Switching Operator & Planner

Description

Summary: This exciting full-time role involves assisting with planning and implementing planned switching for projects and resources, making a real impact within the energy infrastructure sector. Highlights: 1. Comprehensive Health Insurance & Life/Disability Cover 2. Enhanced Parental Leave & Birthday Leave 3. Career Advancement Opportunities & Long Service Rewards • Based in Albany • Comprehensive Health Insurance. • Life & Disability Cover • Generous KiwiSaver Contributions. • Enhanced Parental Leave. • Birthday Leave. • Long Service Rewards. • Career Advancement Opportunities. • Be a part of a Great Team. • Full-time, permanent contract with a minimum of 40 hours guaranteed per week • Monday – Friday About the Role Looking for your next big opportunity? We’ve got an exciting Switching Operator & Planner role just for you! In this position, you’ll get to assist with the planning and implementation of planned switching for the Projects/ Resources team, making a real impact. The successful candidate will work on key responsibilities like: • Carrying out network operational HV switching. • Writing and checking switching documents for planned shutdowns. • Working with internal staff to improve job planning efficiency. • Working with customers/EOC to ensure the desired result for each job. • Using industry knowledge to assist with the organising and pre-checking of switching schedules prior to carrying out switching operations. • Identifying and reporting any unscheduled work to enable recording of unsafe or non-functional network equipment. • Dealing with SCADA updates and corrections to Vector SCADA. • Interpreting the switching request and working with supervisors and managers to ensure suitable outcomes. • Understand and comply with your obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and all associated regulations, standards, and approved codes of practice. Qualifications and Skills • Qualified and registered Line mechanic, electrician or cable jointer. • Switching training and experience. Who are we? Omexom is part of a global family of energy infrastructure services providers operating under the VINCI group which is a world leader in concessions, energy, and construction, operating in more than 120 countries worldwide. The brand network is a multi-disciplinary network, able to offer customized multi-technical, multi-site, or multi-country services. With our 1,000+ employees in 29 locations nationwide and $390M in revenue, Omexom has long-standing partnerships with Vector, Transpower, Auckland Transport, and Firstgas, while servicing our newer clients Watercare, Auckland District Health Board, Wellington Electricity, and City Rail Link Limited. In Aotearoa, Omexom is well positioned through this international network with shared values and vast resources, and a continued commitment to safety, excellence, and sustainable solutions. At Omexom, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome and encourage women, and people from diverse backgrounds to apply. How to apply If you like the sound of what we’re offering and think you are the right person for the job, we’d love to hear from you.  Hit the 'apply' button below.  Applications close on Monday 18 May 2026. Please note, that only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role. According to the Harvard Business Review, men typically apply for jobs when they meet only 60% of the qualifications, whereas women and individuals from underrepresented groups usually apply only if they meet all the criteria. We're not just about checking boxes, so if you believe you have the skills but don't meet every requirement listed, please reach out if you would like to find out more, we'd love to talk with you. Come join our amazing team and be a part of the pioneers in energy transition.