Job Description

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

Downer is seeking a skilled and motivated HV Electrician / Electrical Fitter to join our Energy & Utilities team based in Paeroa. This is an exciting opportunity to work on critical electricity network infrastructure, helping to keep communities connected through the safe construction, maintenance, and operation of essential electrical assets.

In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for the installation, maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repair of a wide range of network equipment, working across both planned and reactive work programmes. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients while maintaining Downer's commitment to Zero Harm.

We are also open to speaking with registered electricians who are ready to take the next step in their career and develop into an HV Electrician through supported training and practical on-the-job experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Installation, maintenance, and repair of substations, transformers, switchgear, regulators, and associated network equipment
• Fault finding, diagnosis, and rectification across electricity distribution network assets
• Supporting construction and maintenance activities to meet client and operational requirements
• Working collaboratively with supervisors, project teams, and clients to deliver successful outcomes
• Assisting with job planning, estimating resources, and identifying the materials and equipment required for work programmes
• Maintaining accurate documentation, reports, and records of completed work
• Ensuring all tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
• Participating in ongoing training and development to build competencies and technical expertise
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with clients, customers, and stakeholders

This role is ideal for an experienced HV professional who enjoys fault finding, network maintenance, and working as part of a high-performing team supporting critical infrastructure.

Ngā pūkenga matua | What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their workmanship, puts safety first, and enjoys working in a collaborative environment.

You'll bring:

• A relevant electrical trade qualification
• Current New Zealand electrical registration and practising licence
• Industry experience within electricity distribution, network maintenance, or construction environments
• Strong knowledge of substation equipment and maintenance practices
• Experience using electrical testing equipment, systems, and procedures
• Underground and overhead network construction experience (preferred)
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving capability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A current driver's licence
• A strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• The physical capability to undertake hands-on field work in a variety of conditions.

Ngā Painga o te Mahi ki Downer | What We Offer

At Downer, our people are the key to our success. In return for your skills and commitment, we offer:

Career Development: Ongoing training, development, and opportunities to grow your technical expertise within the electricity distribution industry

Stability: Secure, long-term employment with a leading trans-Tasman infrastructure business

Wellbeing: A strong Zero Harm culture, free confidential counselling services, Marram healthcare benefits, and holiday home access

Rewards: Competitive remuneration, overtime opportunities, and recognition for high performance

Community: Access to employee-led networks including StandOut, Fetu Pasifika, EmpowerHER and Wāhine Kotahitanga

Perks: Discounts through Perks@Downer across retail, travel, health, and lifestyle providers

Variety: Work on critical network assets and infrastructure projects that support communities across the region

Ko wai mātou | About Energy & Utilities

Downer's Energy & Utilities business is an integrated trans-Tasman team delivering services that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure.

We design, build, operate, and maintain critical assets across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial, and power generation sectors.

Working across some of New Zealand's most important infrastructure networks, our people help deliver the services communities rely on every day.

Downer is an inclusive employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and cultures.

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to Apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click APPLY to submit your application online. Please submit your application online via the advertisement. Email applications will not be accepted.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, medical assessment, and Ministry of Justice check.