Job Description
Lead WEL’s reliability and performance
Flexible working options – 9-day fortnight, additional annual leave, etc
Awesome staff benefits, e.g. medical, life and income protection insurance
About the role
As a Network Reliability Engineer, you will lead asset reliability and performance within our Asset Management Team. WEL has gained ISO55001 Asset Management certification and we are looking for someone that can uphold these principles in our systems and processes.
You will also monitor the performance of network assets and target measurement, analysis, maintenance and asset replacement, to achieve greater asset reliability.
Responsibilities
Gather and interpret reliability and fault cause data to assist in preventative maintenance and asset replacement strategies
Create asset management plans and strategies for all major asset groups
Work collaboratively with and help guide the team in creating maintenance plans that align with the Reliability Centered Maintenance principles and methodology
Develop business cases to resolve network performance issues and assist with the updating of the Asset Management Plan
Skills and experience
A strong understanding of the principles underpinning ISO55001
5-10 years’ experience in strategically delivering predictive and preventative engineering in a power system environment
Proven reliability engineering know-how
Knowledge of the distribution network industry
An appropriate tertiary qualification
Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities
Best-in-class benefits
At WEL, we look after our people, and you’ll benefit from a powerful package of benefits:
Medical, life and income protection insurance
Flexible working options – ability to purchase additional annual leave, 9-day fortnight, and much more
Relocation costs, and
An excellent salary package, including annual salary reviews
We are committed to making sure our people go home safe every day, and with a drug and alcohol-free worksite, we will require you to undertake testing as part of your pre-employment health assessment as well as participating in our annual health assessment programme.
About WEL Networks
WEL Networks is unique. We’ve been serving the Waikato for over 100 years, distributing electricity from the national grid so we can power over 100,000 homes and businesses.
With around 320 employees, we’re proudly based in Hamilton and are owned by the community we work for. We play an important role in the region's economic and social development by identifying and investing in new technologies to future-proof our region – and keep our communities flourishing. Our vision is bold. And our ambition even stronger, especially as we diversify from traditional ‘poles and lines’ to an innovative and sustainable business.
Ready to learn more? Start here.
We actively value diversity, inclusion and want extraordinary people to join us. It is important to us that we get to experience a little bit of the 'real you' in your application. Check out the full position description for more details.
Applications will be screened as they arrive, and we may move quickly to interview
Flexible working options – 9-day fortnight, additional annual leave, etc
Awesome staff benefits, e.g. medical, life and income protection insurance
About the role
As a Network Reliability Engineer, you will lead asset reliability and performance within our Asset Management Team. WEL has gained ISO55001 Asset Management certification and we are looking for someone that can uphold these principles in our systems and processes.
You will also monitor the performance of network assets and target measurement, analysis, maintenance and asset replacement, to achieve greater asset reliability.
Responsibilities
Gather and interpret reliability and fault cause data to assist in preventative maintenance and asset replacement strategies
Create asset management plans and strategies for all major asset groups
Work collaboratively with and help guide the team in creating maintenance plans that align with the Reliability Centered Maintenance principles and methodology
Develop business cases to resolve network performance issues and assist with the updating of the Asset Management Plan
Skills and experience
A strong understanding of the principles underpinning ISO55001
5-10 years’ experience in strategically delivering predictive and preventative engineering in a power system environment
Proven reliability engineering know-how
Knowledge of the distribution network industry
An appropriate tertiary qualification
Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities
Best-in-class benefits
At WEL, we look after our people, and you’ll benefit from a powerful package of benefits:
Medical, life and income protection insurance
Flexible working options – ability to purchase additional annual leave, 9-day fortnight, and much more
Relocation costs, and
An excellent salary package, including annual salary reviews
We are committed to making sure our people go home safe every day, and with a drug and alcohol-free worksite, we will require you to undertake testing as part of your pre-employment health assessment as well as participating in our annual health assessment programme.
About WEL Networks
WEL Networks is unique. We’ve been serving the Waikato for over 100 years, distributing electricity from the national grid so we can power over 100,000 homes and businesses.
With around 320 employees, we’re proudly based in Hamilton and are owned by the community we work for. We play an important role in the region's economic and social development by identifying and investing in new technologies to future-proof our region – and keep our communities flourishing. Our vision is bold. And our ambition even stronger, especially as we diversify from traditional ‘poles and lines’ to an innovative and sustainable business.
Ready to learn more? Start here.
We actively value diversity, inclusion and want extraordinary people to join us. It is important to us that we get to experience a little bit of the 'real you' in your application. Check out the full position description for more details.
Applications will be screened as they arrive, and we may move quickly to interview
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Network Reliability Engineer position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Hamilton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
