HV Substation Supervisor - Te Aroha, New Zealand

We are seeking an experienced HV Substation Supervisor to join our team and support the successful delivery of a Solar project in Te Aroha, Waikato Region, New Zealand.

The HV Substations Supervisor will be responsible for providing leadership and direction across Substation construction scope, working closely with the Construction Management Team to ensure timely, safe, and high-quality project execution.

This role involves planning, supervising, and managing section resources to meet construction schedules and stakeholder expectations while ensuring full compliance with contract specifications and industry standards. The HV Substation Supervisor will also be accountable for maintaining a safe work environment and leading teams to achieve operational excellence throughout all phases of the project.

The Company

Elecnor is a leading Spanish business group in the infrastructure, renewable energy, services and new technology sectors. With over 65 years of continuous growth and a presence in 55 countries.

Elecnor operates in various sectors, including electricity, gas, industrial plants, railways, telecommunications, water, control systems, construction, the environment, installations maintenance and aerospace engineering.

Elecnor’s strong international vocation has led the company to embark on a continuous expansion process that has opened doors to new markets all over the world, mostly in Europe, North America, Central America, South America, Africa, Australia and the Middle East. Elecnor is listed on the Continuous Market and has a team of highly qualified professionals and a workforce of 21,000 employees.

The Role

• Ensure electrical work complies with legislation, standards and codes
• Supervise and mentor a team of specialists for the HV Substation construction scope
• Coordinate end-to-end project delivery – from planning to completion
• Enforce robust health and safety practices, risk assessments, and permits
• Identify training needs, lead toolbox talks
• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and stakeholders
• Maintain accurate records
• Promote process improvements that boost productivity, reduce costs
• Lead responses to electrical emergencies such as faults or outages
• Proactively stop any unsafe practices to protect yourself and others
• Escalate any issues that could affect safety, performance

About You

• Demonstrated construction experience overseeing Substation construction
• Demonstrated experience successfully leading teams
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of NZ legislation
• Possess a strong technical background in electrical systems

• Driver License

• General Construction Induction Card

At Elecnor, we are committed to building an environment where equal employment opportunities are central to everything we do. Our inclusive culture welcomes individuals from all cultural backgrounds and local communities to join our recruitment process, ensuring that every opportunity is open to all. Together, we can create a future driven by innovation, creativity, and collaboration.