Job Description

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here
At Downer, our people are at the centre of everything we do. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

We also offer:

• $105 000 - $120 000 per annum
• Fully subsidised Marram Healthcare membership for you and your whānau
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) covering wellbeing, financial and legal support
• Access to retail discounts via Perks@Downer
• Ongoing training, licensing support and career development opportunities

This role requires flexibility to travel, so we make sure to cover your expenses - flights, accommodation, vehicles and fuel, and provide a daily allowance when working away on project sites. You’ll be part of a supportive team culture where we work hard, look out for each other, and build experience across a wide range of renewable energy projects.

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Electrician to join our Generation crew as a Supevisor. This is a hands-on role, where you will carry out electrical installation, maintenance, testing and fault-finding work on renewable energy assets while also supervising a small crew.

Key responsibilities include:

• Installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems and equipment in generation and substation environments
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, specifications and technical plans
• Testing electrical systems using specialised test equipment to ensure compliance and safety
• Ensuring all work complies with New Zealand electrical standards and regulations
• Supervising and coordinating a small team of electricians and field staff onsite
• Planning daily work activities, materials and equipment requirements
• Monitoring work quality, safety and progress to ensure jobs are completed on time and within budget.

This role supports service and construction projects across multiple sites nationwide and requires flexibility to travel and work away from home. Our core crew is based in Palmerston North, with planned works across the Manawatū-Whanganui, Wellington, Hawke’s Bay, Waikato and Southland regions, with the possibility of other regions pending successful tenders.

Here’s your chance to explore one of the most beautiful countries in the world, keeping communities connected - while getting paid!

If you’re not based in or near Palmerston North but are open to relocating, we’d still love to hear from you!

Ngā pūkenga matua | About You
You’re an experienced Electrician professional, a confident leader who thrives in a dynamic field-based environment. You bring a strong focus on safety, quality and team performance, with the ability to juggle priorities.

You are a trade-qualified Electrician with strong practical experience and the ability to lead by example in a field environment.

To be successful, you will have:

• National Certificate in Electrical Engineering / Electricity Supply Level 4 (or equivalent)
• Current EWRB practising licence (or eligibility to obtain registration in New Zealand)
• Minimum 4 years (8000 hours) relevant practical experience as an Electrician
• Demonstrated experience in electrical installation, maintenance and fault-finding
• Experience working on generation, industrial, or infrastructure electrical systems
• Sound knowledge of electrical testing equipment and safe work practices
• Strong understanding of electrical regulations and compliance requirements
• Ability to supervise, mentor and coordinate a team
• Good level of physical fitness to work in outdoor and industrial environments
• Full, clean driver’s licence
• Willingness and ability to travel nationally

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to Apply

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, click Apply Now and submit your application online with your CV and relevant qualifications.

All successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including a medical assessment, drug and alcohol test, and Ministry of Justice check.

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.