also support training and coaching of field staff, carry out workplace audits, assist with work scheduling, and promote safe work practices across the business. This role offers a great mix of field-based and office-based work, giving you the opportunity to build strong relationships with customers, contractors, local authorities, and operational teams while helping deliver critical services to our communities. About You You'll be someone who enjoys working outdoors, building relationships, and finding practical solutions. You're safety-conscious, organised, and comfortable balancing technical, regulatory, and customer-facing responsibilities. To be successful, you'll have: Arboriculture qualifications Certificate in Electrical Supply (Vegetation Control) or willingness to obtain Experience working around electrical distribution networks Chainsaw experience Sound knowledge of arboriculture and vegetation management practices Understanding of the Electricity (Hazards from Trees) Regulations 2003 A full New Zealand driver's licence (heavy vehicle licence advantageous) Strong communication and negotiation skills Good computer and administration skills A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to safety The ability to build strong relationships with customers, landowners, contractors, and colleagues If you're passionate about vegetation management, enjoy working with people, and want to be part of a team that keeps communities connected, we'd love to hear from you. What’s in it for you? Make real impact across Aotearoa in a stable and future‑focused sector. At Northpower, you’ll do work that matters and powers our communities while growing your career in an organisation that genuinely cares for its people. You’ll benefit from: A people‑first culture built on safety, inclusion, and deep care, where contributions are recognised and wellbeing is supported through EAP and our award‑winning peer support network Fair and market competitive pay with a tool of trade vehicle Flexibility to tailor through additional leave and increased employer KiwiSaver contributions Life insurance and preventative health initiatives Discounted group medical cover and health and fitness programmes Discounted fuel rates plus a range of retail discounts Ongoing learning and development, with clear career pathways to help you grow, specialise, or progress A welcoming, family‑friendly workplace where people are encouraged to be themselves and feel valued About Northpower – Powering Communities Across Aotearoa Northpower is an organisation with deep regional roots and national reach. We own and operate the electricity and fibre networks across Whangārei and Kaipara, delivering essential infrastructure to more than 60,000 connected customers, while also operating one of New Zealand’s largest multi‑utility contracting businesses. From keeping the lights on today to building the infrastructure that will power tomorrow, our work spans electricity, fibre, renewables, transmission, and energy services. With more than 1,400 people across 16 locations, we act as one to support our communities, customers, clients, and critical national infrastructure across Aotearoa. What connects all of this work is real impact you can see in your community. The work you do at Northpower matters – it is seen, felt, and relied on every day. Only applicants with the right to work in New Zealand will be considered for this opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr