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Electrician

Northpower

Leading NZ infrastructure firm delivering electricity, fibre, transmission, distribution & renewable energy solutions.

Electrical fitter/electrician performing HV/LV maintenance, fault finding, and repairs in substations.

1 months ago ago

Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)

Full Time

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Field

Company Size

1,400 Employees

Service Specialisms

Electrical Engineering

Construction Services

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Electricity Distribution

Fibre Network

Transmission

Distribution

Substations

Industrial Electrical and Automation

Communications

Role

Description

fault finding

equipment inspection

job planning

electrical work

repair maintenance

issue resolution

Inspecting, fault finding and defect elimination on HV and LV electrical equipment
Conduct job scoping and planning with accuracy
Carry out prescribed electrical work according to regulations
Assist with repair and maintenance activities and identify potential problems and solutions to recover from any setbacks
Identify potential issues and provide effective solutions to recover from setbacks

Requirements

electrician licence

nz licence

hv lv

substation

ipad

safety

Able to cope with the physical demands of the job and has a strong commitment to health and safety
Experience with isolating and switching HV & LV network systems
Be a registered electrician with a current practicing licence
New Zealand driver’s licence
Need to perform callouts and maintenance duties as a lone worker, with a travel between 28 regional substation
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics & diagrams
Preferably working at height competencies and experience heavy industry & construction type skill set
Accurate record-keeping and reporting of the works undertaken
Experience in 11KV to 220KV Substation Construction or Maintenance is desirable
Tool of Trade Vehicle + Full PPE Gear + iPad + Phone

Benefits

Job Skill Development + Training for Future Development + Amazing Team
Long Service Leave Entitlements
Competitive Remuneration + Annual Wage Review + Overtime Allowance
Internal Kaitiaki Network + EAP + Additional Leave Options
Life Insurance + Southern Cross Health Insurance Incentives
Discounts on Retail Products + Access to Personal Use Fuel Cards

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

interviews will be conducted while the advertisement is open.

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

criminal history check
medical assessment with drug and alcohol testing
reference checks

Company

Overview

90 years

Network ownership

The company has a heritage rooted in decades of infrastructure ownership and operation.

It blends ownership and contracting—running its own electricity and fibre networks while delivering engineering and construction services nationwide.
Financially robust, it sustains large-scale contracts with major utilities and returns profits to its consumer-owned trust.
Its projects range from substation upgrades and submarine cable installations to managing transmission lines and future-energy installations.
Specialising in transmission, distribution, fibre rollout, inspection solutions and grid‑scale solar, it tackles every layer of utility infrastructure.
Unusually, the company owns and operates one of the region’s oldest hydro stations and recently launched a portable data centre prototype.

Culture + Values

Safety is our priority.
We work together as one team.
We care for the communities we serve.
We deliver excellence.
We act with integrity.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero 2050

Climate Commitment

The organization is committed to achieving net zero emissions by the year 2050.

The organization is working towards reducing its carbon footprint by implementing renewable energy solutions.
Sustainability is a key driver in the organization's operational decision-making processes.
The organization works to enhance environmental stewardship through better waste management practices.

Inclusion & Diversity

The company fosters an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Supporting gender balance with initiatives to improve female representation in technical roles.
Tracking gender-related data and encouraging diversity across all levels.

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