Electrical Fitter – Solar & BESS
full-time•Hamilton City
About this role
<ul><li><p>Work in a highly safety conscious and awesome team environment!</p></li><li><p>Join an industry leader in renewable energy!</p></li><li><p>NewPower offers a range of benefits</p></li></ul><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Provide maintenance, repair, and fault response services for solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), optimising generation output and supporting asset reliability. This includes inspection and maintenance of high- and low-voltage equipment (non-intrusive), inverters, combiner boxes, tracker control units, photo voltaic modules, and secondary/associated systems, including SCADA.</p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li><p>You will need to be a registered Electrician with current practicing certificate</p></li><li><p>Proven experience in HV switching and operating and current competency</p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of the electrical industry, relevant trade competencies, and electrical safety statutory requirements</p></li><li><p>Knowledge and operation of solar and BESS equipment is a bonus</p></li><li><p>You demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to workplace health and safety</p></li></ul><p><strong>Staff Benefits</strong></p><p>You will benefit from a powerful package of benefits if you join us at NewPower:</p><ul><li><p>Medical, life and income protection insurance</p></li><li><p>Relocation costs, and</p></li><li><p>An excellent salary package, including annual salary reviews</p></li></ul><p><strong>About the Business</strong></p><p>NewPower Energy Services Ltd (NewPower) and sister company Infratec NZ Ltd design, build, and commission world class renewable energy projects. Our mission is to deliver innovative solutions to provide economic, environmental, and social value to customers, communities, and our shareholders, both now and for the future.</p><p>As a company we are passionate about people and the environment, and this passion is not only evident in the project work we do but how we run our business. We are dedicated to improving our sustainability and social impact and ensuring this workplace supports peoples’ wellbeing. We prioritise diversity and inclusivity in our recruitment process and offer a supportive environment to work in, along with a range of great employee benefits.</p><p><strong>Ready to learn more? Start here</strong>.</p><p>We actively value diversity and inclusion, so to start, tell us a little bit about the 'real you' in your application. Check out the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.wel.co.nz/media/ltkpiq1i/pd-electrical-fitter-solar-bess-september-2025.pdf">position description</a> and apply online with your cover letter and CV, showing us what sets you apart. Demonstrate your track record and share some of your proudest achievements. We can't wait to hear from you.</p><p><em>Applications will be screened as they arrive, and we may move quickly to interview.</em></p>
What you'll do
- Provide maintenance, repair, and fault response services for solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This includes inspection and maintenance of high- and low-voltage equipment and associated systems.
About Infratec
Providing end-to-end solutions for solar and battery development.
As one of New Zealand’s leading renewable energy developers, Infratec has established a strong reputation for best-in-class, end-to-end services and solutions for solar energy clients.
With a robust and comprehensive methodology across development, design, supply, installation and operations and maintenance of renewable energy infrastructure, Infratec optimises each solar array to gain peak performance and availability across the life of the plant.
From large solar PV farms to battery energy storage systems (BESS), and independent micro-grids to national network integration, we deliver projects that provide the best solutions for clients and reliable energy for users.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Electrical Fitter – Solar & BESS do at Infratec?
As a Electrical Fitter – Solar & BESS at Infratec, you will: provide maintenance, repair, and fault response services for solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This includes inspection and maintenance of high- and low-voltage equipment and associated systems..
Is the Electrical Fitter – Solar & BESS position at Infratec remote?
The Electrical Fitter – Solar & BESS position at Infratec is based in Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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