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Full-time
professional certificate
Career Development, Wellbeing Support, Community Engagement, Individuality Perks
Posted 30d ago
Apply by Aug 8
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Electrician will carry out installation, repairs, and technical maintenance on network assets such as substations and transformers. They will also respond to electrical faults and support job planning and compliance reporting.
Requirements
Candidates must have a trade qualification in Electrical Fitting and current electrical registration. Strong practical experience with electrical systems and good communication skills are also required.
Full job description
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity We’re looking for an Electrician/Electrical Fitter to join our Energy team based in Taupō. You will deliver high‑quality installation, maintenance, testing and fault repair work across a range of network assets including substations, transformers, switchgear and protection systems.
In this role, you’ll:
Carry out installation, repairs and technical maintenance
Respond to and analyse electrical faults
Support job planning and assess resource and material needs
Deliver accurate, timely documentation and compliance reporting
Work closely with Project Managers, supervisors and field teams to ensure safe, efficient and high‑quality delivery
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical, hands‑on work, technical problem‑solving and being part of a high‑performing team supporting key energy infrastructure.
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills You’re an electrically qualified tradesperson who takes pride in the quality and safety of your work. You enjoy working both independently and as part of a skilled field team, and bring strong practical experience in electrical systems.
You will bring:
Trade qualification in Electrical Fitting
Current electrical registration and practising licence
Strong knowledge of electrical test equipment, systems and procedures
Experience working with substations, transformers, switchgear or protection systems
Ability to diagnose, rectify and report electrical faults
Good written and verbal communication skills
Physical capability to undertake manual field work
Current NZ driver’s licence
Experience in transmission, distribution, or other large‑scale electrical infrastructure is an advantage, but not essential if you bring the right capability and attitude.
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 success with personal development planning, training and upskilling opportunities, and established leadership programmes designed to support long-term career growth.
Wellbeing: Your safety, health and wellbeing are our priorities. We embed Zero Harm practices across all our work, and offer free counselling for you and your immediate whānau, as well as access to Marram healthcare benefits and discounted holiday homes throughout Aotearoa.
Community: Together, we make a difference. We’re proud of the strong culture within our E&U teams. You’ll also have opportunities to connect through our employee networks including StandOut (LGBTQIA+), Fetu Pasifika, EmpowerHER and Wāhine Kotahitanga, which celebrate diversity and foster belonging.
Individuality: We celebrate high performance and what makes you unique. 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.
Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
Me pēhea ki te tono | How to Apply Click APPLY and follow the prompts, including your CV and copies of relevant licences/qualifications. Reference number: 727722
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.
Offices: Triniti Business Campus, 39 Delhi Road, North Ryde, NSW 2113, AU · 130 Kerrs Rd, Wiri, Auckland, NZ · 130 Stirling St, Perth, WA 6000, AU · 567 Collins Street, Level 10, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, AU · 9 Modal Crescent, Canning Vale, WA 6155, AU
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.
Offices: Triniti Business Campus, 39 Delhi Road, North Ryde, NSW 2113, AU · 130 Kerrs Rd, Wiri, Auckland, NZ · 130 Stirling St, Perth, WA 6000, AU · 567 Collins Street, Level 10, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, AU · 9 Modal Crescent, Canning Vale, WA 6155, AU