Ups Electrical Technician

CGR Services; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CGR Services in Auckland is seeking an experienced UPS Technician to join our on-site team in Silverdale. You will service, maintain, test, and commission UPS systems and related critical power infrastructure across commercial and industrial environments.

The ideal candidate holds electrical qualifications, has proven UPS experience, strong fault-finding skills, and can work independently with customers while upholding safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Electrical qualification and relevant industry experience.
• Proven experience working with UPS systems and critical power infrastructure.
• Strong fault-finding, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist technical expertise across UPS systems and critical power infrastructure.
• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on UPS systems and battery systems.
• Diagnose and resolve complex UPS faults, alarms, and system issues.
• Carry out battery testing, inspections, replacements, and performance assessments.
• Complete UPS installations, upgrades, replacements, and commissioning activities.
• Perform system testing, verification, and reporting in line with manufacturer requirements.
• Maintain strong knowledge of UPS technologies and industry best practices.

Skills

Electrical qualification

UPS experience

Fault finding

Job description

UPS Electrical Technician

Location: Silverdale, Auckland

Our client is a highly reputable and rapidly growing organisation, recognised for delivering excellence across critical infrastructure, commercial, and industrial environments. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced UPS Technician to join their growing team, with the opportunity to progress into an Electrical Team Lead role for the right candidate based on experience, technical capability, and leadership skills.

The Client manages a significant portfolio of UPS systems and critical power infrastructure, supporting customers where reliability, uptime, and operational continuity are essential. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced electrical professional to become part of a specialist technical team focused on the servicing, maintenance, commissioning, fault finding, and optimisation of critical power systems.

With a proactive approach to service delivery and a strong focus on continuous improvement, The Client utilises asset intelligence, data analysis, and innovative engineering solutions to maximise asset performance, minimise downtime, and deliver exceptional outcomes for customers.

This role is ideally suited to an electrical professional with strong UPS experience, excellent troubleshooting capability, and a passion for working with complex critical power systems.

Position Summary

The UPS Technician will be responsible for providing specialist technical support across UPS systems and associated critical power infrastructure.

The successful candidate will perform preventative and reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, installations, upgrades, testing, and commissioning activities across a range of commercial and industrial environments.

This role requires someone who can operate independently, confidently troubleshoot complex technical issues, and deliver high-quality outcomes for customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist technical expertise across UPS systems and critical power infrastructure.
• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on UPS systems and associated battery systems.
• Diagnose and resolve complex UPS faults, alarms, and system issues.
• Carry out battery testing, inspections, replacements, and performance assessments.
• Complete UPS installations, upgrades, replacements, and commissioning activities.
• Perform system testing, verification, and reporting in line with manufacturer requirements and industry standards.
• Provide technical recommendations to improve system reliability, performance, and asset lifecycle outcomes.
• Maintain strong knowledge of UPS technologies, manufacturers, and industry best practices.

Electrical Maintenance & Technical Support

• Complete electrical maintenance, repairs, and installations as required.
• Undertake detailed electrical fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Support critical fault response and emergency service activities.
• Assist with infrastructure upgrades, renewals, and improvement projects.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of workmanship.

Customer Service & Reporting

• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Provide professional specialist technical advice and solutions.
• Complete accurate service reports, testing documentation, and compliance records.
• Identify opportunities to improve system performance and reduce customer downtime.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking an experienced electrical professional with a strong UPS technical background and a passion for delivering specialist critical power solutions.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Electrical qualification and relevant industry experience.
• Proven experience working with UPS systems and critical power infrastructure.
• Strong fault-finding, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with UPS servicing, maintenance, testing, commissioning, or installations.
• Ability to work independently and manage customer-facing responsibilities.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Experience with leading UPS manufacturers, battery systems, data centres, industrial environments, or critical infrastructure will be highly regarded.

Reporting Line

Reports to: Operations Manager

• General Manager
• Contracts Manager
• Scheduler
• Project Managers
• Service Team Members
• Approved Electrical Subcontractors

Why Join The Client?

• Join a respected and growing organisation specialising in critical power solutions.
• Work with advanced UPS technologies and mission-critical infrastructure.
• Become part of a specialist technical team delivering essential services to customers.
• Be involved in projects where reliability and uptime are critical.
• Develop your technical expertise and career opportunities.
• Work alongside experienced industry professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Eligibility Requirements

• To enhance your application, kindly provide a summary showcasing your UPS experience and knowledge.
• Applicants must be New Zealand residents or hold valid working rights in New Zealand.