Head of Transformation (Transformation Lead)

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 34,000 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. 

The role

Your role will be to own the execution of Alpine’s Business Strategy, driving and leading the transformation initiatives. You will be responsible for collaborating with various teams across the organisation to ensure the successful implementation of transformation strategies, this includes ensuring effective Project Management Support is provided to the business. This is a 2 year fixed-term contract role.

What you will bring

• You will have experience leading transformation initiatives, all of business transformation, within a large complex organisation.
• Prior experience at an executive level, demonstrating all of business influence. This includes excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Strong project management skills, with a proven track record of successfully delivery complex projects within programmes and portfolios as part of a large-scale transformation within scope, budget and timeline.

What we offer 

At Alpine, we are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance and offering a comprehensive employee value proposition that empowers you to bring your best self to work. We strive to keep you motivated, offer competitive rewards, and encourage you to share your ideas and innovations. 

Our dedication to our people, culture, and community is genuine, and we believe in having fun along the way. We actively engage in sponsorship aimed at positively impacting the region, and as a member of the Alpine family, you'll have the chance to participate in these meaningful events and make a lasting difference. 

Our state-of-the-art offices in Timaru are designed to enhance collaboration and productivity, featuring stunning panoramic views. Enjoy our well-stocked café with top-notch coffee, fruit bowls, interactive games, and an outdoor space for those well-deserved breaks. 

We prioritise health and safety, maintaining Alpine’s strong record of ensuring our team goes home safely each day. Alongside a substantial welfare package and competitive salary (with various allowances), we offer opportunities for upskilling and career advancement. Relocation assistance may also be available. 

Next steps 

If this role resonates with you and your excited about contributing to South Canterbury’s energy future, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply by submitting your cover letter and CV, detailing why you’re the perfect fit for this position. 

Rest assured; all applications will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. We encourage you to apply early, as we will begin reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the application process before the advertised deadline. 

No Agencies or Floating CV's please