About this role
Te kōwhiringa | The opportunity
We have an opportunity for an experienced Team Leader (Electrical Fitter) to join Downer’s Network Services team based in Matamata.
In this role, you’ll lead a team delivering high-quality workmanship across the construction, maintenance and fault diagnosis/rectification of network equipment and installations. You’ll ensure all work is carried out in line with company standards, industry regulations and Zero Harm expectations.
You’ll be responsible for planning and managing daily work activities — scoping jobs, breaking work into achievable steps, estimating time and resources, and scheduling tasks to meet programme, quality and budget requirements. Working closely with Works Coordinators, Supervisors and Project Managers, you’ll provide regular updates on job progress and proactively manage any challenges or changes.
Mōu Koe | About you
You’re an experienced Electrical Fitter who enjoys leading people, takes pride in quality workmanship, and is committed to creating a safe, positive and productive work environment. You’re organised, calm under pressure, and comfortable balancing hands-on work with leadership and planning responsibilities.
You will bring:
- Relevant EWRB registration with a current practising licence
- NZQA Level 4 qualification (or equivalent)
- Current Class 1 driver’s licence
- Sound knowledge of SMEI and safe practices for low voltage electrical work
- Proven experience in electricity network construction, maintenance and fault response
- Strong job planning and coordination skills, including estimating time and resource requirements
- Clear verbal and written communication skills (including SWMS and JSEA documentation)
Desirable
- Previous experience leading or supervising field teams
- Heavy trade licence
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 across the electricity, water, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors.
Our people are at the heart of what we do. 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
Please submit your application online via the advertisement – email applications will not be accepted.
Other facts
About Downer
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.
What you'll do
- Lead a team delivering high-quality workmanship in the construction, maintenance, and fault diagnosis of network equipment. Plan and manage daily work activities, ensuring compliance with company standards and industry regulations.
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