Aurora Energy: Asset Lifecycle Engineer - Zone Substations
Location: Dunedin, Central Otago, or Christchurch
There’s never been a better time to be in energy, and a better time to join Aurora Energy. We’re one of New Zealand’s largest electricity networks, delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable electricity to over 200,000 residents across Ōtepoti Dunedin, Central Otago/Wānaka, and Tāhuna Queenstown. Our purpose? Enabling the energy future of our communities.
We’re seeking an Asset Lifecycle Engineer to join our Underground and Zone Substations team. This is a role where engineering expertise meets strategic impact, helping shape how critical substation assets are maintained, renewed, and managed across their full lifecycle.
About the role
You’ll provide engineering input into the maintenance, renewal, and long-term planning of substation asset fleets. Your work will guide decisions on what gets maintained, replaced, and when, using data, risk analysis, and engineering judgment to influence network performance for decades.
You’ll collaborate closely with network planning, operations, works delivery, strategy teams, external consultants, and suppliers, supporting assets including transformers, switchgear, cables, secondary systems, and overhead structures.
What you’ll be doing
Lead development and improvement of maintenance and renewal plans for zone substation equipment
Monitor asset health, performance, and reliability risk
Support fleet strategies that optimise whole-of-life cost and performance
Investigate failures and defects, including root cause analysis
Contribute to Aurora’s Asset Management Plan and long-term investment planning
Prioritise maintenance and renewal programmes using risk-based decision frameworks
Support adoption of new technologies and innovative asset management approaches
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for engineers who combine technical depth with strategic thinking:
Degree in Electrical Engineering (minimum Level 7)
5–10 years’ experience with high-voltage assets related to substations, preferably in one or more of the following: design, installation, commissioning, operations and maintenance
Strong understanding of asset lifecycle management, reliability, and network engineering
Strong understanding of high voltage assets, including knowledge of failure modes and control measures
Experience analysing asset performance, risk, and maintenance strategies
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Self-starting, team-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
Why Aurora?
Influence long-term network investment decisions
Work on complex, high-value infrastructure assets
Join a team focused on continuous improvement and innovation
Make a real impact on the reliability and safety of electricity supply for local communities
Benefits \& lifestyle
Relocation support, including travel and accommodation for second-round interviews (partners included)
Generous salary + comprehensive wellbeing and benefits package, including extra KiwiSaver contributions
Safety-first, innovative, and team-focused culture
Lifestyle choice:
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Dunedin: rugged coastline, historic charm
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Cromwell: family-friendly living with excellent schools and outdoor lifestyle
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Christchurch: city meets beaches and mountains, world-class outdoor adventures within an hour
Ready to join us?
If the thought of working in a great team, with strategic input and impact on the business and in your team resonates, then get in touch today. Please apply or call Stephanie on 021 202 2809 for more information.