Condition Assessor

About the Role

As a Condition Assessor, you'll carry out detailed inspections of transmission structures, conductors and access routes across the network. Your work will directly support asset management decisions by identifying, recording and prioritising defects while ensuring all inspections meet industry and client standards. You'll also work closely with internal teams, landowners and stakeholders to ensure accurate information is captured and reported, helping deliver safe and efficient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed condition assessments of transmission structures, conductors and access assets.
• Identify, assess and record defects, ensuring they are accurately prioritised and raised for action.
• Complete asset condition ratings in accordance with relevant transmission standards and specifications.
• Capture and manage inspection data using Matai and other digital asset management systems.
• Update landowner information and report any third-party activities that may impact network assets.
• Complete all inspection records, hazard identification, incident reports and documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, environmental compliance and quality across all work activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve processes, safety and efficiency.
• Participate in internal audits and maintain high standards of compliance.
• Ensure company equipment, vehicles and PPE are maintained in a safe and serviceable condition.

About You

You'll be practical, self-motivated and enjoy working in a dynamic field environment. You have a keen eye for detail, excellent problem-solving skills and understand the importance of maintaining accurate asset information.

Experience

• Relevant Transmission qualifications and industry certifications.
• Experience working within transmission environments (experience on Transpower assets is highly regarded).
• Current Transpower competencies (desirable).
• A full, clean New Zealand Driver Licence.
• A strong commitment to health, safety and environmental best practice.
• The ability to work independently while contributing to a high-performing team.
• Good computer skills and confidence using digital systems.
• Drone inspection experience is advantageous, but training will be provided for the right person.

What Northpower Offers You

Make real impact across Aotearoa in a stable and future‑focused sector. At Northpower, you’ll do work that matters and powers our communities while growing your career in an organisation that genuinely cares for its people.

You’ll benefit from:

• A people‑first culture built on safety , inclusion, and deep care, where contributions are recognised and wellbeing is supported through EAP and our award‑winning peer support network (Kaitiaki)
• Fair and market competitive pay with the flexibility to tailor through additional leave and increased employer KiwiSaver contributions
• Life insurance and preventative health initiatives (including annual flu immunisations and Mole Maps)
• Discounted group medical cover and health and fitness programmes (including Fitness Passport)
• Discounted fuel rates plus a range of retail discounts (including Boost, PB Tech and Specsavers)
• Ongoing learning and development , with clear career pathways to help you grow, specialise, or progress
• A welcoming, family‑friendly workplace where people are encouraged to be themselves and feel valued

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.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we recognise that great outcomes start with great people. In return for your expertise, we offer meaningful benefits, ongoing development opportunities, and the chance to build a long-term career within a growing organisation. As our condition assessor, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact by supporting and helping our teams deliver high-quality work for our customer’s. Apply now via #REQ2037. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Pre-employment checks will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol test, and a medical assessment.