Job Description

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Our Wiri, Auckland electrical team supports telecommunications infrastructure for major network providers including Spark New Zealand, One NZ, as well as build projects and local business initiatives across Downer facilities.

In this hands-on role you’ll deliver electrical services across construction, maintenance and fault response work on network equipment and installations.
Your work will include:

• Electrical maintenance and reactive fault response across telco infrastructure
• Supporting network upgrades and build work for telecommunications customers
• Fault finding and restoration of service during outages
• Deployment of equipment such as towable generators during network outages
• Ensuring work is completed safely and in line with required standards

This is a Full-Time, Permanent opportunity guaranteeing 40 hours per week, with excellent earning potential, training and career growth.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring solid electrical experience along with a strong team mindset.
You will ideally have:

• EWRB Electrician registration and current practising licence

• Full Class 1 driver’s licence

• Confidence towing trailers and equipment, including generator units during outages

• Experience in electrical, HVAC, facilities or building maintenance environments

• Sound knowledge of electrical testing equipment and procedures

• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving

Just as important is your attitude and team fit. This is a close-knit crew who rely on each other in the field, so we’re looking for someone who is adaptable, collaborative and ready to be part of a team that genuinely supports one another.

Ngā Painga o te Mahi ki Downer | Benefits of working with Downer
Our purpose is to enable communities to thrive, driven by your passion and dedication. We offer a wide range of opportunities for personal and professional growth, with support systems tailored to your diverse needs and aspirations.

• Career: Pesonal development planning, training and upskilling opportunities, and established leadership programmes designed to support long-term career growth.
• Wellbeing: We embed Zero Harm practices across all areas, and offer free counselling, plus Marram healthcare benefits & discounted holiday homes.
• Community: You’ll have opportunities to connect through employee networks; StandOut (LGBTQIA+), Fetu Pasifika, EmpowerHER and Wāhine Kotahitanga, which celebrate diversity and foster belonging.
• Individuality: Perks@Downer gives you access to a range of offers tailored to your lifestyle, including discounts on Southern Cross premiums, gym memberships, car rentals, movies, travel, and cashback on retail purchases.

Discover more of our great benefits here!

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Downer's Energy & Utilities business is a trans‑Tasman team delivering the essential services that keep our communities connected. We design, build, operate and maintain critical assets and networks across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our strength comes from our in‑house technical expertise, specialist engineering capability, trusted OEM partnerships and highly skilled crews.

You want your work to matter, and so do we. With more than 26,000 people across our wider Downer whānau, we’re a diverse team of thinkers, doers, and problem‑solvers. We’re committed to building a team that reflects the communities we work in. We welcome people of all backgrounds, cultures, identities and abilities.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
Please click "APPLY" and follow the prompts, make sure to include your CV and copies of relevant licenses/ qualifications. The reference number for this role is 729607.