Master Data Specialist

About the role

Northpower is seeking a meticulous and proactive Master Data Specialist to join its Energy Services division. This role focuses on protecting the quality, consistency, and governance of master data used across business systems. You will work with data tied to fleet, equipment, customers, vendors, and materials, making sure information is reliable, well-structured, and aligned with company standards.

By partnering with teams across the business, you will help enable better decision-making and support process improvements through strong data management practices.

Key responsibilities

• Set up, revise, and maintain master records in ERP and associated systems
• Keep data accurate, complete, and consistent across databases
• Carry out routine reviews and cleansing activities to preserve data quality
• Spot and fix duplicates, errors, and inconsistencies in records
• Help apply data governance rules, standards, and naming practices
• Work alongside procurement, finance, supply chain, and IT stakeholders
• Respond to data-related questions and provide end-user assistance
• Support data migration, system enhancements, and new platform rollouts
• Record procedures and help create training resources

About you

You are well organised, detail-driven, and comfortable working with data. You can work independently as well as with others, and you take pride in delivering work that is accurate and dependable.

The ideal candidate will have experience in data entry, data administration, or a similar function, along with exposure to ERP or master data platforms such as JDE, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics. Strong attention to detail, sound analytical thinking, and confident communication with stakeholders are important for success in this role.

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other data tools is expected. Knowledge of data governance and data quality practices would be an advantage. A qualification in Business Administration, Information Systems, or Data Management is preferred but not required.

What’s on offer

• The chance to make a meaningful contribution across Aotearoa in a stable, future-focused industry
• A people-first environment centred on safety, inclusion, and care, with support through EAP and a peer support network
• Competitive pay, with options to tailor benefits through additional leave and increased employer KiwiSaver contributions
• Life insurance and preventative health initiatives
• Discounted group medical cover plus health and fitness programmes
• Discounted fuel and a range of retail discounts
• Ongoing learning and development, with clear pathways to build your career
• A welcoming, family-friendly workplace where people are encouraged to be themselves

About Northpower

Northpower has strong regional roots and a nationwide presence. The company owns and operates electricity and fibre networks across Whangārei and Kaipara, supporting more than 60,000 connected customers, and also runs one of New Zealand’s largest multi-utility contracting businesses.

Its work spans electricity, fibre, renewables, transmission, and energy services. With more than 1,400 people across 16 locations, Northpower supports communities, customers, clients, and critical national infrastructure throughout Aotearoa.

The role contributes to work that has visible impact in the community and supports essential services every day.

Additional information

Northpower welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone can feel they belong.

Pre-employment checks for this role will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.

Only candidates who have the legal right to work in New Zealand will be considered.