Power Protection Technicians - Whakatāne Or Palmerston North!

CGR Services; Foxton Beach; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-call roster

Job summary

Horizon Services, part of Horizon Energy Group, is seeking a Protection Technician to join the technical team in Whakatāne or Palmerston North. You’ll handle maintenance, testing, and installation of protection systems, SCADA, and communications networks to keep the distribution network safe and reliable.

The role suits electricians with 2–5 years’ experience, LV/HV protection design, and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• NZ Registered Electrician with 2–5 years’ experience in protection systems, SCADA, PLCs, and communications networks.
• Solid knowledge of LV and HV network systems, protection design, and testing.
• Strong understanding of industry safety standards and ability to work independently.
• Manual NZ driver’s licence and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, test, and install protection systems, SCADA, and communications networks.
• Perform fault diagnosis, system testing, and relay installation on projects.
• Provide field support to engineering and operations teams and participate in the 24/7 on-call roster.

Skills

NZ Registered Electrician

Protection systems experience

SCADA & PLCs

LV/HV networks

Safety standards

Driver's licence

Tools

SCADA software

PLC programming

Job description

Protection Technician
Whakatāne or Palmerston North | Horizon Services (part of Horizon Energy Group)

Horizon Services is looking for a skilled Protection Technician to join our technical team in Whakatāne or Palmerston North. This role suits someone experienced in protection systems, SCADA, and electrical network maintenance who’s ready for the next step — and the lifestyle perks of regional New Zealand.

Why Horizon Services?
We offer a competitive salary, great benefits, and ongoing training to support your growth and work-life balance. You’ll join a team that values your expertise and contribution. Whakatāne offers the perfect blend of career opportunity and coastal living, with beaches, outdoor adventures, and a welcoming community.

What you’ll bring:

• NZ Registered Electrician with 2–5 years’ experience in protection systems, SCADA, PLCs, and communications networks
• Solid knowledge of LV and HV network systems, protection design, and testing
• Strong understanding of industry safety standards and ability to work independently
• Manual NZ driver’s licence and commitment to safety

About the role:
You’ll handle maintenance, testing, and installation of protection systems, SCADA, and comms networks — keeping our network safe and reliable. Expect a mix of fault diagnosis, system testing, relay installation, and field support across routine and complex projects. You’ll also provide technical support to engineering and operations teams, contribute to system improvements, and participate in the 24/7 on-call roster.

About us:
Horizon Services delivers trusted electricity distribution and technical services across the Bay of Plenty and Palmerston North. As part of Horizon Energy Group, we’re driven by innovation, safety, and community, offering a supportive environment where your skills will thrive.