Fleet and Equipment Manager
Northpower
Date: 1 day ago
City: Auckland, Auckland
Contract type: Full time
Join Northpower as our Fleet and Equipment Manager and take the lead in managing the vehicles, plant, and equipment that power our operations across New Zealand.
About the role:
As Fleet and Equipment Manager, you’ll oversee the full lifecycle of Northpower’s fleet, from acquisition to maintenance and compliance. You’ll manage supplier relationships, monitor asset utilisation, and lead a team that ensures all vehicles and equipment are safe, reliable, and aligned with operational needs. You’ll also have oversight of our Test Team, supporting the delivery of electrical and safety equipment testing services.
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.
We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements.
We have over 1,400 staff working together across 16 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.
Get in touch!
Drive operational excellence by leading the fleet that powers our business!
Join us as a Fleet and Equipment Manager and take charge of keeping our vehicles and equipment safe, efficient, and ready for action. Apply now via #REQ1647
New Zealand work rights are required for the role.
Pre-employment checks will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.
About the role:
As Fleet and Equipment Manager, you’ll oversee the full lifecycle of Northpower’s fleet, from acquisition to maintenance and compliance. You’ll manage supplier relationships, monitor asset utilisation, and lead a team that ensures all vehicles and equipment are safe, reliable, and aligned with operational needs. You’ll also have oversight of our Test Team, supporting the delivery of electrical and safety equipment testing services.
- Managing the delivery, maintenance, and compliance of all Northpower fleet assets
- Liaising with suppliers, service providers, and internal teams to ensure operational continuity
- Overseeing vehicle testing, certification, and asset compliance data
- Reducing downtime and ensuring high utilisation across all fleet assets
- Leading and supporting team members and fostering continuous improvement
- Experience in fleet, transport, or equipment management
- Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Engineering, Operations, or related field
- Strong technical knowledge of fleet operations, maintenance, and lifecycle management
- Proven vendor management and budgeting skills
- Leadership capability with a focus on performance and safety
- Proficiency with fleet management systems and compliance reporting
- Competitive remuneration with private use vehicle.
- An in-house well-being programme, a peer support network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services.
- Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance.
- Commitment to professional growth and development.
- A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated.
- Family-friendly events and discounted gym membership along with various retail discounts.
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.
We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements.
We have over 1,400 staff working together across 16 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.
Get in touch!
Drive operational excellence by leading the fleet that powers our business!
Join us as a Fleet and Equipment Manager and take charge of keeping our vehicles and equipment safe, efficient, and ready for action. Apply now via #REQ1647
New Zealand work rights are required for the role.
Pre-employment checks will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.
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