Fault Response Electrician & Power Restoration Pro

North Power NZ; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool of trade vehicle

Flexible leave

Life insurance

Medical cover

Wellbeing support

Fuel discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Northpower is seeking an experienced Faultperson to join our frontline team, responding to faults across the electricity distribution network and restoring power safely and efficiently.

This hands-on role involves HV switching, fault investigation, testing and earthing, planned and unplanned switching, and emergency response support with a strong emphasis on safety, customer service and teamwork within a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Current electrical registration
• Full Class 2 driver’s licence
• 5+ years’ experience as an Electrician or Line Mechanic
• Minimum 2 years post-registration experience
• Previous fault response, standby, or switching experience (highly desirable)
• Crane and EPV operating experience
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions in the field
• Genuine commitment to health and safety
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Proven track record of working safely and maintaining high-quality standard

Skills

Electrical registration

Class 2 Licence

Electrician

Line Mechanic

Post-registration

Fault response

Crane operation

EPV operation

Problem solving

Health & safety

Customer service

Communication

Job description

Northpower is seeking an experienced Faultperson to join our frontline team, responding to faults across the electricity distribution network and restoring power safely and efficiently.

This hands-on role involves HV switching, fault investigation, testing and earthing, planned and unplanned switching, and emergency response support with a strong emphasis on safety, customer service and teamwork within a supportive culture.