Delivery Manager - Construction

Northpower
NZ - Manawatu-Wanganui - Whanganui
April 16, 2025

We are excited to announce an excellent opportunity based in Palmerston North, created as a result of work we've secured with Powerco.

The Role:

We are looking for an experienced Delivery Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the Palmerston North field services team, ensuring service, cost, quality, and safety objectives are met.

As the Delivery Manager, you'll oversee the efficient operation and performance of the field services in Palmerston North, supported by a skilled team. You will assist the Operations Manager in delivering strategic objectives, growing a profitable, sustainable, and competitive contracting business, and contributing to the development of annual budget forecasts.

In this role, you will:

Manage the Palmerston North field services team to ensure service, cost, quality, and safety objectives are achieved.
Lead and motivate a team of direct reports and their teams to perform efficiently and meet customer satisfaction goals.
Support the Operations Manager in delivering strategic business objectives.
Assist in growing a sustainable and competitive contracting business for Powerco.
Contribute to the development of annual budget forecasts and ensure the team operates within budget.
Uphold safety standards and ensure compliance with company procedures.
What's in it for you?

This is a career-defining opportunity where you will have the chance to showcase the full breadth of your skills while working with a talented, capable, and highly motivated team.

In return for your leadership, you'll enjoy:

A competitive remuneration package
Full use of a private vehicle for business purposes
A friendly and supportive work environment, where people are valued and appreciated
Opportunities for professional growth and career development
Access to an in-house well-being programme, with initiatives such as group discounted medical insurance
About You:

We are looking for an experienced leader with broad experience in managing field staff and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

Proven leadership capabilities with a demonstrated ability to lead teams towards achieving business goals
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Sound financial knowledge and strategic thinking
A commitment to safety and high standards of performance
Experience and current involvement in the electricity supply industry is highly advantageous.
About Us

Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.

Northpower is one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements.

We have over 1,400 staff working together across 14 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.

Get in touch!

If you're looking to take the next step in your career, feel inspired to join a value-based culture of care and an employer who fosters an innovative environment where professional development is supported. Direct your profile into our careers website and search for #Req 1521.

Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early!

Pre-employment checks may include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.

Northpower has an in-house recruitment team who manage recruitment for all our vacancies. If you're interested in a role with us, we would encourage you to apply directly online to us, as we don't accept candidates via agency (unless the role is advertised by the agency at our request).
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