Based in the vibrant coastal town of Oamaru, our core business is bringing electricity from the national grid to over 13,400 connected customers in North Otago and parts of South Canterbury.  Network Waitaki provide innovative energy solutions to our customers, as well as providing electrical construction and maintenance services across New Zealand.

 About the role:

The IT Infrastructure Lead plays a key role within our IDT team, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional IT infrastructure performance and functionality to our business. You will also effectively manage cyber security controls, deliver infrastructure support to business system projects, and lead small to midsized infrastructure projects.

We require a dedicated, self-motivated and capable individual who can ensure the infrastructure support service delivers a great experience to all users. This role requires a high degree of self-direction and flexibility as it is key to planning, enabling and supporting business expansion in an ever-evolving utility industry.

This is a full-time permanent position; 40 hours per week generally worked between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Some work outside normal business hours may be required.

Preferred Attributes:

• 5+ years network and server support experience essential
• Experience managing vendors and service providers
• Some project management experience an advantage
• Good verbal and written communication
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong collaborative working relationships
• Well organised and able to juggle competing activities
• Tenacity in taking problems through to successful outcomes
• Able to show initiative and demonstrate a level of professionalism

We are also looking for someone who aligns with our Values:

• We care about our People
• We are one Team
• We love our Region
• We are Future Thinking

Keen to apply?

We are not perfect so if you don't tick all the boxes but have a great personality and desire to learn then we still want to hear from you!

We are proud to foster a workplace that is free from discrimination and encourages diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds to create a better work environment and relationships.

Applications close 27 November 2024.

Please note, you will need to undertake pre-employment medical and Ministry of Justice checks, and you must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.