Power Technician

PowerNet; Invercargill City; On-site; NZD 69,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

5 weeks annual leave

Fully subsidised Southern Cross health

Death & Disability Insurance

9-day fortnights

Wellbeing programme

Professional development opportunities

Relocation Benefits

Job summary

PowerNet in Invercargill seeks a Power Technician to join the local technical team. You will plan work, allocate resources and perform servicing and testing of equipment and protection schemes to ensure reliability and safety.

The role is full-time (40 hours/week) with an hourly rate of 50–53 NZD, plus overtime and allowances. A dynamic lower South Island location offers great work/life balance and opportunities to grow professionally within PowerNet.

Qualifications

• Minimum of current EWRB limited registration.
• Registered Technician with current practicing licence.
• 3+ years in a high voltage environment in NZ or 5+ years overseas in a high voltage role.
• Proven ability to test control and protection systems.
• Competent with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Class 1 driver’s licence.
• Willing to participate in an after-hours fault roster.

Responsibilities

• Plan work, allocate resources and undertake planned servicing and testing of equipment and protection schemes.
• Testing and commissioning of network equipment to maintain reliability and safety.

Skills

EWRB registration

High voltage experience NZ

Test protection systems

Microsoft Office

Numeracy & literacy

Driver's licence (Class 1)

After-hours roster

Planning & resource allocation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

As a Power Technician you will be an integral part of our Invercargill technical team who undertake the testing and commissioning of our network equipment to maintain equipment reliability and safety. The work is varied and interesting, with opportunities for personal and industry growth.

In this role you will plan work, allocate resources and undertake planned servicing and testing of equipment and protection schemes.

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week with the hourly rate ranging from $50-$53 per hour, plus overtime and allowances subject to skills and experience.

And what better place to live and work than the lower South Island with endless opportunities for a great work/life balance!

You will be a highly motivated individual who has a pragmatic, flexible and adaptable team approach, along with the passion to grow and develop at PowerNet.

Who is PowerNet?

PowerNet is an electrical distribution business that designs, builds, maintains, and operates electricity networks across much of the lower South Island of New Zealand. With over 300 employees, we deliver power to over 75,000 consumers.

We pride ourselves on delivering safe, efficient, and reliable power to southern communities and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, genders, and communities. We provide a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce environment, celebrating differences.

What PowerNet Offers:

At PowerNet, we’re proud to offer more than just a job — we provide a workplace built on trust, teamwork, and genuine support. Your development and wellbeing matter here, and your contribution will be recognised and valued.

Join us and enjoy:

• Competitive remuneration
• 5 Weeks of annual leave each year
• Fully subsidised Southern Cross health insurance with discounted rates for family
• Death & Disability Insurance
• The option to work a 9-day fortnight (enjoy a three-day weekend every two weeks)
• A comprehensive health & wellbeing programme
• A supportive work environment with professional development opportunities
• Relocation Benefits

• Minimum of current EWRB limited registration
• Is a registered Technician with current practicing licence
• Has a minimum 3 years’ experience working in a high voltage environment within NZ or a minimum of 5 years' overseas experience as a Power Technician or equivalent in a high voltage industry.
• A proven ability to test control and protection systems relating to the industry
• Is competent with Microsoft Office Suite
• Has strong numeracy and literacy skills
• A class 1 drivers licence
• Is willing to participate in an after-hours fault roster

All applicants must be a New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or hold a current and relevant working visa for New Zealand.

Applications close Sunday 4 October 2026.