GIS - Asset Data Technician

GIS / Asset Data Technician

New Plymouth

We’re looking for a team player who brings a positive can-do attitude to help keep our systems up to standard with accurate and available information. This is how we contribute to keeping our customers, our communities, and our people safe.

What we offer you

• Positive and supportive team culture and the opportunity to thrive in a genuinely caring and fun environment.
• All the usual stuff, but way better – 4% KiwiSaver, ability to buy extra leave, paid volunteer days, free fruit in the office, amazing Parental Leave entitlements, free life and medical insurance.
• As much growth and development as you can take! We are one of the top workplaces to grow your career (2023 LinkedIn Top Companies List for Aotearoa).

About the role

The purpose of the GIS-Asset Data Technician role is to keep our electricity asset information accurate and up to date in our business data systems.

In this role, you will get to:

• Master our systems: GIS and SAP will be your bread and butter – you’ll be drawing and inputting geospatial asset information into our business data systems.
• Build relationships: Work with your team, the wider electricity teams and our teams in the field completing the work to help improve our team functions and the flow of information.
• Join a culture strong team: Our customers and our people are at the centre of who we are. We’re proud of our work and we celebrate our success. Our Offices have an awesome feel, and everyone plays a part in making that happen.
• Become network savvy: Gain knowledge of the Powerco Electricity Network and our areas of growth and change – it’s an exciting time to work in the Electricity supply industry!

 To be a success in this role, you will need:

• To understand the importance of information upkeep and the role it plays in keeping our customers safe. 
•  The ability to look at a document and see more than just lines on a page – you see the story and you see how our part fits into the bigger picture of keeping the lights on for our customers.
• To be a team player that can get stuck into our team’s work, even if it gets quite repetitive. 
• Ability to create relationships with people from all walks of life – team members, contractors, business partners 
• To utilise your research and drawing skills, love to get stuck into work.

The ideal experience and skills:

• Experience in a similar role (with ArcGIS or SAP)
• ArcGIS knowledge essential
• SAP knowledge beneficial
• Strong communication, and problem solve skills.
• A high level of initiative, professionalism, confidentiality, and tact
• Strong attention to detail and high accuracy in your work

About us

Our purpose is to connect communities. It’s at the heart of everything we do as we serve our customers now and into the future. At Powerco, we’re passionate about doing mahi that keeps over 1.1 million customers connected and enables energy choices as we support Aotearoa on the journey to a low-carbon future. 

Ngā Tikanga - Our Way, is what guides us to achieve our purpose and ensures we’re better together, work smarter, proud to be here, and future focused in how we work together with each other, our communities, and industry stakeholders.

Tell us about how you’d be the best person and an asset for our asset information team. Apply now! 

Applications close: Sunday 26 May 2024

Our ability to get the best out of people is what sets Powerco apart. We realise that candidates – especially from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds – often won’t apply for roles unless they meet ALL the criteria. We encourage anyone who shares our passion for connecting communities to apply for any role that aligns to your strengths and interests. We will provide a safe space where you can bring your whole self to work and thrive. 

If you would benefit from support or adjustments in order to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please phone 0800 769372 or email kiaora@powerco.co.nz