Substation Maintainer

Northpower; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool of trade vehicle

Life insurance

Health initiatives (flu shots, MoleMap

Fitness Passport

Group discounts

Career development

Welcoming team culture

Job summary

Northpower is seeking an experienced Electrical Fitter/Electrician to join our Rotorua Depot team. You will work on constructing and maintaining electrical equipment to customer specifications within a substation environment, reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Based in Rotorua, you will travel between regional substations, perform complex fault-finding, and ensure safety and compliance in all activities. A current practising licence and NZ driver’s licence are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with high/low voltage equipment and substations.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and schematics.
• Capable of working at heights and in heavy industrial environments.
• New Zealand driver’s licence and a current practising licence as an electrician.

Responsibilities

• Carry out prescribed electrical work to regulations.
• Perform callouts and maintenance as a lone worker across regional substations.
• Inspect, fault-find and fix HV/LV equipment.
• Accurate record-keeping and reporting of works.
• Identify issues and provide effective recovery solutions.
• Plan and scope jobs with accuracy.

Skills

Electrical fitting

HV/LV switching

Schematic reading

Substation maintenance

Job description

We are actively seeking a motivated and capable individual to join our team and play a pivotal role in our ongoing success. By collaborating with our skilled professionals, you will have the chance to make a significant impact and leave a lasting mark on our organization. This is your chance to shape your career journey, and we eagerly await your application.

About the Role:

As an Electrical Fitter/Electrician, you’ll be able to communicate confidently and have a great eye for detail. You will be a part of an experienced team to construct and maintain electrical equipment to customer requirements in a substation environment. This role will report to the Maintenance Supervisor and will be based at our Rotorua Depot.

• Carry out prescribed electrical work according to regulations
• Need to perform callouts and maintenance duties as a lone worker, with a travel between 28 regional substations
• Inspecting, fault finding and defect elimination on HV and LV electrical equipment
• Accurate record-keeping and reporting of the works undertaken
• Identify potential issues and provide effective solutions to recover from setbacks
• Conduct job scoping and planning with accuracy
• Assist with repair and maintenance activities and identify potential problems and solutions to recover from any setbacks

What Northpower Offers You:

Make real impact across Aotearoa in a stable and future‑focused sector. At Northpower, you’ll do work that matters and powers our communities while growing your career in an organisation that genuinely cares for its people.

• A people‑first culture built on safety, inclusion, and deep care, where contributions are recognised and wellbeing is supported through EAP and our award‑winning peer support network (Kaitiaki)
• Fair and market competitive pay including tool of trade vehicle, with the flexibility to tailor through additional leave and increased employer KiwiSaver contributions
• Life insurance and preventative health initiatives (including annual flu immunisations and Mole Maps)
• Discounted group medical cover and health and fitness programmes (including Fitness Passport)
• Discounted fuel rates plus a range of retail discounts (including Boost, PB Tech and Specsavers)
• Ongoing learning and development, with clear career pathways to help you grow, specialise, or progress
• A welcoming, family‑friendly workplace where people are encouraged to be themselves and feel valued

About You:

You will be an experienced candidate who is an Electrical Fitter, or an Electrician who has strong experience in the industrial or commercial sectors and looking to become an Electrical Fitter. We are proud to have a leadership team that offers guidance and encouragement to help all team members perform their best work.

• Experience in 11KV to 220KV Substation Construction or Maintenance is desirable
• Preferably working at height competencies and experience heavy industry & construction type skill set
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics & diagrams
• Experience with isolating and switching HV & LV network systems
• Be a registered electrician with a current practicing licence
• Able to cope with the physical demands of the job and has a strong commitment to health and safety
• New Zealand driver’s licence

About Us:

Northpower is one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements have over 1,400 staff working together across 16 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.

Please note that to be considered for this role, you must be in New Zealand and possess a current work visa. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications from those without the right to work in New Zealand. Pre‑employment screening includes a criminal history check, medical assessment with drug and alcohol testing and reference checks.