Control Room Operator - Electricity (18months fixed term) at Firstgas

Gisborne, Gisborne, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Network Control, Electricity Distribution, Switching Operations, Permit Documentation, Emergency Response, Communication Skills, SAIDI & SAIFI Measurement, Legislative Compliance

Industry

Utilities

Description

Company Description Join the Firstlight Network crew and fill your workday with good energy and great people. Job Description He aha tau mahi? - What will you do? As a Control Room Operator for our electricity team, you can expect to work alongside our talented team to ensure the safe and reliable management of the electricity distribution, transmission and network connected generation assets. In this fixed term role, you can expect to: managing the day-to-day operation/control of the Network, (including Transmission, Distribution and Generation assets). managing authorised/approved party access and interaction with the distribution network assets; and managing and completing all of the processes, documentation and activities for Action Switching and Work applications received from authorised/approved employees and contractors. As a member of the Electricity Control Room team, you will participate in the Network Control Duty Roster and support emergency response. Qualifications Ka mau matou I enei pukenga - What we're looking for: As well as being a great team player who is passionate about what you do, you will have: Superior communication skills A desire to learn, develop and share knowledge NZCE or equivalent tertiary qualification Accreditation in the NZQA Standards for Network Controllers. Proven experience and skills in the Electricity distribution industry including in operating overhead and underground network and generation assets in both urban and rural areas. An excellent understanding of electricity network control operations, switching and permit documentation, SAIDI & SAIFI reliability measurements. A current understanding of relevant Legislation. Additional Information Ko te aha nga hua o tenei mahi? - What can we offer you? On offer is an exciting role within a dynamic company and a competitive remuneration and benefits package. Grow your career in an environment that places high emphasis on staff development and wellbeing. Whakauru mai! - Apply Now! Apply online, applications close on Sunday 7 June 2026. To get a copy of the Job Description please email [email protected]. Department: Operations

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day operation and control of electricity transmission, distribution, and generation assets. Handle authorized party access, action switching, and work applications while supporting emergency responses.