Mercury is a bold future-focused organisation, providing energy and telecommunications to more Kiwi than anyone else, leading the way with renewable energy and working toward a sustainable future. At the heart is our purpose which pushes us to do all we can to create a better future for our people, our communities, and Aotearoa New Zealand. Join our team at Mercury as a Technical Manager, leading a dynamic and diverse team in delivering engineering excellence across hydro and geothermal generation projects. This role is a key leadership position offering the opportunity to drive technical project delivery and shape the future of renewable energy. As Technical Manager you will provide strategic leadership to a team of 4-5 direct reports, ensuring the successful planning and execution of engineering workstreams. You will collaborate with project managers, technical managers and stakeholders to define technical requirements and deliver high-quality outcomes. You will be exposed to Mercury's ways of working where you will be able to get involved in additional initiatives of interest to you, supported by a leader who is respectful, transparent and empowering. This role can be based in either Hamilton or Rotorua and offers a great work/life balance which includes flexible working hours and the ability to work from home approximately twice per week. Key responsibilities include: Leading a team of engineers to achieve project goals and drive high technical performance Building ensuring relationships across the Generation Projects Team and with contractors and stakeholders Ensuring technical integrity and quality of assets, developing Employers Requirements and Technical Specifications Proactively identifying, communicating and managing technical risks We are looking for: Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Process Engineering and membership of a professional institute (e.g., ENZ) desirable Significant experience in electricity generation industry with proficiency in multi-disciplinary engineering projects team Experience in project delivery through staged gate frameworks, from concept design to commissioning Strong leadership, relationship management and commercial acumen Knowledge of power generation equipment and safety in design principles Mercury offers (full benefits are listed on our Career Page): Additional 5 days leave per annum (MyDays) $400 one off tax-free payment towards setting up your home office A diverse workplace where your unique abilities and talents will be recognised and encouraged Annual salary reviews with excellent parental leave policy, with the option to purchase additional leave The opportunities, career paths and facilities associated with working for one of New Zealand's largest multi-utility providers Flexible working policy - The autonomy and trust to work flexibly from our purpose-built premises and from home, recognising the value of this flexibility in the modern world Discounted health insurance and free life and income insurance Excellent well-being programme including up to $100 annual check ups and confidential assistance programme Gender affirmation leave and supportive bereavement leave to be taken when you lose anyone close to you, including your pet Mercury is a learning organisation that is committed to providing you with opportunities to grow and develop that will benefit you now and in the future. Part of your role includes building your skillset and mindset through a variety of ways. We believe this creates an energised, innovative and agile work environment where you will feel valued. At Mercury, we believe that having a team of individuals with different backgrounds, experience and capability working together makes us stronger and better as an organisation. We know that some candidates may only apply for a role if they meet all of the criteria. If you want to join our team, we encourage you to apply for any role that matches your skills, capabilities and interests, even if you aren't sure if you meet all of the criteria. Please click 'apply' to submit your application. If you require accessibility or assistance support from us during the application and selection process, please reach out to [email protected] . A full position description is available on our Career Page. Applications close 16th April at 5:00pm. Please note that Mercury retains the right to bring a particularly strong candidate through to interview more quickly. Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
