Data & Analytics & AI Services Manager (Data & Analytics & AI Services Manager)

Marlborough Lines is the electricity distribution company that powers the Marlborough region. Owned by local consumers through the Marlborough Electric Power Trust, we are committed to delivering reliable electricity while investing in the future of our community.

With around 170 employees based in Blenheim, we are helping lead the region through a period of significant change as electrification, renewable energy, and new technologies reshape the energy sector. Guided by our vision of Energising Marlborough’s Future, we offer meaningful work, great people, and the opportunity to make a real impact in a region renowned for its lifestyle, natural beauty, and world-class wine industry.

Marlborough Lines is continuing its transition towards a more connected and digitally enabled future. We are looking for an experienced Data, AI & Analytics Services Manager to lead the development of our enterprise data, analytics and AI capabilities.

Reporting to the GM Digital Transformation Services and leading a small team, you will establish the strategies, platforms, governance and services that enable our people to use information confidently and effectively. You will work across the organisation to identify business needs, connect diverse data sources and turn information into meaningful business insights.

The opportunity

In this influential role, you will

• Develop and lead our information, data and analytics strategy
• Establish effective data governance, lifecycle management and risk-management practices
• Lead the development of our data platform and modernise data integration and exchange
• Establish and manage AI policy, standards and governance
• Build organisation-wide AI capability in collaboration with our Learning and Development team
• Support self-service analytics and business intelligence, including Power BI
• Identify opportunities to automate processes and create new value from information assets
• Develop reliable, customer-focused data and information services using recognised service-management practices
• Lead continuous measurement and improvement across the services for which you are responsible.
• About you

You will bring

• Experience leading an enterprise data function or digital service
• Strong knowledge of data strategy, governance, platforms and analytics
• The ability to translate complex information and technology concepts into practical business solutions
• Experience building relationships across technical and operational teams
• A relevant bachelor’s degree in an area such as data science, information systems, computer science, statistics, data engineering, GIS, electrical engineering or business management.
• Experience working with information assets in an electricity distribution environment, including GIS, asset management systems and OT/SCADA data, would be particularly valuable.
• This is an opportunity to take ownership of a growing strategic capability and help Marlborough Lines make better, faster and more informed decisions through data, analytics and responsible AI.

As part of our team, you'll enjoy

A competitive salary that recognises your skills and experience

Southern Cross health insurance for peace of mind

Life, income protection, and critical illness insurance to help protect what matters most

Access to a range of employee discounts and benefits

A paid day off to celebrate your birthday

An award-winning health and wellbeing programme, including free health checks, skin checks, and an annual wellbeing allowance to spend on what supports you best

The stability and security that comes from working for an essential service provider

Ongoing opportunities to learn, develop, and be part of the future of the energy industry

Beyond the benefits, you'll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger. Whether it's supporting local initiatives, investing in our communities, enabling regional growth, or helping shape New Zealand's energy future, you'll be making a positive difference for Marlborough every day.

Join us and help energise Marlborough's future. Apply now with your CV and cover letter. Applications Close 23 November 2026.

As part of our recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and a criminal record check. We are currently considering applications from candidates who are based in New Zealand and hold the legal right to work here.