The Role As a Business Coordinator at Northpower, you’ll be responsible for leading and supporting a high-performing team of administrators in our Central Contracting – Western Region. This is a vital role focused on the efficient delivery of administrative services that support key operational and project outcomes across the business. You’ll supervise day-to-day tasks, provide ongoing performance feedback and development opportunities, and ensure workloads are managed effectively. Based in Palmerston North or Masterton, you'll work in a collaborative environment where leadership, communication, and organisation are key. Your role will involve managing business coordination processes, supporting operational targets, and driving continuous improvement across the team. Key Responsibilities Overseeing financial and non-financial administrative processes to ensure consistency and compliance Managing reporting requirements, including compliance, training coordination, purchasing, and subcontractor processes Supporting timely and accurate project documentation, credit checks, fleet and asset management, and customer invoicing Supporting customer and project delivery through reliable business administration and coordination What’s in it for you?You’ll be joining a business that puts people first and provides a work environment where your skills and contributions are recognised and supported. We take pride in our culture of leadership, collaboration, and personal growth. Benefits include: An in-house well-being programme, peer support network (Kaitiaki), and EAP services Life insurance and discounted group medical insurance A genuine commitment to your professional development Tailored leadership development aligned with our capability framework A friendly and inclusive workplace culture Social club, family-friendly events, discounted gym membership, and retail discounts About You We’re looking for a proven team leader with strong coordination skills and experience in administration within a fast-paced operational environment. If you’re an organised, solutions-focused professional with a passion for people leadership, this is the opportunity for you. To succeed, you’ll bring some of the following skills and experience: NZQA Level 4 qualification (or equivalent)A full NZ driver’s licence (Class 1 minimum)Proven experience leading a team Strong understanding of business coordination, including purchasing, invoicing, and reporting Experience in the electricity or infrastructure industry is desirable Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to prioritise, solve problems, and meet deadlines under pressure Commitment to health, safety, quality, and continuous improvement About Us 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 clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We pride ourselves on excellence and innovation, providing solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance. With over 1,400 staff across 14 locations, we work together to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers. Get in Touch!If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and want to join a value-based, caring culture in an innovative environment that supports professional development, please apply through our careers website and search for #Req 1576. Suitable applicants will be interviewed while the advertisement is open. Early applications are encouraged. Please note, we cannot consider applications from those without the right to work in New Zealand. Northpower’s in-house recruitment team manages all vacancies. We encourage direct online applications, as we do not accept candidates via agencies unless the role is advertised by the agency at our request.
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