As a Power Technician you will be an integral part of our Invercargill technical team who undertake the testing and commissioning of our network equipment to maintain equipment reliability and safety. The work is varied and interesting, with opportunities for personal and industry growth.
In this role you will plan work, allocate resources and undertake planned servicing and testing of equipment and protection schemes.
This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week with the hourly rate ranging from $50-$53 per hour, plus overtime and allowances subject to skills and experience.
And what better place to live and work than the lower South Island with endless opportunities for a great work/life balance!
You will be a highly motivated individual who has a pragmatic, flexible and adaptable team approach, along with the passion to grow and develop at PowerNet.
We’re looking for someone who:
Who is PowerNet?
PowerNet is an electrical distribution business that designs, builds, maintains, and operates electricity networks across much of the lower South Island of New Zealand. With over 300 employees, we deliver power to over 75,000 consumers.
We pride ourselves on delivering safe, efficient, and reliable power to southern communities and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, genders, and communities. We provide a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce environment, celebrating differences.
At PowerNet, we’re proud to offer more than just a job — we provide a workplace built on trust, teamwork, and genuine support. Your development and wellbeing matter here, and your contribution will be recognised and valued.
Join us and enjoy:
If you’re ready to be part of our highly skilled technical field team and PowerNet, we’d love to hear from you.
All applicants must be a New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or hold a current and relevant working visa for New Zealand.
Applications close Sunday 4 October 2026.
PowerNet Limited manages electricity networks on behalf of its respective owners Electricity Invercargill Limited and The Power Company Limited who each hold a 50% shareholding in the company.
Electricity Invercargill Limited (EIL) is owned by the ratepayers of the Invercargill City Council (ICC) and The Power Company Limited (TPC) is owned by the Southland Electric Power Supply Consumer Trust (SEPSCT) which represents consumers connected to their network.
PowerNet also manages the assets of the OtagoNet Joint Venture (OJV) which is jointly owned by PowerNet’s two shareholders Electricity Invercargill and The Power Company as well as a small embedded network at Frankton, known as Lakeland Network, near Queenstown that is owned by Electricity Southland (ESL).
PowerNet also provides a network control centre function to the Stewart Island Electrical Supply Authority (SIESA) and two field services staff are stationed on the Island.
At PowerNet we recognise that our people are critical to the success of our Company. We are a technology-based business that is growing and we employ people with the right attitude and skills to help us achieve our goals. PowerNet is committed to providing a caring team environment. We believe in a balanced approach to work and personal life and we actively encourage professional and personal growth for all of our people.
For more information and to see current vacanices please see our careers page http://www.powernet.co.nz/careers/
