Join PowerNet in a new role as Contract Delivery Manager (TTM and Civils) and take ownership of a critical function that helps keep our people, contractors and communities safe while shaping how Temporary Traffic Management and civil works are delivered across the PowerNet network.
At PowerNet, we rely on strong contractor partnerships to safely deliver critical infrastructure and services across our network. We're looking for an experienced Contract Delivery Manager (TTM and Civils) to lead the performance, governance and continuous improvement of our Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) and civil works contracts.
Reporting to the GM Operations, this is a strategic role responsible for ensuring our contracting partners consistently deliver safe, efficient and cost-effective outcomes. You will work closely with contractors, operational teams and stakeholders to drive performance, strengthen commercial outcomes, improve service delivery and support the ongoing development of our network.
You will provide leadership across the full contract lifecycle, from procurement and contract negotiations through to performance management, compliance, continuous improvement and relationship management.
You'll bring a combination of contractor management experience, commercial acumen and operational leadership. You are comfortable holding contractors accountable while building strong working relationships that support long-term success.
Ideally, you'll have:
Who is PowerNet?
PowerNet is an electrical distribution business that designs, builds, maintains, and operates electricity networks across much of the lower South Island of New Zealand. With over 300 employees, we deliver power to over 75,000 consumers.
We pride ourselves on delivering safe, efficient, and reliable power to southern communities and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, genders, and communities. We provide a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce environment, celebrating differences.
At PowerNet, we’re proud to offer more than just a job — we provide a workplace built on trust, teamwork, and genuine support. Your development and wellbeing matter here, and your contribution will be recognised and valued.
Join us and enjoy:
If you're passionate about safety leadership, contract performance, and delivering practical, risk-based solutions, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help drive best-practice TTM outcomes that make a real difference across our network and the communities we serve.
Applications close Sunday 4 October 2026 and applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.
PowerNet Limited manages electricity networks on behalf of its respective owners Electricity Invercargill Limited and The Power Company Limited who each hold a 50% shareholding in the company.
Electricity Invercargill Limited (EIL) is owned by the ratepayers of the Invercargill City Council (ICC) and The Power Company Limited (TPC) is owned by the Southland Electric Power Supply Consumer Trust (SEPSCT) which represents consumers connected to their network.
PowerNet also manages the assets of the OtagoNet Joint Venture (OJV) which is jointly owned by PowerNet’s two shareholders Electricity Invercargill and The Power Company as well as a small embedded network at Frankton, known as Lakeland Network, near Queenstown that is owned by Electricity Southland (ESL).
PowerNet also provides a network control centre function to the Stewart Island Electrical Supply Authority (SIESA) and two field services staff are stationed on the Island.
At PowerNet we recognise that our people are critical to the success of our Company. We are a technology-based business that is growing and we employ people with the right attitude and skills to help us achieve our goals. PowerNet is committed to providing a caring team environment. We believe in a balanced approach to work and personal life and we actively encourage professional and personal growth for all of our people.
For more information and to see current vacanices please see our careers page http://www.powernet.co.nz/careers/
