Electrical Fitter

Omexom New Zealand; Upper Hutt; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Life & Disability Cover

Generous KiwiSaver Contributions

Enhanced Parental Leave

Birthday Leave

Long Service Rewards

Career Advancement Opportunities

Great Team

Job summary

Omexom New Zealand, based in Upper Hutt, is seeking an Electrical Fitter to deliver high-voltage construction, installation, maintenance, and fault response services for electricity network assets. You will work with a skilled field team to ensure safe, reliable operation in line with client requirements and industry standards.

The role involves planned and reactive works, adherence to HSE policies, and the ability to work independently while contributing to a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as Electrical Fitter or Electrician; recognised electrical trade certification.
• Experience with high-voltage electrical and substation work; knowledge of safety standards.
• Current licences and competencies to perform prescribed electrical work legally.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, construction, maintenance, and refurbishment on high-voltage electrical and substation equipment.
• Carry out planned maintenance and inspections to ensure reliability of assets and infrastructure.
• Identify defects and maintenance needs to support asset management and continuity.
• Respond to emergency faults and equipment breakdowns within required timeframes.
• Install and commission substation plant and electrical infrastructure per plans and specs.
• Comply with health, safety, environmental, and quality policies and regulations.

Skills

Fault-finding

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical trade certification

Job description

• Based in Upper Hutt
• Comprehensive Health Insurance.
• Life & Disability Cover
• Generous KiwiSaver Contributions.
• Enhanced Parental Leave.
• Birthday Leave.
• Long Service Rewards.
• Career Advancement Opportunities.
• Be a part of a Great Team.

About the Role

The Electrical Fitter is responsible for delivering high-quality construction, installation, maintenance, and fault response services across high-voltage electrical and substation assets. Working as part of a skilled field team, the role supports the safe and reliable operation of electricity network infrastructure by undertaking planned and reactive works in accordance with client requirements, industry standards, and regulatory obligations.

Key Responsibilities

Perform installation, construction, maintenance, and refurbishment activities on high-voltage electrical and substation equipment to approved specifications and industry standards.

Carry out planned maintenance and inspections to ensure the reliability, availability, and performance of client assets and electrical infrastructure.

Identify defects, emerging maintenance requirements, and unscheduled work to support proactive asset management and operational continuity.

Respond to emergency faults and equipment breakdowns within required response timeframes, restoring assets safely and efficiently.

Install and commission substation plant, equipment, and associated electrical infrastructure in accordance with project plans, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements.

Comply with all health, safety, environmental, and quality policies, procedures, and legislative requirements, including the Health and Safety at Work Act and company Integrated Management System.

Take reasonable care for personal health and safety and the health and safety of others who may be affected by work activities.

Qualifications and Skills

Trade qualification as an Electrical Fitter, Electrician, or equivalent recognised electrical trade certification.

Proven experience performing high-voltage electrical and substation construction, installation, and maintenance activities.

Sound knowledge of electricity industry regulations, standards, codes of practice, and safe work procedures.

Strong fault-finding, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills within electrical network and substation environments.

Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team in field-based operational environments.

Current licences, certifications, and competencies required to undertake prescribed electrical work safely and legally.

Who are we?

Omexom New Zealand brings global expertise and innovation to local industry, working alongside customers to deliver meaningful business outcomes through rigorous, proven processes. We support organisations across the entire industrial lifecycle, from design and engineering to optimisation and long-term performance.

Our global partnerships expand our capabilities and technical specialisation, while our deep understanding of each client's unique challenges shapes the way we work.

With decades of experience and strong technical depth, Actemium delivers safe, reliable and low-carbon industrial solutions that help businesses operate more efficiently and sustainably, today and into the future.

Applications close on Friday 20 November 2026.

Please note, that only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.

Come join our amazing team and be a part of the pioneers in energy transition.