Tim Morrison

Operations Manager - Inspection Solutions @Northpower

East Tāmaki, NZ

Leading a specialist business unit delivering acoustic and drone-based inspection services for electricity networks across New Zealand, Australia, and the Pacific. With over 15 years of industry experience, this role has been instrumental in driving the success and growth of Northpower’s acoustic inspection programs, utilising advanced discharge detection technology to identify faults before failures occur, improving network reliability and safety.The role has expanded Northpower’s drone inspection services, integrating aerial imaging, acoustic and thermal diagnostics to provide utilities with faster, safer, and more cost-effective asset assessments. These innovations have contributed to significant business growth, positioning Northpower as a leader in advanced inspection solutions.Responsibilities include financial control of the business unit, covering budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning, ensuring long-term success and sustainable expansion. The role also involves leading new technology trials and initiatives, collaborating with industry partners to explore advancements such as LiDAR and photogrammetry to further enhance network insights and future-proof inspection services.Key Expertise:Business unit management – Driving success, growth, and operational excellenceAcoustic inspection programs – Enhancing network reliability through early fault detectionDrone inspection services – Leading innovation in aerial asset assessmentFinancial control – Budgeting, forecasting, and managing financial performanceTechnology trials and innovation – Implementing new initiatives to expand service capabilitiesClient and stakeholder engagement – Delivering tailored solutions to major utilities across New Zealand, Australia, and the Pacific

University of Otago

Hands-on Science

QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

Certificate, Overhead Line Design (EEA/QUT)

Auckland University of Technology

Postgraduate Certificate, Business Administration

Auckland University of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Manukau Institute of Technology

Registered Electrical Inspector

St Peters College, Epsom, Auckland

NCEA Level 3