Electrical Trade Assistants - Hawkes Bay

Stellar Recruitment Pty; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment is seeking Electrical Trade Assistants for Hawke's Bay projects, offering both site and workshop work. You may assist with commercial/industrial installations or workshop assembly under supervision of Registered Electricians.

Ideal candidates have electrical/trade environment experience, confidence with hand and power tools, and a valid NZ Working Rights. Competitive hourly rates and ongoing support from Stellar Recruitment are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical, construction, manufacturing or trade environments.
• NZ Limited Electrical Licence is advantageous.
• Confident using hand and power tools.
• Health and safety conscious with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Cable pulling and installation on-site; installing cable trays and containment.
• Assisting with commercial electrical fit-outs and supporting electricians.
• Operating hand and power tools safely; maintaining site safety.
• Mechanical assembly of switchboards and electrical equipment.
• Building and assembling electrical enclosures; reading drawings.
• Quality checking completed work; learning from registered electricians.

Skills

Electrical experience

Tools usage

Team player

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Education

NZ Limited Electrical Licence (advantageous)

Job description

Electrical Trade Assistant – Hawkes Bay

Hawke's Bay | Temporary Contracts

$27.00 - $31.00 per hour

About the Role

Stellar Recruitment is working with established electrical businesses in Hawke's Bay who are looking for motivated Electrical Trade Assistants to join their teams.

These opportunities offer something a little different from the standard ETA role. Depending on the project, you could be assisting with commercial and industrial electrical installations on-site, or working in a workshop assembling electrical equipment and enclosures under the guidance of Registered Electricians.

This variety provides an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to different areas of the electrical industry while developing practical skills and building your experience.

Key Responsibilities

Site-Based Projects

• Cable pulling and cable installation
• Installing cable trays and containment systems
• Assisting with commercial electrical fit-outs
• Supporting electricians with day-to-day site activities
• Operating hand and power tools safely
• Maintaining site safety and housekeeping standards

Workshop-Based Assembly

• Mechanical assembly of switchboards and electrical equipment
• Building and assembling electrical enclosures
• Preparing components for installation
• Reading assembly drawings and work instructions
• Quality checking completed work
• Working alongside and learning from Registered Electricians

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have:

• Experience in an electrical, construction, manufacturing, or trade environment
• Electrical Trade Assistant experience preferred
• A New Zealand Limited Electrical Licence is advantageous
• Confidence using hand and power tools
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Good health and safety awareness
• Reliable transport and a positive attitude
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Valid Site Safe
• Own PPE
• Valid Working Rights in NZ (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Resident visa)

What's in It for You?

• Competitive hourly rates and weekly pay
• Exposure to both field and workshop environments
• Opportunity to broaden your electrical skillset
• Work with respected Hawke's Bay employers
• Ongoing support from Stellar Recruitment
• Potential long-term opportunities for high-performing candidates

About Stellar

Stellar Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency connecting skilled tradespeople with some of New Zealand's most respected electrical, construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, and energy businesses.

For more than 20 years, we've been helping candidates secure rewarding opportunities with reputable employers across New Zealand. Through our extensive client network, we provide access to quality projects, career development opportunities, and long-term pathways within the trades sector.

Whether you're looking to gain experience, expand your skills, or take the next step in your electrical career, Stellar Recruitment is here to help you get there.