Outdoor HV Electrician – Grid & Substations

Ventia; Upper Hutt; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Southern Cross Health Insurance

Job summary

Ventia is hiring Electrical Fitters or Electricians to support Transpower’s grid in Wellington and Christchurch. You will work hands-on with a skilled crew across outdoor sites, maintaining and enhancing essential energy network systems for New Zealand.

The role emphasizes practical problem-solving, safety, and collaboration within a stable, full-time team. Ventia offers ongoing training, growth and a strong focus on wellbeing and career development.

Qualifications

• EWRB registration with current practising licence.
• NZ Class 1 driving licence (Full) – Class 2 bonus.
• Solid electrical experience, ideally HV.
• Strong communication and commitment to Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and commission high-voltage equipment and systems.
• Perform LV electrical work within substations.
• Support nationwide grid enhancement and asset replacement programmes.
• Ensure safe, reliable operation of essential electricity network sites.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Education

EWRB registration and current practising licence

NZ Class 1 licence (Full)

Job description

Ventia is hiring Electrical Fitters or Electricians to support Transpower’s grid in Wellington and Christchurch. You will work hands-on with a skilled crew across outdoor sites, maintaining and enhancing essential energy network systems for New Zealand.

The role emphasizes practical problem-solving, safety, and collaboration within a stable, full-time team. Ventia offers ongoing training, growth and a strong focus on wellbeing and career development.