Who we are
We own and operate the electricity distribution network that provides South Cantabrians with power. We are proud to be community-owned and connect over 33, 000 customers throughout the region.
Our values of Safety, Accountability, Integrity, and Respect reflect who we are, what matters to us and how we do what we do. We care deeply about people, and strive to empower our people, our customers and our community while innovating for the future and generations to come.
We are considered an essential lifeline service, playing a significant role in our community, contributing to the growth and prosperity of South Canterbury and New Zealand’s transition to a low-carbon economy.
We are in a period of substantial investment and with that comes exciting career opportunities for the right candidates to join our high performing team.
Roles available at Alpine Energy
Line Mechanic
As a Line Mechanic, you will part of a team that builds and maintains the power lines as well as providing line fault repair services.
Head of Network Operations and Performance
You will be responsible for the safe, reliable and resilient performance of AEL’s electricity network, including leadership of the network control centre, network access planning, operational performance and management of faults.
Faultman
We have an opportunity for an experienced Faultman to join our Faults team providing routine and on call response to events, crises and emergencies in the Alpine Network.
Cable Jointer
In this crucial position, you will handle the installation, replacement, and repair of underground distribution assets. You should be comfortable working with jointing and terminating distribution assets up to 22kV, as this is a demanding and physically intensive role. Additionally, you'll be responsible for testing and commissioning 400V distribution installations, so a strong adherence to best practices in health and safety is essential.
Engineering Student - Summer Internship
Are you studying Electrical Engineering and think you have what it takes to fill a summer holiday role at Alpine Energy?
We have an exciting opportunity for up to three students to join our Timaru based team over the university holiday period to gain valuable experience and see what life is like at Alpine Energy. The right candidates will join a team that is focused on continuous improvement and achieving in line with our values of Integrity, Safety and Accountability, all built on a foundation of Respect.
Solutions Architect
In this pivotal role, you will lead and manage multiple stakeholders as we advance our business through various Microsoft solutions. You’ll be at the helm of integration efforts, working with a forward-thinking team dedicated to enhancing our services to both our communities and our clients in the distribution sector. As we transition to a SaaS-first approach, your expertise will be crucial in harnessing the best technology to drive our objectives.
You’ll engage with unique systems tailored to the energy sector, understanding business requirements, and offering insightful recommendations and solutions. Collaborating with PMOs and vendors, you will ensure timely delivery and adherence to critical milestones for high-priority projects.
Find out more
To find out more able these roles and/or apply, use this link here.