Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
We’re looking for an experienced Power Technician to join our Energy & Utilities team based in Paeroa, working across the Powerco network
This is a hands-on, senior technical role focused on high-voltage protection, substation equipment, Comms testing, commissioning, and fault response. You’ll be trusted to work independently on critical infrastructure, supported by a knowledgeable team that understands the complexity of the work and values doing it right.
This is a full-time, permanent position offering between $45-$65ph with skill rates, a rewarding after-hours roster, real responsibility, and plenty of technical variety ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving and a challenge. Participation in our in HV Electrical works offers excellent earning potential.
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
We’re seeking an experienced Power Technician or skilled Electrician to train up, who’s comfortable working at the sharp end of the network and takes pride in quality, safe work.
Minimum requirements for the role include:
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.
Our benefits focus on four key areas:
Career: We invest in your growth and success with personal development planning, training & upskilling opportunities, and leadership programmes.
Wellbeing: Your safety, health and wellbeing are our priorities. We promote zero harm practices in all disciplines across Downer. We also offer free counselling for you and immediate whanau members and access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes across Aotearoa.
Community: Together, we make a difference. We are proud of our strong culture and teams within E&U. Downer also have a range of employee networks that celebrate our diversity and embrace connections across disciplines, such as our StandOut (LGBTQIA+), Fetu Pasifika, EmpowerHER and W āhine Kotahitanga networks.
Individuality: We celebrate high performance and what makes you unique. Perks@Downer hosts a range of offers to suit your needs - including discounts on Southern Cross premiums, gym memberships, car rentals, movies, travel, and cash back 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.
If your experience doesn’t tick every box, we’d still like to hear from you. And if you need any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know. We’re here to help you succeed.
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 727867
We are committed to a safe working environment. All successful applicants will be required to return a satisfactory pre-employment drug and alcohol test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with these requirements, please talk to our team.
Enabling communities to thrive.
It’s what we’ve done for more than 150 years. Solving problems. Making the extraordinary run smoothly every day. We’re keeping the lights on and the water flowing. Running the hospitals that take care of us. Delivering the transport that takes us from A to B. Maintaining communication networks that keep people connected. Helping our Government and Defence customers keep them protected. Delivering train fleets. Building bridges, roads and streets. Now we’re building momentum too. Moving forward even faster.
Across Australia and New Zealand, we’re transforming the way we work. Unlocking our potential to lead by example. Using our passion and expertise to deliver complex projects and turn fresh ideas into solutions that make society a better place. Creating opportunities for our people, growth and value for our shareholders, and world-class solutions for our customers. Imagining. Innovating. Engineering. Enabling.
