Job Description
Understand our People, Process and Tech needs in Operations
Engage with business stakeholders to understand evolving needs
Develop the capability roadmap for critical operations
Collaborate broadly across the Transmission System Operator. Analyse needs and the required capability to support delivery of strategic outcomes!
Transpower's purpose is to empower the energy future for New Zealand - a future that delivers a net-zero carbon economy and a reliable and secure electricity system.
About the team
Our Operations Process and Technology Improvement (OPTI) group supports the Operations division to deliver solutions required to manage the real time power system and prepare for an increasingly electrified future: https://www.transpower.co.nz/system-operator/our-system-operator-role
The group plays an essential role in proactively identifying the critical capabilities, skills, resources, and support needed to meet current and future operational needs. They are working to optimise planning and investment decisions across key tools and processes (including SCADA applications, market systems, real time systems, and real time asset management technologies) utilised by our control rooms and other areas of Transpower.
The OPTI Capability and Capital Planning team creates and maintains a relevant capability model and the assessment of the maturity level for Operations agreed by the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). The team maintains the capability roadmap, a forward looking workplan across Operations, working closely with our information Services and Technology division, to have a joined-up investment plan to deliver the long-term business outcomes for the division.
The opportunity
In this new role, supporting the Capability and Capital Planning Manager, you'll contribute to the creation and maintenance of a relevant capability model for the Operations capability and capital plan. You'll provide capability modelling and planning analysis across the division and the transmission systems portfolio, driving a capability uplift roadmap to develop and mature the capabilities required to meet both present and future business needs.
You'll also contribute to ongoing delivery and improvement of operational performance.
What will you bring?
With at least three years of experience engaging a broad range of stakeholders, along with expertise in planning, scheduling and analysis in complex organisations, you'll be known for your problem-solving and decision-making skills!
To be considered, your CV and cover letter will demonstrate:
Understanding of business architecture and process architecture.
Demonstrated ability to plan and schedule portfolios of work across multiple stakeholders and groups.
Outstanding written and verbal communication and relationship management skills.
A commitment to delivering high-quality products/services and continuous improvement.
A relevant tertiary qualification and/or equivalent experience.
While not essential, familiarity with EPRI Utility Business Capability model would be an advantage.
Join us at Transpower
Aotearoa is powered by the people who work here. Every home, every marae, every electric vehicle, every hospital relies on the electricity we manage and deliver. This is your opportunity to join us on a mission that affects all New Zealanders - every day and long into the future.
With over 28 nationalities, our people provide diverse perspectives, knowledge, and deep and varied experience which they love to share.
We work in the office or on-site for a minimum of three days each week, which helps us build and maintain relationships, support learning, deliver outcomes, and sustain our culture. This approach also offers staff the flexibility they need for both work and personal commitments, with adaptable daily start and finish times.
Health and wellbeing is prioritised with a great range of employee benefits including health and income protection insurance!
Next steps
To take on an exciting new role, ideally based in Wellington, or in our Hamilton or Otara Auckland offices for exceptional candidates, please review the position description on our careers site and apply with your cover letter and CV, without delay.
Role closes Wednesday 30th April; however applications will be reviewed as they are received, and you may be contacted before the close date to arrange an initial informal conversation to facilitate shortlisting.
Existing eligibility to work in New Zealand is required.
Engage with business stakeholders to understand evolving needs
Develop the capability roadmap for critical operations
Collaborate broadly across the Transmission System Operator. Analyse needs and the required capability to support delivery of strategic outcomes!
Transpower's purpose is to empower the energy future for New Zealand - a future that delivers a net-zero carbon economy and a reliable and secure electricity system.
About the team
Our Operations Process and Technology Improvement (OPTI) group supports the Operations division to deliver solutions required to manage the real time power system and prepare for an increasingly electrified future: https://www.transpower.co.nz/system-operator/our-system-operator-role
The group plays an essential role in proactively identifying the critical capabilities, skills, resources, and support needed to meet current and future operational needs. They are working to optimise planning and investment decisions across key tools and processes (including SCADA applications, market systems, real time systems, and real time asset management technologies) utilised by our control rooms and other areas of Transpower.
The OPTI Capability and Capital Planning team creates and maintains a relevant capability model and the assessment of the maturity level for Operations agreed by the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). The team maintains the capability roadmap, a forward looking workplan across Operations, working closely with our information Services and Technology division, to have a joined-up investment plan to deliver the long-term business outcomes for the division.
The opportunity
In this new role, supporting the Capability and Capital Planning Manager, you'll contribute to the creation and maintenance of a relevant capability model for the Operations capability and capital plan. You'll provide capability modelling and planning analysis across the division and the transmission systems portfolio, driving a capability uplift roadmap to develop and mature the capabilities required to meet both present and future business needs.
You'll also contribute to ongoing delivery and improvement of operational performance.
What will you bring?
With at least three years of experience engaging a broad range of stakeholders, along with expertise in planning, scheduling and analysis in complex organisations, you'll be known for your problem-solving and decision-making skills!
To be considered, your CV and cover letter will demonstrate:
Understanding of business architecture and process architecture.
Demonstrated ability to plan and schedule portfolios of work across multiple stakeholders and groups.
Outstanding written and verbal communication and relationship management skills.
A commitment to delivering high-quality products/services and continuous improvement.
A relevant tertiary qualification and/or equivalent experience.
While not essential, familiarity with EPRI Utility Business Capability model would be an advantage.
Join us at Transpower
Aotearoa is powered by the people who work here. Every home, every marae, every electric vehicle, every hospital relies on the electricity we manage and deliver. This is your opportunity to join us on a mission that affects all New Zealanders - every day and long into the future.
With over 28 nationalities, our people provide diverse perspectives, knowledge, and deep and varied experience which they love to share.
We work in the office or on-site for a minimum of three days each week, which helps us build and maintain relationships, support learning, deliver outcomes, and sustain our culture. This approach also offers staff the flexibility they need for both work and personal commitments, with adaptable daily start and finish times.
Health and wellbeing is prioritised with a great range of employee benefits including health and income protection insurance!
Next steps
To take on an exciting new role, ideally based in Wellington, or in our Hamilton or Otara Auckland offices for exceptional candidates, please review the position description on our careers site and apply with your cover letter and CV, without delay.
Role closes Wednesday 30th April; however applications will be reviewed as they are received, and you may be contacted before the close date to arrange an initial informal conversation to facilitate shortlisting.
Existing eligibility to work in New Zealand is required.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Operations Capability Planning Analyst position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Wellington 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 Work from home Jobs is a plus.
